Who Is This Chick?
About
Hi! I’m Jaime, the Chick of the Woods.
Of all things, mushrooms have called to me and I must be a part of them! I need to find, touch, smell, admire, and sometimes even taste them! They fascinate me. I dream about them. And they sincerely make me happy when I am with them.
I love sharing the magical world of mushrooms with others, so please consider joining me someday. But I’m warning you, a walk in the woods may never be the same again. Your pace will slow. Trails will be abandoned. Trees will be identified. And mushrooms will be found.
I have always been an admirer of nature. I received a bachelor degree in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies and pursued a career in conservation. I followed that path for 19 years before I decided I wanted something a little more fun… like hunting for fungi! In 2022, I chose to make mushroom hunting my full time gig and I now teach people how to forage for mushrooms and other wild edibles. What a dream!
My Experience
I’ve been foraging obsessively since 2009 and conducting foraging classes since 2020. I am a member of the Minnesota Mycological Society, Wisconsin Mycological Society, and North American Mycological Association. I also have three certifications for identification of and selling mushrooms.
My Goals
My goal is to improve your confidence identifying mushrooms and other wild edibles in a fun and casual atmosphere. I certainly don’t claim to know them all, but we will focus on getting you familiar with the more common species. I want to serve as a launching pad for your future, life-long, foraging hobby. Some of my personal goals include learning more species, becoming a better chef, and foraging around the world! Above all, I want the entire world to gain a greater appreciation for the importance and healing powers of nature.