Wild Berry Foraging 101
2024-07-17 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Shakopee, MN
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.
This class is offered through Shakopee Community Education and you can purchase tickets ($39) through this link.

Summer Foraging with Tasting
2024-07-20 09:00 - 13:30 UTC | within an hour of minneapolis
This is an outdoor adventure for the beginner forager interested in becoming confident foraging common summertime mushrooms and edible berries. We will first take about one hour for intros and 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 or edible berries that we find. If we do find mushrooms, we will split them evenly with the group. We will then meet back where we started to wrap up and go over what we found. Foraging and identifications will last approximately two hours.
After we are done foraging, those that have purchased the tasting option will include a brief cooking demo and served a light tasting of mushrooms that are in season. This may include gluten and dairy, but will be vegetarian. If you did not purchase the tasting option, feel free to hang out as long as you wish. Everyone is encouraged to bring a bag lunch to eat in addition to the light tasting.
Approximate Itinerary:
9-10am: Intro and Discussion
10am-12:30pm: Foraging and Identifications
12:30-1:30pm: Cooking and Tasting
The exact location of the event will emailed to attendees at least 24 hours before the event.
The event is non-refundable and the class 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. We are never guaranteed to find mushrooms.

Summertime Mushroom Hunt
2024-07-27 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | TBD, but within 1 hour south of Mpls
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.
Approximate itinerary:
10:00 – Discussion
11:00 – Foraging
12:45 – Review and Questions
1:00 – Farewells
Disclaimers:
*Mushroom and plant growth is subject to various environmental factors, and their presence during our foraging adventures cannot be guaranteed.
*We will be walking off-trail and on uneven terrain.
*The location may require a parking fee or day pass.
*The event in geared towards adults, but if you think your child would enjoy it, they are welcome at the same rate as adults.
*The exact location and more details will be shared with you the day prior to the event, or sooner.
Refund and Cancellation Policy:
*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.
*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.
*Class may be cancelled if minimum attendance is not met. Refunds will be given in this scenario.

Mushroom Hunting in Wisconsin
2024-08-04 13:30 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | 1 hour east of Minneapolis in Wisconsin
Explore a beautiful forest in Wisconsin and learn a lifelong skill of foraging for your own healthy and nutritious food!
Chick 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.
Approximate itinerary:
1:30-2:30 – Discussion
2:30-2:45 – Break
2:45-5:00 – Foraging
5:00-5:30 – Review and Questions
Disclaimers:
*Please note that mushroom and plant growth is subject to various environmental factors, and their presence during our foraging adventures cannot be guaranteed.
*The exact location and more details will be shared with you via email the day prior to the event, or sooner.
*To avoid any sense of competition, foraging finds will be split evenly among the group.
*We will be walking off-trail and on uneven terrain.
*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.
*The location may require a parking fee.
*Class may be cancelled if minimum attendance is not met.
*Kids are welcome at the same rate as adults.
*Parking fee or day pass may be required.

Fun with Fungi - Kids Event
2024-08-14 09:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Shakopee, MN
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.
This class is offered through Shakopee Community Education and you can purchase tickets ($36) through this link.

Summertime Mushroom Hunt
2024-08-17 09:30 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | TBD, but within 1 hour south of Mpls
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.
Approximate itinerary:
9:30 – Discussion
10:30 – Break
10:45 – Foraging
12:30 – Review and Questions
1:00 – Farewells
Disclaimers:
*Mushroom and plant growth is subject to various environmental factors, and their presence during our foraging adventures cannot be guaranteed.
*We will be walking off-trail and on uneven terrain.
*The location may require a parking fee or day pass.
*The event in geared towards adults, but if you think your child would enjoy it, they are welcome at the same rate as adults.
*The exact location and more details will be shared with you the day prior to the event, or sooner.
Refund and Cancellation Policy:
*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.
*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.
*Class may be cancelled if minimum attendance is not met. Refunds will be given in this scenario.

Forage-To-Table Experience
2024-08-25 12:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Lake Osceola Retreat Center, 558 240th St,, Osceola, WI, 54020, United States
OVERVIEW
Join 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.
After 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.

When 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.
The 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.
No experience necessary.
ITINERARY
12:00-12:30… Arrivals and Introductions
12:30-2:00… Lunch and Learn
2:00-4:00… Forage
4:00-6:00… Prepare Dinner and Beverages
6:00-7:00… Dinner and Wild Mushroom Preservation Discussion
MEET THE INSTRUCTORS

Jess 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.

