Late July - Early August
Mid-September - Early October
Highlights: During the summer season, we’ll focus on the Boletus, Amanita, and Russula species. Learn to identify these key varieties and understand their vital role in the forest ecosystem.
Late October - Mid-November
Highlights: As the cooler weather arrives, we'll shift our focus to classic autumn varieties. Our hunt will center on Suillus, Clitocybes and Armillaria. Experience the forest in its most abundant season.
Session Times:
10:00 - 12:00
14:00 - 16:00
What to Expect: This two-hour session is a deep dive into the art of mushroom observation and identification. We'll start with a brief 20-minute introduction, followed by a focused 70-minute field exploration. The session concludes with a 30-minute sample identification and explanation, where we’ll examine our findings up close.
Optional Cooking & Tasting:
If you're interested, you can stay with me for an extra 1-2 hours to cook and taste some of the mushrooms we've found. It's a wonderful way to experience the full journey from forest to feast!
Important Notes:
Weather and Growth: Mushroom growth is highly dependent on climate conditions. If the mushrooms aren't fruiting as expected, I will notify you 1-2 weeks in advance to reschedule or cancel the trip.
Sharing with Nature: Wild mushrooms are treasures we share with the insects and animals of the forest. It's perfectly natural to find a mushroom with some bug activity inside—it's a sign of a healthy, wild ecosystem. Unlike supermarket mushrooms, these are truly a product of nature.
Dates:
Early April - Mid-May
Highlights: Each week in Spring / Autumn brings new treasures! The wild edibles we find will vary greatly from the beginning of April to the start of May. Our trips will focus on identifying the best wild greens, herbs, and shoots of the season, ensuring you experience the true variety of a wild pantry.
Session Times:
10:00 - 12:00
14:00 - 16:00
What to Expect: This two-hour session is a hands-on experience in the art of foraging. We'll begin with a 20-minute introduction to the wild edibles of the season, followed by a focused 70-minute field trip to harvest our finds. The session concludes with a 30-minute sorting, identification, and packaging session, where you'll learn how to properly prepare your harvest.
Optional Cooking & Tasting:
You can choose to pack your foraged finds to take home or stay with me for an extra 1-2 hours to cook and taste them on-site. It’s a wonderful way to experience the full journey from forest to feast!
Important Notes:
Seasonal Variety: The type of wild edibles available changes significantly throughout the spring. A trip in early April will be completely different from one in early May, offering you a unique experience each time!
Sharing with Nature: Wild edibles are a treasure we share with the insects and animals of the forest. It's perfectly natural to find a harvest with some bug activity—it's a sign of a healthy, wild ecosystem. Unlike supermarket produce, these are truly a product of nature.