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SUMMARY:Know the Trees - Find the Mushrooms
DESCRIPTION:Find More Mushrooms by Knowing Your Trees  \nTHIS IS NOT A MUSHROOM HUNT. THIS IS A TREE IDENTIFICATION CLASS. \nEver spend hours wandering the woods unsure where to look for mushrooms? Learning tree identification solves that problem. When you know which trees host your favorite edible mushrooms\, you stop guessing and start finding. \nIn this class\, Chick of the Woods will teach simple\, practical tree identification techniques that go beyond leaf shape\, with a focus on trees that host choice edible mushrooms. You’ll learn what trees deserve your attention and which ones you can pass by. \nA few days before the walk\, you’ll receive an exclusive video covering tree ID basics and key mushroom-loving trees. This prep work means less lecture and more hands-on learning in the woods. \nThe in-person portion is a fun\, guided walk on established trails\, practicing real-time tree identification and connecting trees to the mushrooms that grow with them. \nYou’ll leave feeling more confident\, capable\, and equipped to forage smarter for years to come. \nWho this class is for \n\nBeginner and intermediate mushroom foragers\nNature lovers curious about trees and fungi\nGardeners and outdoor educators\nAnyone tired of guessing where mushrooms grow\nA unique\, practical gift for the outdoorsy person in your life
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/know-the-trees-find-the-mushrooms/
LOCATION:Theodore Wirth Park\, 3200 Glenwood Ave\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, 55405
CATEGORIES:Class,Forays
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SUMMARY:Chanterelles & Wild Edibles: Forage + Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Learn all about foraging for chanterelles and other edible summertime mushrooms\, plants\, and berries!  \nJoin us 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.  \nWhat to Expect\n\nInteractive Education: Start with an engaging presentation discussing everything you need to know to get started foraging. We’ll discuss foraging basics\, identification tips\, cooking & preservation techniques\, safety\, technology\, and more. Get hands-on with fresh examples (if available) to practice identifying key features before we head out to the forest.\nForest Exploration: Wander through the woods at Big Rock Creek as we search for edible wild mushrooms\, plants\, and berries. We will also be identifying important trees along the way.\nPotential Finds: We never know what we will find\, but it’s the season for mushrooms like chanterelles\, boletes\, chicken of the woods\, berries\, and more! While we will focus our hunt mostly on mushrooms\, we will also discuss and harvest edible plants or berries.\nTaste What We Find: A brief cooking demo and light tasting will be prepared with the mushrooms we find. Please reach out if you have dietary restrictions to see if I can accommodate. Cocktails will be available for purchase from Big Rock Creek.\nCommunity and Sharing: Bring home any mushrooms that we don’t cook or plants we find! If we find enough\, we’ll divide them evenly to ensure everyone leaves with a treat.\nGear Up: Browse foraging essentials like mushroom knives\, books\, and other tools available for purchase.\n\n\nApproximate Itinerary\n1:00-2:00 – Educational Presentation\n2:00-2:30 – Break & Gear Shopping\n2:30-4:00 – Foraging Adventure\n4:00-5:00 – Wild Mushroom Tasting\n5:00-5:30 – Review & Q&A \n\nImportant Details\n\nWho Can Join: Anyone that is able to walk slowly through the woods\, over uneven terrain\, for up to two hours is welcome. The event is designed for adults\, but children are welcome at the same rate if they’re excited to participate.\nA day pass is required for anyone that does not have a Big Rock membership or is not already camping at Big Rock Creek. These can be purchased ahead of time here. Come early or stay late to enjoy the property.\nWhat to Bring: Here is a list of some items to consider bringing along. Items such as mushroom knives\, bags\, and books will be available for purchase. Sturdy\, close-toed footwear and long pants are recommended.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/chanterelles-wild-edibles/
LOCATION:Big Rock Creek\, 1674 WI-87\, St. Croix Falls\, WI\, 54024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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SUMMARY:A Walk in the Park - Lebanon Hills - Eagan\, MN