Jaime (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.
REGISTRATION
Only 12 spots available. Registration ends Wednesday, August 21 at noon.
DISCLAIMERS
*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.
*We will be walking off-trail and on uneven terrain.
*The event in geared towards adults, but if you think your child would enjoy it, they are welcome at the same rate as adults.
Refund and Cancellation Policy:
*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.
*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.
*Class may be cancelled if minimum attendance is not met. Refunds will be given in this scenario.

Fall Mushroom Hunting
2024-09-07 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | TBD, but within 1 hour south of Mpls
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.
Approximate Itinerary:
1-2pm: Intro and Discussion
2-3:45pm: Foraging
3:45-4pm: Review mushrooms
The exact location of the event will be emailed to attendees at least 24 hours before the event.
The 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.

Foraging at Big Rock Creek
2024-09-14 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Big Rock Creek, 1674 WI-87, St. Croix Falls, WI, 54024, United States
Explore the beautiful forest at Big Rock Creek and learn a lifelong skill of foraging for your own food!
Chick of the Woods is back to help you gain confidence foraging for 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 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.
Approximate Itinerary:1:00-2:00 – Discussion2:00-2:15 Break2:15-4:15 – Foraging4:15-5:00 – Review and Questions
Tickets are $85 and can be purchased on Big Rock Creek’s website.
Disclaimers:
*Mushroom and plant growth is subject to various environmental factors, and their presence during our foraging adventures cannot be guaranteed.
*We will be walking off-trail and on uneven terrain.
*The event is geared towards adults, but if you think your child would enjoy it, they are welcome at the same rate as adults.
*The exact meeting location and more details will be shared with you the day prior to the event, or sooner.
Refund and Cancellation Policy:
*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.
*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.
*Class may be cancelled if minimum attendance is not met. Refunds will be given in this scenario.

Fall Foraging with Optional Tasting
2024-09-15 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | TBD, but within 1 hour south of Mpls
This is an outdoor adventure for those interested in becoming confident foraging common fall mushrooms and other wild edibles. We will first take about one hour for intros and 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 or edible plants that we find. If we do find mushrooms, we will split them evenly with the group. We will then meet back where we started to wrap up and go over what we found.
After we are done foraging, those that have purchased the tasting option will include a brief cooking demo and be served a light tasting of seasonal mushrooms. This may include gluten and dairy, but will be vegetarian. Feel free to bring a bag dinner to eat in addition to the light tasting.
Approximate Itinerary:
1-2pm: Intro and Discussion
2-4pm: Foraging and Identifications
4-5pm: Cooking and Tasting
The exact location of the event will be emailed to attendees at least 24 hours before the event.
The 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.

Fall Foray and Apps with Forager Chef
2024-09-28 13:00 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | TBD, but within 1 hour south of Mpls
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.
Approximate Itinerary:
1:00-1:30… Welcome and brief discussion
1:30-3:15… Mushroom Hunt
3:15-3:45… Mushroom Review and Identifications
3:45-5:30… Appetizers and Social Hour

Disclaimers:
*Mushroom and plant growth is subject to various environmental factors, and their presence during our foraging adventures cannot be guaranteed.
*We will be walking off-trail and on uneven terrain.
*The location may require a parking fee or day pass.
*The event in geared towards adults, but if you think your child would enjoy it, they are welcome at the same rate as adults.
*The exact location and more details will be shared with you the day prior to the event, or sooner.
*The mushroom hunt will focus on finding and identifying common, edible mushrooms – we do not know all the names of the lesser known mushrooms.
Refund and Cancellation Policy:
*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.
*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.
*Class may be cancelled if minimum attendance is not met. Refunds will be given in this scenario.
For Events Involving Food:
*If you have any food restrictions, please email us to see if we can accommodate before signing up.
*Please bring your own beverages.

