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SUMMARY:Late Fall Mushroom Hunting
DESCRIPTION:Anyone wanna go for a beautiful walk in the woods before the cold sets in?  This will be a fun outdoor adventure for anyone interested in learning about foraging for common\, edible wild mushrooms.  We will first take some time 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 find. We will then meet back where we started to wrap up and go over what we found.  No experience necessary. \nThe exact location of the event will be emailed to attendees at least 24 hours before the event. \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/late-fall-mushroom-hunting/
LOCATION:1 hour east or northeast of Mpls
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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SUMMARY:Fall Mushroom Hunting
DESCRIPTION: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 find. If we do find mushrooms\, we will split them evenly with the group best we can. We will then meet back where we started to wrap up and go over what we found.  No experience necessary. \nApproximate Itinerary:\n1-2pm: Intro and Discussion \n2-3:45pm: Foraging \n3:45-4pm: Review mushrooms \nThe exact location of the event will be emailed to attendees at least 24 hours before the event. \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/fall-mushroom-hunting-oct6/
LOCATION:TBD\, but within 1 hour south of Mpls
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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SUMMARY:Fall Foray and Apps with Forager Chef
DESCRIPTION:Join Chick of the Woods and Forager Chef for a day of foraging fun! We will start the day with a brief chat about what mushrooms are in season and how to find and identify them\, followed by a mushroom hunt searching for common edible mushrooms. Finally\, we will end the day by enjoying a few appetizers prepared by Forager Chef during a social hour with other nature nerds. \nApproximate Itinerary:\n1:00-1:30… Welcome and brief discussion\n1:30-3:15… Mushroom Hunt\n3:15-3:45… Mushroom Review and Identifications\n3:45-5:30… Appetizers and Social Hour \n\n\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.\n*The mushroom hunt will focus on finding and identifying common\, edible mushrooms – we do not know all the names of the lesser known mushrooms. \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. \nFor Events Involving Food: \n*If you have any food restrictions\, please email us to see if we can accommodate before signing up.\n*Please bring your own beverages.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/fall-foray-and-apps-with-forager-chef/
LOCATION:TBD\, but within 1 hour south of Mpls
CATEGORIES:Event,Forays
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240907T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
CREATED:20240808T031149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T031149Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Mushroom Hunting
DESCRIPTION: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 find. If we do find mushrooms\, we will split them evenly with the group best we can. We will then meet back where we started to wrap up and go over what we found.  No experience necessary. \nApproximate Itinerary:\n1-2pm: Intro and Discussion \n2-3:45pm: Foraging \n3:45-4pm: Review mushrooms \nThe exact location of the event will be emailed to attendees at least 24 hours before the event. \nThe event is non-refundable and the class will happen rain or shine\, but in cases of severe weather or other unforeseen circumstances\, you will be able to use your credit for a future event.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/fall-mushroom-hunting/
LOCATION:TBD\, but within 1 hour south of Mpls
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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SUMMARY:Forage-To-Table Experience
DESCRIPTION:OVERVIEW\nJoin Jaime and Jess for a private foraging\, cooking\, and dining experience at the beautiful Lake Osceola Retreat Center. The day begins by enjoying a light lunch and beverage while learning about foraging basics\, safety\, and identification of edible\, wild mushrooms that are in season.  \nAfter lunch\, we will  head into the forest while learning about and collecting ingredients for dinner which may include mushrooms\, plants\, berries and/or even a few goodies from the garden. \n \nWhen we return from the woods\, Jess will guide us in turning our harvest into a delicious dinner. This will be a hands-on learning adventure\, creating dinner and beverages as a team. Preservation methods that are best suited for the mushrooms we find also be discussed. Any leftover mushrooms that are not used for dinner will be sent home with attendees. \nThe menu is yet to be determined and will be tailored to foraged items that are found on our foraging adventure\, however all food will be both vegan and gluten-free. Please call or text Jess at 612-367-6621 before registering if you have any food sensitivities.  \nNo experience necessary.  \nITINERARY\n12:00-12:30… Arrivals and Introductions\n12:30-2:00… Lunch and Learn\n2:00-4:00… Forage\n4:00-6:00… Prepare Dinner and Beverages\n6:00-7:00… Dinner and Wild Mushroom Preservation Discussion \nMEET THE INSTRUCTORS\n \nJess is a forager\, educator\, and foodie extraordinaire! She is so excited to combine all of her passions and guide us in turning our harvest into a delicious meal. \n \nJaime (Chick of the Woods) loves spending every minute possible foraging in the woods\, talking to anyone that will listen about mushrooms\, and having others cook for her. \nREGISTRATION\nOnly 12 spots available. Registration ends Wednesday\, August 21 at noon. \nDISCLAIMERS\n*Mushroom and plant growth is subject to various environmental factors\, and their presence during our foraging adventures cannot be guaranteed. Jaime will have emergency back-up mushrooms just in case we don’t find enough for dinner.\n*We will be walking off-trail and on uneven terrain.\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. \nRefund and Cancellation Policy:\n*If you cancel at least 1 week prior to the event\, credit will be given towards a future event.  No credit will be given for cancellations within 1 week 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/forage-to-table/
