Queer Botany is a tour that tells stories about plants from marginalised perspectives. The event will take place at the Walthamstow Marshes in northeast London. This project aims to support more diverse representations in the environment and outdoors, and affirm connections between queerness and nature. This project emerges from the theoretical lens of queer ecology. Queer ecology brings queer theory and eco-criticism together.
There will be uneven ground so make sure to wear good walking/hiking shoes. There are plants on-site that can be harmful to skin on contact, such as stinging nettles and giant hogweed so dress appropriately (we suggest trousers and long sleeves).
We will be visiting the dog rose, horse chestnut tree, coppiced willow, and yellow flag plants. Bring your own knowledge and stories about plants to share as well.
The event is through May 8th and 9th with tours at 11am and 2pm on both days. Due to current social distancing guidelines, only 6 people can gather outdoors, so registering is mandatory to limit numbers. The tour is an hour long through the north eastern part of the Marshes. Afterward, you can continue exploring or return to the entrance. A map will be provided.
If you would like to do a self guided tour you can use this link with a map and pages with more information on each plant: https://www.queerbotany.com/walthamstow-marshes
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