Fall Mushroom Hunting
2024-10-06 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | TBD, but within 1 hour south of Mpls
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.
Approximate Itinerary:
1-2pm: Intro and Discussion
2-3:45pm: Foraging
3:45-4pm: Review mushrooms
The exact location of the event will be emailed to attendees at least 24 hours before the event.
Disclaimers:
*Mushroom and plant growth is subject to various environmental factors, and their presence during our foraging adventures cannot be guaranteed.
*We will be walking off-trail and on uneven terrain.
*The location may require a parking fee or day pass.
*The event in geared towards adults, but if you think your child would enjoy it, they are welcome at the same rate as adults.
*The exact location and more details will be shared with you the day prior to the event, or sooner.
Refund and Cancellation Policy:
*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.
*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.
*Class may be cancelled if minimum attendance is not met. Refunds will be given in this scenario.

Late Fall Mushroom Hunting
2024-10-20 14:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | 1 hour east or northeast of Mpls
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.
The exact location of the event will be emailed to attendees at least 24 hours before the event.
Disclaimers:
*Mushroom and plant growth is subject to various environmental factors, and their presence during our foraging adventures cannot be guaranteed.
*We will be walking off-trail and on uneven terrain.
*The location may require a parking fee or day pass.
*The event in geared towards adults, but if you think your child would enjoy it, they are welcome at the same rate as adults.
*The exact location and more details will be shared with you the day prior to the event, or sooner.
Refund and Cancellation Policy:
*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.
*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.
*Class may be cancelled if minimum attendance is not met. Refunds will be given in this scenario.

Holiday Forest Fair
2024-12-14 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Mustard Seed Garden Center, 10000 Great Plains Blvd, Chaska, MN, 55318, United States
The 3rd Annual Holiday Forest Fair, hosted by Chick of the Woods, will take place on December 14 from 10 AM to 4 PM 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 on any important changes to the event.

With over 35 nature-themed vendors, attendees can browse and shop for unique gifts and treasures. The event will also feature expert demonstrations from eight nature enthusiasts, including special guests ForagerChef and Sam Thayer, who will share their knowledge and passion for the outdoors. Visitors can enjoy interactive activities for all ages, delicious food and beverages, and festive photo opportunities with Santa and the Morel Man. Visit the Holiday Forest Fair Instagram Page or Facebook Event to see samples of the unique items vendors will be bringing and more information on demonstrations and events.
Activities:
35+ Nature-themed Vendors, Demonstrations, Henna Tattoos, Make Your Own Necklace, Coloring Station, Food, Beverages, and Pictures with Santa and the Morel Man

Tentative Demonstration Schedule (RSVP below for important time changes and updates):
10:15 – Salves and Tinctures – Small Town Fungi
11:00 – Harvest Your Own Hot Tottie – Earth Meets Body
11:45 – Pass the Mushrooms, Please cooking demo – Borealle
12:30 – Dry Soup Mixes with Foraged Fungi – Olena the Mushroom Lady
1:15 – Black Walnut Demo – Black Walnut Daddy
2:00 – Hickory Nuts: Facts and Uses – Sam Thayer
2:45 – Mushroom Identification – MN Mycological Society
3:30 – Making Black Walnut Ice Cream – Forager Chef

Vendors:
Sam Thayer – Author of Forager’s Harvest
Forager Chef – Author of The Forager Chef’s Book of Flora
Michael Karns – Author of Untamed Mushrooms and founder of Found Foods
Chick of the Woods – Foraging Classes, Mushroom Calendars
Elevated Spores – Mushroom Coffee
Shark Shredder – Artist and Henna
Gnarled by Nature – Minneapolis Lapidary Artist and Author of the book, The Underworld Prophecies
Morels and Memories – Morel Mushroom Hunt and Fundraiser for Alzheimer’s Disease
Black Walnut Daddy – Author of Nuts about Black Walnuts
Following Cairns – foraged tea blends, tinctures, salves
Matt’s Eye Ketchers – Metal Art Work
Matt’s Mushrooms and More – Foraged Foods
Pioneer Birchworks – Foraged and Nature-themed Jewelry
Glass Turtle Crochet – Whimsical and Mushroom Themed crocheted items
Lesbian Forager – Foraging Classes, Dried Plant and Fungi Earrings, Stickers and more
Rustic Hills Garden Co – Edible Landscaping
The Dabbler – Natural dyes, watercolors, and other foraged goodies
Earth Meets Body – Small batch herbal products
Kitschy Witchery – Oils and items using cedar berries
Small Town Fungi – mushroom items
K-Naturals – tallow products, skin care, salves, soap, herbs, teas, tinctures, greeting cards
MN Mycological Society – educational organization for the study of mushrooms
Waynes World Agates – agate art, jewelry, and more
Kately Bears – mushroom fairies artist
Cast n Camo – hunting and fishing podcast
Stephen Geffre – artist
Kilnworks by Kolleen – Pottery
Griebnik Mushroom Bags – mushroom bags
Sporesart – Mushroom spore art
Sovin – earthly dark clothing and jewelry
Tavis Mushrooms – Grow at Home Mushroom kits and more
Andersen Horticultural Library – Cool, old books about mushrooms and similar
Megan Kampa Art
Salt and Light Wellness – medicinal mushrooms and botanical wellness items
Oh Beehave – honey products, balms
Boreal Knives – hand-forged foraging knives
STEM by Seraglyn – quilted fabrics, totes, scarves, etc.
Heather Coleman – reclaimed barnwood gifts
Bonsai Acres – Bonsai trees
Infinity Crowns – crystals
Ames Farm – honey and related products
AND MORE!!