LOCATION:Lake Osceola Retreat Center\, 558 240th St\,\, Osceola\, WI\, 54020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chick of the Woods":MAILTO:chickofthewoodsforaging@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240817T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240817T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
CREATED:20240702T000342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T143841Z
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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.  Then we will wander into the woods searching for\, discussing\, and picking edible goodies 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 – Discussion\n10:30 – Break\n10:45 – Foraging\n12:30 – Review and Questions\n1:00 – Farewells \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/summertime-foraging-20240817/
LOCATION:TBD\, but within 1 hour south of Mpls
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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CREATED:20240215T024144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T024322Z
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SUMMARY:Fun with Fungi - Kids Event
DESCRIPTION:Get your kids excited about mushrooms and the outdoors this summer! We will discuss safety and learn all about mushrooms\, go for a mushroom scavenger hunt\, and learn how to make mushroom art. This class will take place outdoors\, rain or shine\, but will be cancelled for severe weather. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The class fee includes one adult and one child. Additional family members may register for an additional fee. The foraging location will be determined and emailed to you two days prior to class due to variation in growing conditions that affect mushroom availability. The location will be within 20 minutes of Shakopee\, and you will be walking on uneven terrain\, so please dress accordingly. Bring a basket or bag\, a pocket knife\, and sun and/or bug protection if you wish to use it. There is no guarantee we will find mushrooms\, but we will have samples to show if that happens. You can bring home any mushrooms you find! Handouts will be provided to assist you in future foraging. \nThis class is offered through Shakopee Community Education and you can purchase tickets ($36) through this link.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/fun-with-fungi-kids-event/
LOCATION:Shakopee\, MN
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240804T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240804T173000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
CREATED:20240619T195636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T165059Z
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SUMMARY:Mushroom Hunting in Wisconsin
DESCRIPTION:Explore a beautiful forest in Wisconsin and learn a lifelong skill of foraging for your own healthy and nutritious food! \nChick of the Woods is excited to help you gain confidence foraging for common edible mushrooms. Before we head out foraging\, we will discuss foraging basics\, safety\, identifications\, and answer any questions.  Then we will wander into the woods looking 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 you harvest! No experience necessary. \nApproximate itinerary:\n1:30-2:30 – Discussion\n2:30-2:45 – Break\n2:45-5:00 – Foraging\n5:00-5:30 – Review and Questions \nDisclaimers:\n*Please note that mushroom and plant growth is subject to various environmental factors\, and their presence during our foraging adventures cannot be guaranteed.\n*The exact location and more details will be shared with you via email the day prior to the event\, or sooner.\n*To avoid any sense of competition\, foraging finds will be split evenly among the group.\n*We will be walking off-trail and on uneven terrain.\n*This is a rain or shine event\, but if conditions are severe\, the hunt will be cancelled and credit can be used towards a future event.\n*The location may require a parking fee.\n*Class may be cancelled if minimum attendance is not met.\n*Kids are welcome at the same rate as adults.\n*Parking fee or day pass may be required.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/mushroom-hunting-in-wisconsin/
LOCATION:1 hour east of Minneapolis in Wisconsin
CATEGORIES:Event,Forays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chick of the Woods":MAILTO:chickofthewoodsforaging@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240727T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
CREATED:20240717T205407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T205810Z
UID:3658-1722074400-1722085200@chickofthewoods.com
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.  Then we will wander into the woods searching for\, discussing\, and picking edible goodies 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:\n10:00 – Discussion\n11:00 – Foraging\n12:45 – Review and Questions\n1:00 – Farewells \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/summerhunting/