DESCRIPTION:This month’s featured park: Lebanon Hills Regional Park in Eagan\, MN. This trail has an abundance of wild berries! It is a 2.5 mile stunning walk around a gorgeous lake. We likely will not make it all the way around before our time is up. You are welcome to head back at any time\, but I will be walking the whole loop no matter how long it takes if you’d like to stick with me. \nThis “Walk in the Park” series is all about getting outside\, exploring new places\, and “seeing what we can eat” along the trail. These walks are meant to be casual\, curious\, affordable\, educational\, and social—perfect for anyone who simply wants an excuse to learn about edible wild foods and spend time with like-minded people. \nThe location will vary each time and may even be somewhere I’ve never visited before. Think of it as an open invitation to come explore together. \nThis isn’t a traditional foraging class or guided hunt. We won’t scout the location ahead of time\, we’ll stick to the trails\, and we may visit locations where foraging isn’t allowed—so there are no expectations\, nothing to bring besides your curiosity\, and nothing to take but pictures. \nWe’ll simply walk slowly and observe what’s growing\, hoping to find edible mushrooms\, plants\, berries\, or nuts along the way. Trees will be identified and we’ll stop for any other surprises nature reveals to us along the way. I certainly don’t know everything – these walks are about learning together and sharing observations. \nTrail conditions will vary and may include grass\, dirt\, rocks\, mud\, or pavement\, and could be flat or hilly. Participants should be comfortable being outside and walking and/or standing for up to 1.5 hours. Some walks will be accessible\, but please reach out if you have questions about terrain. \n(If you have a location suggestion for a future walk\, please let me know!) \nParking fee may apply.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/a-walk-in-the-park-lebanon-hills-eagan-mn/
LOCATION:Lebanon Hills Regional Park
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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SUMMARY:Summertime Mushroom Hunting
DESCRIPTION:Learn all about foraging for edible summertime mushrooms! This beginner-friendly class is perfect for those new to foraging or anyone looking to learn a few new mushrooms while hanging out with like-minded individuals that love and appreciate nature.  \nWhat to Expect\n\nInteractive Education: Start with an engaging presentation discussing everything you need to know to get started foraging. We’ll discuss foraging basics\, identification tips\, cooking & preservation techniques\, safety\, technology\, and more. Get hands-on with fresh examples (if available) to practice identifying key features before we head out to the forest.\nForest Exploration: Wander through the woods as we search for edible wild mushrooms and identify important trees along the way.\nPotential Finds: We never know what we will find\, but it’s the season for mushrooms like chanterelles\, boletes\, chicken of the woods\, black trumpets\, and more! While we will focus our hunt on mushrooms\, we may also point out edible plants or berries we see.\nCommunity and Sharing: Bring home any mushrooms we find! If we find enough\, we’ll divide them evenly to ensure everyone leaves with a treat.\nGear Up: Browse foraging essentials like mushroom knives\, books\, and other tools available for purchase.\n\nApproximate Itinerary\n9:00-10:00 – Educational Presentation\n10:00-10:30 – Break & Gear Shopping\n10:30-12:00 – Foraging Adventure\n12:00-12:30 – Review & Q&A \n\nImportant Details\n\nWho Can Join: Anyone that is able to walk slowly through the woods\, over uneven terrain\, for up to two hours is welcome. The event is designed for adults\, but children are welcome at the same rate if they’re excited to participate.\nA day pass or parking pass may be required.\nWhat to Bring: Here is a list of some items to consider bringing along. Items such as mushroom knives\, bags\, and books will be available for purchase. Sturdy\, close-toed footwear and long pants are recommended.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/summertime-mushroom-hunt072526/
LOCATION:TBD\, but within 1 hour west or northwest of Mpls
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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SUMMARY:Intermediate Mushroom Hunting with Guest Expert Noah Siegel
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to take your mushrooming skills to the next level? This intermediate class is designed for mushroom hunters who already know the basics and are eager to deepen their knowledge in the field. \nWe’re thrilled to feature guest expert Noah Siegel\, one of the leading figures in U.S. field mycology. With over three decades of experience in identification\, taxonomy\, and photography\, Noah’s expertise is unmatched. Noah is a renowned field guide author\, award‑winning photographer\, and highly sought‑after speaker who has dedicated his career to expanding public understanding of the fungal world. Most recently\, he spent three months in Tanzania researching primate mycophagy! \nThe day begins with a presentation from Noah\, offering insights that will help you sharpen your identification skills and enhance your field observation techniques. \nAfter the presentation\, we’ll head out for a guided mushroom hunt. Both Chick of the Woods and Noah will assist with identification throughout the foray\, with Noah providing additional support on more advanced or challenging finds.  We’ll conclude the day by gathering to review and discuss in more detail the mushrooms collected during the hunt. Feel free to bring any unidentified mushrooms (or pictures) you’ve collected that you need help identifying. \nParticipants are welcome to keep what they find\, but please note that this class is not focused on harvesting edible species. Our emphasis is on learning about a wide diversity of fungi—including non‑edible species—and building a broader understanding of what we encounter in the field.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/noah-siegel/