Please contact Chick of the Woods if you or someone you know would be interested in vending or conducting a demonstration. *Must be nature-themed.*

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Spring Foraging Basics: Plants & Mushrooms Online Class
2025-04-09 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | online
Kickstart your foraging journey with Chick of the Woods! Be prepared for spring foraging by learning to identify 3 spring mushrooms (morels, oysters, pheasant backs) and 3 wild edible plants (ramps, nettles, fiddleheads) commonly found during spring. We’ll cover essential topics like safety, look-alikes, and foraging basics to help you forage confidently on your own.
Each participant in your household needs their own ticket. Can’t make it live? All ticket holders will receive a one-week replay link and an electronic copy of the slides.
A link to join the virtual class will be sent by 4 PM on the event day.

Morel Mushroom Hunting Tips and Tricks - Online Class
2025-04-10 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago)
For the complete beginner or advanced morel mushroom hunter, you are sure to learn something to greatly improve your chances of finding morels in the Midwest. This in-depth online class will cover everything you need to know including where to look, when to look, identification, look-alikes, foraging basics, safety, cooking, preservation methods, tree identification, apps, websites, and tips and tricks to help you find morels. We will focus on common (yellows, blondes, Morchella americana) morels and touch on half-free and black morels.
If more than one person will be watching in your household, please purchase one ticket per person. If you are not able to attend at the scheduled time, all ticket holders will be provided a link to view the presentation for one week after the class.
A link for the virtual class will be emailed to attendees by 4pm on the day of the event.

Springtime Foraging Adventure
2025-04-26 13:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Big Rock Creek, 1674 WI-87, St. Croix Falls, WI, 54024, United States
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 all about foraging safely for common, edible mushrooms and plants.
What to Expect

Interactive 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.
Forest Exploration: Wander through the 1000 acres of woods at Big Rock Creek as we search for and harvest edible plants and mushrooms. While mushroom and plant growth varies with the environment, we can never guarantee what or how much variety will be found – although we will be hunting in an area that has been known to produce mushrooms and edible plants. The real reward is the knowledge you’ll gain to forage confidently on your own. We will also be identifying important trees along the way.
Potential Finds: Depending on the spring weather, this could be slightly early for mushrooms. However, we expect to find plants to harvest, which could include ramps, fiddleheads, watercress, nettle and more. We will hope for mushrooms like oysters, morels, pheasant back and more! It is exciting that we will be able to harvest edible plants since we are on private property! Most public land does not allow harvesting of plants.
Community and Sharing: Bring home any mushrooms or plants we find! If we find enough, we’ll divide them evenly to ensure everyone leaves with a treat.
Gear Up: Browse foraging essentials like mushroom knives, books, and other tools available for purchase.

Approximate Itinerary
1:00-2:00 – Educational Presentation
2:00-2:30 – Break & Gear Shopping
2:30-4:00 – Foraging Adventure
4:00-4:30 – Group Review & Q&A

Important Details

Who 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.
Location: Big Rock Creek, 1674 State Highway 87 St. Croix Falls, WI 54024. Meet at the big barn.
A day pass is required for anyone that is not already camping at Big Rock Creek. These can be purchased ahead of time here.
What 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.
What to wear: Sturdy, close-toed footwear and long pants are recommended. If the conditions have been wet, consider waterproof footwear.

Refund & Cancellation Policy

Cancel 72+ hours before the event for credit toward a future class.
Cancellations within 72 hours are not eligible for credit.
Severe weather cancellations will result in a credit for future use.
A minimum number of attendees is required; refunds will be issued if the class is canceled due to low enrollment.