LOCATION:TBD\, but within 1 hour south of Mpls
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chick of the Woods":MAILTO:chickofthewoodsforaging@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240717T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
CREATED:20240215T023113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240616T010331Z
UID:3140-1721239200-1721246400@chickofthewoods.com
SUMMARY:Wild Berry Foraging 101
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to safely forage for wild berries! We will begin with a discussion about wild berry foraging followed by a walk through the park looking for and discussing wild edible berries along the way\, as well as how to identify poisonous berries. Berries found may include wild raspberries\, blackberries\, mulberries\, choke cherries\, gooseberries\, wild grapes\, plums\, and more. Bring home any berries you find! This class will take place outdoors\, and will take place rain or shine\, but will be cancelled for severe weather. The foraging location will be determined and emailed to you two days prior to class due to variation in conditions that affect berry availability. Handouts will be provided to assist you in future foraging. \nThis class is offered through Shakopee Community Education and you can purchase tickets ($39) through this link.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/wild-berry-foraging-101-2/
LOCATION:Shakopee\, MN
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chick of the Woods":MAILTO:chickofthewoodsforaging@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
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SUMMARY:CHICKS ONLY!!  Mushroom Hunt and Wild Mushroom Lunch
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBesides learning about mushrooms\, we will have tons of fun and meet new friends. We will also discuss tree identification\, plants\, and berries we come across while we are in the woods. A delicious picnic lunch with wild mushrooms will prepared by the fabulous Jodi Gruhn with Borealle. Lunch will not only be delicious\, but it will also be 100% fresh\, healthy\, and vegan. \nJodi preparing lunch at the Chicks Only hunt in 2023\nApproximate Itinerary:\n11:00-12:00 Educational Bit\n12:00-1:00 Lunch\n1:00-3:00 Mushroom Hunt\n3:00-??? Review Mushrooms and Social Hour \n2023 Chicks Only Lunch – Mushroom Sushi\n*Exact location of the hunt will be emailed to attendees by 4pm one day prior to the hunt\, but will be located within an hour of Minneapolis\, Minnesota.\n*This is a rain or shine event\, but if conditions are severe\, the hunt will be cancelled and credit can be used towards a future event.\n*The location may require a parking fee.\n*If you have any food restrictions\, please email us to see if we can accommodate before signing up.\n*Please bring your own beverages.\n*We will be walking off-trail on uneven terrain.\n*We are never guaranteed to find mushrooms\, but I guarantee you will learn how to find them.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/chicks-only-mushroom-hunt-and-wild-mushroom-lunch/
LOCATION:within one hour west of Minneapolis
CATEGORIES:Event,Forays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chick of the Woods":MAILTO:chickofthewoodsforaging@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240706T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240706T173000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
CREATED:20240613T022021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T022021Z
UID:3549-1720272600-1720287000@chickofthewoods.com
SUMMARY:Summertime Foraging
DESCRIPTION:Explore the beautiful forest at Big Rock Creek and learn a lifelong skill of foraging for your own food! Tickets for this event are available at Big Rock Creek’s website for $85. \nChick of the Woods is back at Big Rock to help you gain confidence foraging for edible mushrooms\, berries\, and plants.  Before we head out foraging\, we will discuss foraging basics\, safety\, identifications\, and answer any questions.  Then we will wander into the woods looking for\, discussing\, and picking edible goodies that we find. After the hunt we will review what’s in your basket and discuss ways to cook your finds. Take home what you harvest! No experience necessary. \nApproximate itinerary:\n1:30-2:30 – Discussion\n2:30-2:45 – Break\n2:45-5:00 – Foraging\n5:00-5:30 – Review and Questions \nDisclaimers:\n-The event will happen rain or shine\, but in cases of severe weather or other unforeseen circumstances\, class will be cancelled and you will be able to use your credit for a future event.\n-We will be hiking (very slowly) off trail and through uneven terrain.\n-Kids are welcome but at the same rate as adults.\n-We are never guaranteed to find mushrooms.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/summertime-foraging/
LOCATION:Big Rock Creek\, 1674 WI-87\, St. Croix Falls\, WI\, 54024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chick of the Woods":MAILTO:chickofthewoodsforaging@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240630T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240630T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
CREATED:20240625T215805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T215805Z
UID:3585-1719741600-1719754200@chickofthewoods.com
SUMMARY:Last Minute Foraging Adventure