LOCATION:within an hour of minneapolis
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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SUMMARY:Summertime Mushroom Hunt
DESCRIPTION: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\, safety\, identifications\, and answer any questions. (If you already know the basics\, feel free to skip this part) \nThen we will wander into the woods searching for\, discussing\, and picking edible mushrooms that we find. After the hunt we will review what’s in your basket and discuss ways to cook your finds. Take home what we find. No experience necessary. \nApproximate itinerary:\n9:30-10:30 – Educational Foraging Discussion\n10:30-11:00 – Break and Gear-Up\n11:00-12:30 – Foraging\n12:30-1:00 – Review and Questions\n1:00 till ?? Optional and on your own – Pack a lunch and stay as long as you like socializing with your new nature friends! \nI will have some foraging gear available for purchase\, including bags\, knives\, books\, and other products we love. You will have a chance to purchase these during the break or after class. \nDisclaimers:\n*Mushroom and plant growth is subject to various environmental factors\, and their presence during our foraging adventures cannot be guaranteed.\n*We will be walking off-trail and on uneven terrain.\n*The location may require a parking fee or day pass.\n*The event in geared towards adults\, but if you think your child would enjoy it\, they are welcome at the same rate as adults.\n*The exact location and more details will be shared with you the day prior to the event\, or sooner. \nRefund and Cancellation Policy:\n*No refunds. If you cancel at least 72 hours prior to the event\, credit will be given towards a future event.  No credit will be given for cancellations within 72 hours of the event.\n*This is a rain or shine event\, but if conditions are severe\, the hunt will be cancelled and credit will be given to use at a future event.\n*Class may be cancelled if minimum attendance is not met. Refunds will be given in this scenario.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/summertime-mushroom-hunt-2026/
LOCATION:within one hour west of Minneapolis
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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SUMMARY:The Final Foray: 2026’s Last Mushroom Hunt!
DESCRIPTION:This is a special one! I’m heading to Italy the very next day to do a little mushroom hunting of my own\, which means this will be my final mushroom foraging class of 2026! Come join me for one last adventure in the woods before I trade Minnesota mushrooms for Italian fungi. \nWe’ll start with about an hour covering foraging basics\, safety\, tips and tricks for successful hunting\, species of interest\, and plenty of time for questions. \n20% discount for returning customers only! Feel free to skip the intro and show up no later than 2:00pm\, ready to hit the woods. \nThen it’s time to forage! We’ll explore the woods looking for\, identifying\, discussing\, and harvesting any edible mushrooms we find. Along the way\, we’ll talk about what to look for\, where to look\, and how to become a more confident mushroom hunter. \nNo experience necessary. Whether you’re brand new to mushroom hunting or have been foraging for years\, you’re welcome to join. Any edible mushrooms we find will be divided evenly among the group. \nApproximate Itinerary\n1:00–2:00pm – Introduction & Discussion\n2:00–2:30pm – Break & Gear Up\n2:30–4:00pm – Foraging\n4:00–4:30pm – Mushroom Review & Even Split \nThe exact location of the event will be emailed to attendees at least 24 hours before the event. \nCome join me for one last Minnesota mushroom hunt of 2026 — then I’ll be off to see what’s growing in the Italian woods! \nDisclaimers:\n*Mushroom and plant growth is subject to various environmental factors\, and their presence during our foraging adventures cannot be guaranteed.\n*We will be walking off-trail and on uneven terrain.\n*The location may require a parking fee or day pass.\n*The event in geared towards adults\, but if you think your child would enjoy it\, they are welcome at the same rate as adults.\n*The exact location and more details will be shared with you the day prior to the event\, or sooner. \nRefund and Cancellation Policy:\n*If you cancel at least 72 hours prior to the event\, credit will be given towards a future event.  No credit will be given for cancellations within 72 hours of the event.\n*This is a rain or shine event\, but if conditions are severe\, the hunt will be cancelled and credit will be given to use at a future event.\n*Class may be cancelled if minimum attendance is not met. Refunds will be given in this scenario.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/last-chance-mushroom-hunt-2026/
LOCATION:within an hour of minneapolis
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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