This is a rain or shine event—get ready for an unforgettable day in the great outdoors.

Reserve your spot today and join us for this exciting foraging adventure!

Tree Identification Class
2025-04-27 14:00 - 15:45 (America/Chicago) | within 25 minutes west or SW of Mpls
Have you ever wanted to improve your ability to identify native trees? Tree identification is not only a valuable skill for nature enthusiasts but can also significantly enhance your ability to find mushrooms—a favorite reason for many of us! In this class, Chick of the Woods will guide you through several methods of tree identification, going beyond just looking at leaves.
This course combines online and in-person learning for a comprehensive experience. A few days before the in-person session, you’ll receive an exclusive video prepared by Chick of the Woods. The video covers the basics of tree identification and includes tips for identifying five key trees known to host great mushrooms: oak, elm, box elder, cottonwood, and ash. You can watch the video at your own pace, giving you a solid foundation before we meet in person.
The in-person session will be a relaxed walk through the woods, within 25 minutes west or southwest of Minneapolis (exact location to be announced). This easy, slow-paced walk will stay on trails as we observe and discuss tree identification in real-time. The walk will last approximately 1.5–2 hours.
This event will be held rain or shine, with adjustments for severe weather. If cancellation is necessary, credits will be provided for a future event.
Join us for this unique opportunity to connect with nature and sharpen your tree identification skills with Chick of the Woods!

Springtime Foraging
2025-05-03 13:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | within 40 minutes SW of Minneapolis, MN
Join us for a hands-on outdoor experience that will 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 all about foraging safely for common, edible mushrooms and plants.
What to Expect

Interactive 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.
Forest Exploration: Wander through the woods as we search for and harvest edible mushrooms we find. While mushroom growth varies with the environment, we can never guarantee what or how much variety will be found – although we will be hunting in an area that has been known to produce mushrooms. The real reward is the knowledge you’ll gain to forage confidently on your own. We will also be identifying important trees and edible plants along the way. Please note we will not be harvesting any plants. Potential spring finds include oysters, morels, ramps, nettle, fiddleheads, and more.
Community and Sharing: Bring home any mushrooms we find! If we harvest enough mushrooms, we’ll divide them evenly to ensure everyone leaves with a treat.
Gear Up: Browse foraging essentials like mushroom knives, books, and other tools available for purchase.

Approximate Itinerary
1:00-2:00 – Educational Presentation
2:00-2:30 – Break & Gear Shopping
2:30-4:00 – Foraging Adventure
4:00-4:30 – Group Review & Q&A

Important Details

Who 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.
Location: Sometimes the location is chosen ahead of time and included in the class description, and sometimes the location is broad (i.e., “within an hour of Minneapolis”) and chosen a day or two before class based on environmental conditions. Exact details will be emailed one day prior to the event. Please note that a parking fee or day pass may be required.
What 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.
What to wear: Sturdy, close-toed footwear and long pants are recommended. If the conditions have been wet, consider waterproof boots.

Refund & Cancellation Policy

Cancel 72+ hours before the event for a credit toward a future class.
Cancellations within 72 hours are not eligible for credit.
Severe weather cancellations will result in a credit for future use.
A minimum number of attendees is required; refunds will be issued if the class is canceled due to low enrollment.

This is a rain or shine event—get ready for an unforgettable day in the great outdoors.

Reserve your spot today and join us for this exciting foraging adventure!

Foraging 101 with Wild Mushroom Pizza & Truffle Tots
2025-05-06 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Pickled Pig Pub, 205 Broadway Street S, Jordan, MN, 55352, United States
Join us for a casual evening learning about edible springtime mushrooms and plants while we snack on wild mushroom* pizza and truffle tots!
This is a beginner-friendly class and will include common and easily identifiable mushrooms and plants you can forage during springtime. Fresh specimens will be on hand for show and tell.
We will be meeting in a private room at the Pickled Pig Pub in Jordan, MN. Wild mushroom pizza and truffle tots are included, but drinks are on your own. However, 2 for 1 drinks are available until 6:30!
*If you don’t like mushrooms, message us what kind of pizza you would like instead so we can order that as well.