DESCRIPTION:All this recent rain has been phenomenal for growing fungi! Join Chick of the Woods and find what food this rain has brought us. We will be foraging for common\, summertime edible mushrooms and berries. Before we head out foraging\, we will discuss foraging basics\, safety\, identifications\, and answer any questions.  Then we will wander into the woods looking for\, discussing\, and picking edible mushrooms and berries that we find. After the hunt we will review what’s in your basket and discuss ways to cook your finds. Take home what you harvest! No experience necessary. \nApproximate itinerary:\n10:00 – Discussion\n11:00 – Break\n11:15 – Foraging\n1:15 – Review and Questions\n1:30 – Farewell \nAll the Disclaimers:\n*Please note that mushroom and plant growth is subject to various environmental factors\, and their presence during our foraging adventures cannot be guaranteed.\n*The exact location and more details will be shared with you via email the day prior to the event\, or sooner.\n*To avoid any sense of competition\, foraging finds will be split evenly among the group.\n*We will be walking off-trail and on uneven terrain.\n*This is a rain or shine event\, but if conditions are severe\, the hunt will be cancelled and credit can be used towards a future event.\n*The location may require a parking fee.\n*Class may be cancelled if minimum attendance is not met.\n*Kids are welcome at the same rate as adults.\n*Parking fee or day pass may be required.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/lastminute/
LOCATION:within 1 hour south of Mpls
CATEGORIES:Event,Forays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chick of the Woods":MAILTO:chickofthewoodsforaging@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240523T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240523T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
CREATED:20240216T043709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T010630Z
UID:3153-1716483600-1716494400@chickofthewoods.com
SUMMARY:Morels and More Weeknight Foraging
DESCRIPTION:Join Chick of the Woods for an evening of foraging fun on private land in Prior Lake\, just 30 minutes south of downtown Minneapolis. Expect a fabulous evening meeting like-minded people and foraging for edible plants and mushrooms. \nWe will begin the evening by discussing edible species of mushrooms and plants that are common in springtime including their look-alikes\, foraging basics\, safety\, tools\, technology\, and answer any questions you may have. \nAfter the discussion\, we will head into the woods looking for and picking edible mushrooms and plants. Please note that while harvesting plants is NOT allowed on public land\, this is private land so we ARE able to harvest plants\, too! (Mushrooms are harvestable on certain public lands.) \nOnce we get back from the woods\, Chick of the Woods will go over what you found to make sure everything you have is safe. We will also have a recap and discuss any new species we didn’t talk about during the presentation. You will be able to take home any mushrooms or plants that we harvest\, but to avoid any sense of competition\, we will be splitting our finds evenly throughout the group. \nDisclaimers:\n*Please note that mushroom growth is subject to various environmental factors\, and their presence during our foraging adventures cannot be guaranteed. We do our best to find good spots\, but our goal isn’t just about gathering. It’s about learning so you can forage on your own. We’ll share the exact location and more details about the day with you at least 24 hours before the event.\n*We will be walking off-trail and on uneven terrain.\n*This is a rain or shine event\, but if conditions are severe\, the hunt will be cancelled and credit can be used towards a future event.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/foraging-retreat-in-prior-lake-mn/
LOCATION:Prior Lake\, MN\, Prior Lake\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chick of the Woods":MAILTO:chickofthewoodsforaging@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240519T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240519T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
CREATED:20240502T134445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T134445Z
UID:3423-1716123600-1716136200@chickofthewoods.com
SUMMARY:Morels and More Foraging Adventure
DESCRIPTION:A fun outdoor adventure for the nature lover interested in gaining confidence and learning tips foraging for their own food. We will discuss foraging basics\, safety\, tips/tricks\, and answer any questions and then wander through the woods looking for mushrooms and edible plants. We hope to see plants like ramps\, fiddlehead ferns\, stinging nettle\, or garlic mustard and pick mushrooms like oysters\, morels\, velvet foot\, pheasant backs or more.  Bring home any mushrooms you find! \nChick of the Woods may offer a light tasting of wild mushrooms that are in season\, if available. This is very likely but an email will be sent before the hunt to confirm and see if you’d like to add the tasting\, which would be optional. A fee would apply and the tasting would add 1 hour of time after the hunt (ending at 5:30pm). \nDisclaimers: \n*Please note that mushroom growth is subject to various environmental factors\, and their presence during our foraging adventures cannot be guaranteed. We’ll do our best to find good spots\, but our goal isn’t just about gathering. It’s about learning so you can forage on your own. We’ll share the exact location and more details about the day with you at least 24 hours before the event.\n*We will be walking off-trail and on uneven terrain.\n*This is a rain or shine event\, but if conditions are severe\, the hunt will be cancelled and credit can be used towards a future event.\n*The class may be cancelled if minimum attendance is not met. A refund will be provided in this scenario.\n*The location may require a parking fee.\n*More detailed information about location\, what to expect\, and what to bring will be shared with attendees at least one day prior the event.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/may19-morels-and-more-foraging-and-tasting-adventure/
