We are busy teaching a class today! Interesting in learning more? In addition to private foraging adventures, we also offer educational classes on wild mushrooms, edible plants, and tree identification. These classes are a great way to deepen your knowledge of the natural world, whether you're just getting started or looking to expand your skills. […]
Bring your mom, grandma, daughter, sisters, aunties, nieces, girlfriends, or just yourself to this "Chicks Only" day! Even though no guys are allowed, we will be searching for "fun-gis." We might even find an Old Man of the Woods. Besides learning about mushrooms, we will have tons of fun and meet new friends. We will […]
Join us for a hands-on outdoor experience at Big Rock Creek in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin to spark your curiosity and build your confidence foraging for wild foods! This beginner-friendly class is perfect for those new to foraging or anyone looking to hang out with like-minded individuals that love and appreciate nature. Together, we’ll learn […]
Explore a beautiful forest while learning a useful, fun, and lifelong skill of foraging for your own food. Chick of the Woods will help you gain confidence foraging for common, edible mushrooms. We may also discuss berries, plants, or trees we see along the way. Before we head out foraging, we will discuss foraging basics, […]
TRIP DETAILS + INFORMATION Join Chick of the Woods for a fun outdoor adventure that will get your child outside, and interested in going outside more often! Mushroom hunting is like a scavenger hunt, and kids love finding cool mushrooms in the woods. Wouldn't it be nice to know what some of those mushrooms are, […]
We are on a private foraging adventure today. Interested in learning more? We offer private foraging adventures tailored to your interests and location. While we specialize in wild mushrooms, we’re also happy to explore edible plants, berries, nuts, and even help with tree identification. These guided experiences are perfect for individuals or groups—whether you have […]
Join us for a hands-on outdoor experience at Big Rock Creek in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin to spark your curiosity and build your confidence foraging for wild foods! This beginner-friendly class is perfect for those new to foraging or anyone looking to hang out with like-minded individuals that love and appreciate nature. Together, we’ll learn […]
This is an outdoor adventure for those interested in foraging for common wild mushrooms. We will first take about one hour to discuss foraging basics, safety, tips/tricks to successful foraging, cover species of interest, and answer any questions. Then we will wander down the trail and into the woods looking for and discussing any mushrooms […]
We are on a private foraging adventure today. Interested in learning more? We offer private foraging adventures tailored to your interests and location (Minnesota and Wisconsin). While we specialize in wild mushrooms, we’re also happy to explore edible plants, berries, nuts, and even help with tree identification. These guided experiences are perfect for individuals or […]
ABOUT THIS EVENT Join Maria Wesserle of Four Season Foraging and Jaime Rockney of Chick of the Woods for a day of foraging fun! Learn all about edible fall goodies in the woods! The morning will be focused on all things plants! Maria will teach us about plants, berries, and nuts that are in season […]
We are busy teaching a class today! Interesting in learning more? In addition to private foraging adventures, we also offer educational classes on wild mushrooms, edible plants, and tree identification. These classes are a great way to deepen your knowledge of the natural world, whether you're just getting started or looking to expand your skills. […]
The 4th Annual Holiday Forest Fair, hosted by Chick of the Woods, will take place on December 13, 2025 at the warm greenhouses of Mustard Seed Garden Center in Chaska, MN. This festive event is FREE and is a must-visit for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Please RSVP below for tickets and to be updated […]