Springtime Foraging
2025-05-10 10:00 - 13:15 (America/Chicago) | within an hour of minneapolis
Join us for a hands-on outdoor experience that will 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 all about foraging safely for common, edible mushrooms and plants.
What to Expect

Interactive Education: This is an educational event with the possibility of bringing home some mushrooms. While we would love for everyone to find some – learning, building confidence, and safety is our top priority. We will begin the day 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.
Forest Exploration: Wander through the woods discussing mushrooms and plants we find. We will be off trail, on uneven terrain, and possibly going up and down hills (while traveling at a snails pace). We will be able to harvest edible mushrooms, but we may not be able to harvest plants (depending on the location). Potential finds during May include oysters, morels, pheasant backs, ramps, nettle, fiddleheads, and much more.
Community and Sharing: If we harvest enough mushrooms, we’ll divide them evenly to ensure everyone leaves with a treat.
Gear Up: Foraging essentials like mushroom knives, books, and other tools may be available for purchase. If you are counting on purchasing something, please message us ahead of time to make sure we have what you are looking for.

Approximate Itinerary
10:00-11:00 – Educational Presentation
11:00-11:30 – Break & Gear Shopping
11:30-1:00 – Foraging Adventure
1:00-1:15 – Group Review & Q&A

Important Details

Nature is unpredictable: Plant and mushroom growth varies with the environment – we can never guarantee what or how much variety will be found. Weather may not be ideal. There will be bugs – they might be cute or they might be annoying. We recommend spraying your clothes with Permethrin to deter ticks (especially in spring).
Who 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.
Location: Sometimes the location is chosen ahead of time and sometimes the location is broad (i.e., “within an hour of Minneapolis”) and chosen closer to the event based on environmental conditions. Exact details will be emailed at least one day prior to the event. Please note that a parking fee or day pass may be required.
What to Bring: Here is a list of some items to consider bringing along. Items such as mushroom knives, bags, and books may be available for purchase.
What to wear: Sturdy, close-toed footwear and long pants are recommended. If the conditions have been wet, consider waterproof boots.

Refund & Cancellation Policy

Cancel 72+ hours before the event for a credit toward a future class.
Cancellations within 72 hours are not eligible for credit.
Severe weather cancellations will result in a credit for future use.
A minimum number of attendees is required; refunds will be issued if the class is canceled due to low enrollment.

This is a rain or shine event—get ready for an unforgettable day in the great outdoors.

Reserve your spot today and join us for this exciting foraging adventure!

Springtime Wild Mushroom Hunt and Tasting
2025-05-18 13:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | TBD, but within 1 hour south of Mpls
Join Chick of the Woods for a Fungi Adventure!
Dive into the fascinating world of mushroom foraging with this hands-on class designed to boost your confidence and skills. We’ll begin with an interactive discussion covering the basics of foraging, safety guidelines, helpful tips, and tricks. Fresh, seasonal mushrooms will be on hand for you to see, touch, and learn how to identify key varieties before heading out on our adventure.
After the introduction, we’ll wander into the woods to search for mushrooms and edible plants. While we can’t guarantee a bounty, this is an educational experience focused on teaching you how to spot and identify delicious spring mushrooms like morels, oysters, velvet foot, pheasant backs, and more. We’ll visit a location known for past mushroom finds, giving you the tools to hunt confidently on your own in the future.
Once our foraging is complete, we’ll gather to review our finds. Chick of the Woods will demonstrate a simple cooking technique using the mushrooms we collect, and everyone will enjoy a light tasting. If you have any dietary restrictions, please contact us to inquire before signing up. Any leftover mushrooms will be shared among attendees to take home!
This class is perfect for beginners and seasoned foragers looking to sharpen their skills.
Highlights of the Class:

Learn foraging basics, safety tips, and mushroom identification.
Explore the woods in search of seasonal mushrooms and edible plants.
Enjoy a live cooking demonstration and tasting session.
Take home a share of any mushrooms found.

Note: While we’ll explore a location where morels and other spring mushrooms are often found, we cannot guarantee specific finds. This is a learning experience designed to prepare you for successful foraging in the future.
Important Information:

Mushroom growth depends on environmental conditions, so while we’ll do our best to visit promising spots, there’s no guarantee of finding mushrooms. The focus of this experience is education—equipping you with the knowledge to forage confidently on your own.
Details about the location and event will be shared with participants at least 24 hours before the class.
Be prepared to walk off-trail and navigate uneven terrain.
This is a rain-or-shine event. However, in the case of severe weather, the event will be canceled, and you’ll receive a credit to use for a future class.
A minimum number of attendees is required for the class. If it is canceled due to low enrollment, a full refund will be provided.
Some locations may require a parking fee.
Attendees will receive detailed information about what to expect, what to bring, and other logistics at least one day prior to the event.