LOCATION:within 2 hours of minneapolis
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chick of the Woods":MAILTO:chickofthewoodsforaging@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240515T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
CREATED:20240225T023302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T152645Z
UID:3174-1715796000-1715805000@chickofthewoods.com
SUMMARY:5-Course Wild Food Dinner and Foraging Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a fabulous 5-course wild food dinner in the Hunters Lodge at the MN Horse and Hunt Club while Chick of the Woods teaches you how to find and identify wild\, edible springtime plants and mushrooms. Chef Andy Shrader will be cooking food that Chick of the Woods has foraged specifically for this meal and will explain each course utilizing many of the species we will be discussing. The menu is TBD until the week of the event as it depends on what foraged foods were found for this meal\, but it will not be vegetarian. \nTickets are $125 and must be purchased at the MN Horse and Hunt Club’s website.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/5-course-wild-food-dinner-and-foraging-presentation/
LOCATION:MN Horse and Hunt Club\, 2920 220th St E.\, Prior Lake\, MN\, 55352\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240511T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
CREATED:20240115T041733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T180629Z
UID:3025-1715432400-1715446800@chickofthewoods.com
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Morels and More Foraging and Tasting Adventure
DESCRIPTION:A fun outdoor adventure for the person interested in gaining confidence foraging for their own food.  We will discuss foraging basics\, safety\, tips/tricks\, and answer any questions and wander through the woods looking for mushrooms and edible plants. We hope to find plants like ramps\, fiddlehead ferns\, stinging nettle\, or garlic mustard and pick mushrooms like oysters\, morels\, or pheasant backs.  Bring home any mushrooms you find! \nAfter the mushroom hunt\, Chick of the Woods will cook up a delicious\, light tasting of wild mushrooms that are in season. \nDisclaimers:\n*Please note that mushroom growth is subject to various environmental factors\, and their presence during our foraging adventures cannot be guaranteed. We’ll do our best to find good spots\, but our goal isn’t just about gathering. It’s about learning so you can forage on your own. We’ll share the exact location and more details about the day with you at least 24 hours before the event.\n*We will be walking off-trail and on uneven terrain.\n*This is a rain or shine event\, but if conditions are severe\, the hunt will be cancelled and credit can be used towards a future event.\n*The location may require a parking fee.\n*If you have any food restrictions\, please email us to see if we can accommodate before signing up. *Please bring your own beverages.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/morels-and-more-springtime-foraging-101/
LOCATION:within an hour of minneapolis
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chick of the Woods":MAILTO:chickofthewoodsforaging@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240508T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240508T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
CREATED:20240215T021939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T152444Z
UID:3127-1715187600-1715198400@chickofthewoods.com
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Springtime Foraging 101
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to safely forage for springtime edible plants and mushrooms! You’ll learn how to identify and where to find edible mushrooms and plants\, as well as which ones to avoid. Edible mushrooms covered will include: morel\, oyster\, and pheasant back. Edible plants will include: stinging nettle\, ramps\, and fiddlehead ferns. We will begin with a discussion\, followed by a walk in the woods searching for species mentioned plus any additional edible species we happen to come across. This class will take place outdoors\, and will take place rain or shine\, but will be cancelled for severe weather. The foraging location will be determined and emailed to you two days prior to class due to variation in growing conditions that affect mushroom availability. The location will be within 20 minutes of Shakopee\, and you will be walking on uneven terrain\, so please dress accordingly. Bring a basket or bag\, a pocket knife\, and sun and/or bug protection if you wish to use it. There is no guarantee we will find mushrooms or edible plants\, but you can bring home any mushrooms you find! Handouts will be provided to assist you in future foraging. \n**This class is being offered through Shakopee Community Education. To purchase tickets ($64)\, follow this link.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/springtime-foraging-101/
LOCATION:Shakopee\, MN
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chick of the Woods":MAILTO:chickofthewoodsforaging@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
CREATED:20240305T155623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T170520Z
UID:3212-1714827600-1714840200@chickofthewoods.com
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Morels and More Foraging Adventure
DESCRIPTION:A fun outdoor adventure for the person interested in gaining confidence foraging for their own food.  We will discuss foraging basics\, safety\, tips/tricks\, and answer any questions and wander through the woods looking for mushrooms and edible plants. We hope to find plants like ramps\, fiddlehead ferns\, stinging nettle\, or garlic mustard and mushrooms like oysters\, morels\, or pheasant backs.  Bring home any mushrooms you find! \nDisclaimers:\n*Please note that mushroom growth is subject to various environmental factors\, and their presence during our foraging adventures cannot be guaranteed. We’ll do our best to find good spots\, but our goal isn’t just about gathering. It’s about learning so you can forage on your own. We’ll share the exact location and more details about the day with you at least 24 hours before the event.\n*We will be walking off-trail and on uneven terrain.\n*This is a rain or shine event\, but if conditions are severe\, the hunt will be cancelled and credit can be used towards a future event.\n*The location may require a parking fee.\n*If you have any food restrictions\, please email us to see if we can accommodate before signing up. *Please bring your own beverages.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/morels-and-more-foraging-adventure/
LOCATION:within an hour of minneapolis
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chick of the Woods":MAILTO:chickofthewoodsforaging@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
CREATED:20240421T190257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240421T215403Z
UID:3362-1714309200-1714320000@chickofthewoods.com
SUMMARY:Morels and More Foraging Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Morels are starting to pop and I’m anxious to get out there! Want to come with? This last-minute outdoor foraging adventure will first discuss foraging basics\, safety\, tips/tricks to finding and identifying morels and other edible plant and mushroom species\, and of course we will answer any questions. Then we will wander through the woods looking for and identifying a variety mushrooms and edible plants. We hope to find morels\, but there is no guarantee. However\, even if we don’t find any\, we will talk about how to find and identify them so you will leave feeling confident knowing how hunt for them on your own. We will discuss a variety of edible plants and mushrooms we find along the way. Bring home any mushrooms you find. Plants can not be harvested. No experience necessary. \nAll the Disclaimers…\n*Class may be cancelled if minimum attendance is not met. You will receive a refund in this case.\n*Class is rain or shine\, but may be cancelled in cases of miserable or severe weather. Credit can be used towards a future event in this case.\n*Mushroom growth is subject to various environmental factors\, and their presence during our foraging adventures cannot be guaranteed. We’ll do our best to find good spots\, but our goal isn’t just about gathering. It’s about learning so you can forage confidently on your own.\n*We’ll share the exact location and more details about the day with you at least one day prior the event.\n*We will be walking off-trail and on uneven terrain. It could be very hilly in this area and somewhat strenuous\, depending on where you choose to venture.\n*The location may require a parking fee.\n*Cell phone coverage is not guaranteed in this area.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/morels-and-more-foraging-adventure-2/
LOCATION:within 2 hours south of minneapolis
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chick of the Woods":MAILTO:chickofthewoodsforaging@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240414T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240414T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
CREATED:20240216T170929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240217T184616Z
UID:3162-1713103200-1713114000@chickofthewoods.com
SUMMARY:Morel Mushroom Hunting - Indoor Class
DESCRIPTION:Is this the year you’d like to find your first morel mushroom? Or maybe you’ve found them before\, but would like some pointers on how to find them faster? Although they are not that easy to find\, there are plenty of tips and tricks that will greatly improve your chances of finding them! This class will leave you confident and prepared to find and identify morels right before the season begins with just enough time to start scouting out good spots to hunt. \nThis will be a fun class in a private room at Schram Haus Brewery where you can enjoy a beer\, seltzer\, or non-alcoholic beverage and tasty food while you learn. The class will last about 2.5-3 hours including a short walk outdoors to do some tree identification\, which is important for finding morels. We will cover everything you need to know including where to look\, when to look\, identification\, look-alikes\, foraging basics\, safety\, cooking\, technology\, preservation methods\, tree identification\, and tips and tricks. \nJust to be extra clear\, we are not actually mushroom hunting. We will learning indoors and only going outdoors for tree identification purposes. \nIf you don’t already\, make sure to follow Chick of the Woods on Facebook or Instagram. \n  \n 
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/morel-mushroom-hunting-class-in-chaska-mn/
LOCATION:Schram Haus Brewery\, 3700 Chaska Blvd\, Chaska\, 55318\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chick of the Woods":MAILTO:chickofthewoodsforaging@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
CREATED:20230913T175504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T192030Z
UID:2955-1702720800-1702742400@chickofthewoods.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Forest Fair
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendars for the one-of-a-kind holiday event brought to you by Chick of the Woods. There is nothing quite like this event in the state of Minnesota.  The Holiday Forest fair is an event that will be fun and engaging for anyone with an appreciation for nature. There will be 25 nature-themed vendors\, demonstrations\, workshops\, face painting\, pictures with Santa\, henna tattoos\, and a Mexican Food Truck.  Held on Saturday\, December 16 from 10am-4pm in the beautiful\, warm greenhouses of the The Mustard Seed Garden Center\, located in Chaska\, MN. \nMaybe you would like to get a completely unique gift from one of the 25 local\, small business\, nature-themed vendors. Or maybe you’d like to attend a demonstration to learn how to make candied Black Walnuts from ForagerChef\, cook mushrooms with Borealle\, or preserve wild foods from Olena the Mushroom Lady. Maybe you’d like to learn about wild mushrooms from the MN Mycological Society. You could even decorate your body with a henna tattoo or build a Christmas planter to decorate your house for holiday parties. Bring your kids for pictures with Santa\, face painting with Sweet Cheeks Face Painting\, and the nature-themed coloring station. Don’t forget to fill your tummies with tasty tacos from Tacos La Catrina LLC food truck. They will even have a mushroom taco! \nFollow the Holiday Forest Fair Facebook or Instagram page for the most up-to-date information\, to view items the vendors will have available\, and to see the schedule. \nClick to watch a promo for the Holiday Forest Fair. \nSome of the vendors and items include:\nForager Chef with his Flora cookbook and wild food creations\nMaureen Carlson Studio & Wee Folk Creations Workshop with clay polymer art\nNorthern Foragers with foraged food products\nAmes Farm with natural bee products\nMorels & Memories fundraiser for Alzheimer’s\nBirch bark hats by Jonas\nPottery by Kilnworks by Kolleen Jenne\nForaged tea blends by Following Cairns\nBaked goods by Lori’s Marshmallow Cakery\nMetal work by Matt’s Eye Ketchers\nEarrings made with foraged items by Pioneer Birchworks\nMushroom cookbook and shirts from Untamed Mushrooms\nForest life books from Crooked Lake Tales\nQuilted fabrics from Stem By Seraglyn\nMushroom grow kits from Tavis’s Mushrooms\nMushroom coffee by Elevated Spores LLC\nForest bathing from Natural Awareness Guide\nMushroom calendars by Chick of the Woods. \n  \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n 
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/holiday-forest-fair-2/
LOCATION:Mustard Seed Garden Center\, 10000 Great Plains Blvd\, Chaska\, MN\, 55318\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chick of the Woods":MAILTO:chickofthewoodsforaging@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230826T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230826T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
CREATED:20230730T205652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T151123Z
UID:2778-1693042200-1693058400@chickofthewoods.com
SUMMARY:End of Summer Foraging with Light Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Learn to identify and forage safely for common\, edible summer mushrooms with Chick of the Woods. The class will begin with an educational discussion about mushrooms and foraging followed by a walk in the woods searching for mushrooms. We will end our time together with a light tasting of wild\, summer mushrooms. Feel free to pack a picnic lunch to enjoy while Chick of the Woods cooks up the mushroom tasting\, whether you choose the tasting option or not. \nApproximate Itinerary:\n9:30-10:30 – Educational Talk\n10:30-1:00pm – Woodland Walk\n1:00pm-2:00pm – Light Tasting and (bring your own) picnic lunch \nWe will focus our learning on mushrooms\, but we will also point out other edible plants\, nuts\, trees\, and berries we find along our journey. \nExpect to have a relaxing day walking slowly through the woods and meeting new friends. It will not be difficult walking\, but it will be uneven and we will be walking in the woods for up to 2.5 hours. \nThis is a learning adventure and not a competition\, so we will split any finds evenly with the group. \nExact location and more details will be emailed to attendees at least 24 hours prior to event. \n*Parking fee may apply.\n*We are not allowed to harvest plants\, but we can harvest mushrooms\, nuts\, and berries.\n*This is a rain or shine event\, but if conditions are severe\, the hunt will be cancelled and credit can be used towards a future event.\n*The location may require a parking fee.\n*If you have any food restrictions\, please email us to see if we can accommodate before signing up. The tasting may include gluten and/or dairy\, but will be vegetarian.\n*We will be walking off-trail and on uneven terrain.\n*We are never guaranteed to find mushrooms although we will do our best to find a spot that has some.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/end-of-summer-foraging-with-light-tasting/
LOCATION:Jordan\, MN\, 415 Broadway St S\,\, Jordan\, MN\, 55352\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chick of the Woods":MAILTO:chickofthewoodsforaging@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230529T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230529T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
CREATED:20230406T162103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230416T131701Z
UID:2425-1685367000-1685377800@chickofthewoods.com
SUMMARY:Memorial Day Mushroom Hunt and Light Tasting
DESCRIPTION:The last mushroom hunt of the year with hopes of finding morels! This is a beginner level class learning about and searching for springtime mushrooms\, including but not limited to morel\, oyster\, and pheasant back. We will also learn about tree identification and other edible plants while we are looking for mushrooms. The mushroom hunt will be followed by a light tasting of springtime mushrooms. Feel free to make it a picnic and pack a lunch to eat while the mushrooms are being prepared for you. Bring home any mushrooms we find! \n*We will be walking off trail and over uneven terrain.\n*Event will happen rain or shine. In the event of severe weather\, class will be cancelled and credit can be used for future events.\n*We can never guarantee we will find mushrooms\, but in the rare chance that were to happen\, we can guarantee you will leave more knowledgeable on how to find and identify them on your own.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/memorial_day/
LOCATION:TBD\, but within 1 hour south of Mpls
CATEGORIES:Event,Forays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chick of the Woods":MAILTO:chickofthewoodsforaging@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230527T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230527T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
CREATED:20230504T132800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230526T003112Z
UID:2574-1685192400-1685205000@chickofthewoods.com
SUMMARY:Springtime Wild Mushroom Identification Workshop and Tasting - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:This is a workshop for the beginner mushroom forager interested in gaining confidence identifying common\, springtime mushrooms. \nWe will start the day indoors with a presentation discussing identification of the common\, edible springtime mushrooms\, including oysters\, pheasant backs\, and morels. We will also discuss foraging basics\, safety\, tips/tricks to successful foraging\, and answer any questions. \nAfter the presentation\, we will have a light tasting of springtime mushrooms which includes a brief cooking demo. The mushrooms may be cooked in butter and served with bread and cheese. I’m sorry but there are no substitutions besides removing the bread and/or cheese. \nAfter the presentation and tasting\, we will wander down the trail and into the woods looking for and discussing any mushrooms we see along the way\, which will last approximately 1-1.5 hours.  We will also focus some time on tree identification.  Theodore Wirth Park unfortunately does not allow foraging\, so we can’t pick mushrooms but we can certainly take pictures and memories!  \nThe event is non-refundable and the class will happen rain or shine\, but in cases of severe weather or other unforeseen circumstances\, you will be able to use your credit for a future event.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/springtime-wild-mushroom-identification-workshop-and-tasting/
LOCATION:The Trailhead Building at Theodore Wirth Park\, 1221 Theodore Wirth Pkwy\, Minneapolis\, MN\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class,Event,Forays
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chick of the Woods":MAILTO:chickofthewoodsforaging@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221217T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221217T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T170053
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SUMMARY:Holiday Forest Fair
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy a day in the woodsy\, winter wonderland at the Mustard Seed Garden Center on Saturday\, December 17 from 10am-4pm. The Holiday Forest Fair features incredibly unique products and gift ideas harvested from the forest or for the forest explorer. There will be demos\, workshops\, refreshments\, food\, music\, giveaways\, book signings\, stocking stuffers\, a coloring station\, AND SANTA WILL BE THERE TOO! \nRSVP on the facebook event page to be alerted of updates and see pictures of vendors\, products\, and events.  Free to attend. Easy\, on-site parking. \nITINERARY (more to come):\n10am – 4pm: Forest Vendors\, book signings\, food\, music\, refreshments\, coloring station\, mushroom display table \n10am-12pm & 1pm-2pm: Pictures with Santa ($5/family) \n12am-3pm: Face Paintings \n12pm-1pm: Make a Spruce Gnome Workshop ($80) \n2-2:30pm: Cooking with Dried Mushrooms Demo (Matt’s Mushrooms and More) \n3-3:30pm: How to Make Hickory Nut Milk Demo (Forager Chef) \nSOME ITEMS INCLUDE:\nMushroom Growing Kits\, Dried Mushrooms\, Mushroom Jerky\, Natural Skin Care Products and Soap\, Hand-crafted Jewelry\, Nature-themed Pottery\, Mushroom Calendars\, Gift Certificates\, Books\, Mushroom-Themed Decor\, Wood spirits\, Christmas ornaments\, Mushroom hunting bags and knives\, Nature-themed Nails\, And much more!! \nVendors:\n-Chick of the Woods\n-Forager Chef\n-Pioneer Birchworks\n-Matt’s Mushrooms and More\n-Tiny Town Pottery\n-Chaga Chick\n-Kathy Yerich\n-Matt’s Eye Ketchers\n-Griebnik\n-Celtic Carver\n-Wayne’s World Agates\n-Untamed Mushrooms\n-Ron Spinosa\n-MushroomCoreCo\n-Ames Farm\n-Northern Foragers\n-Crooked Lake Tales\n-Katelybears\n-R&R Cultivation \nContact Chick of the Woods if you are interested in current or future vending opportunities.
URL:https://chickofthewoods.com/event/holiday-forest-fair/
LOCATION:Mustard Seed Garden Center\, 10000 Great Plains Blvd\, Chaska\, MN\, 55318\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chick of the Woods":MAILTO:chickofthewoodsforaging@gmail.com
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