Memorial Day Mushroom Hunt and Tasting
2025-05-26 13:00 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | Big Rock Creek, 1674 WI-87, St. Croix Falls, WI, 54024, United States
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 all about foraging safely for common, edible mushrooms.
What to Expect

Interactive 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.
Forest Exploration: Wander through the 1000 acres of woods at Big Rock Creek as we search for and harvest edible wild mushrooms. While mushroom growth varies with the environment, we can never guarantee what or how much variety will be found – although we will be hunting in an area that has been known to produce mushrooms. The real reward is the knowledge you’ll gain to forage confidently on your own. We will also be identifying important trees along the way.
Potential Finds: Spring mushrooms like oysters, morels, pheasant back, velvet foot, and more! While we will focus our hunt on mushrooms, we will also be able to harvest edible plants since we are on private property! Most public land does not allow harvesting of plants.
Taste 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 we can accommodate.
Community and Sharing: Bring home any mushrooms or plants we find! If we find enough, we’ll divide them evenly to ensure everyone leaves with a treat.
Gear Up: Browse foraging essentials like mushroom knives, books, and other tools available for purchase.

Approximate Itinerary
1:00-2:00 – Educational Presentation
2:00-2:30 – Break & Gear Shopping
2:30-4:00 – Foraging Adventure
4:00-5:00 – Wild Mushroom Tasting
5:00-5:30 – Review & Q&A

Important Details

Who 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.
Location: Big Rock Creek, 1674 State Highway 87 St. Croix Falls, WI 54024. Meet at the big barn.
A day pass is required for anyone that is not already camping at Big Rock Creek. These can be purchased ahead of time here.
What 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.
What to wear: Sturdy, close-toed footwear and long pants are recommended. If the conditions have been wet, consider waterproof footwear.

Refund & Cancellation Policy

Cancel 72+ hours before the event for credit toward a future class.
Cancellations within 72 hours are not eligible for credit.
Severe weather cancellations will result in a credit for future use.
A minimum number of attendees is required; refunds will be issued if the class is canceled due to low enrollment.

This is a rain or shine event—get ready for an unforgettable day in the great outdoors.

Reserve your spot today and join us for this exciting foraging adventure!

Private Class
2025-06-11 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago)
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. Some of our most popular class topics include springtime mushrooms, summer mushrooms, fall mushrooms, tree identification, and edible plants and berries—with the option to combine plants, berries, trees, and/or mushrooms into one session. We can teach online or indoors any time of year – or teach outdoors April through November. Whenever possible, we will bring fresh, in-season samples.
Each class covers the basics of safe and ethical foraging, how to properly identify wild species, and how to locate them in their natural habitats. We tailor the content to the season and the interests of your group, making it a flexible and engaging learning experience. Pricing starts at $200 for up to a 1-hour class. Please message us at in**@*************ds.com to schedule a call and discuss what kind of class would be the best fit for your group.

CHICKS ONLY!! Mushroom Hunt and Wild Mushroom Lunch
2025-07-19 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | TBD, but within 1 hour west or northwest of Mpls
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 also discuss tree identification, plants, and berries we come across while we are in the woods. A delicious picnic lunch with wild mushrooms will provided.
Jodi preparing lunch at the Chicks Only hunt in 2023
Approximate Itinerary:
11:00-12:00 Educational Bit
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00-3:00 Mushroom Hunt
3:00-??? Review Mushrooms and Social Hour
2023 Chicks Only Lunch – Mushroom Sushi
*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.
*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.
*The location may require a parking fee.
*If you have any food restrictions, please email us to see if we can accommodate before signing up.
*Please bring your own beverages.
*We will be walking off-trail on uneven terrain.
*We are never guaranteed to find mushrooms, but I guarantee you will learn how to find them.

Summer Foraging and Tasting
2025-07-26 13:00 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | Big Rock Creek, 1674 WI-87, St. Croix Falls, WI, 54024, United States
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 all about foraging safely for common, edible mushrooms.
What to Expect

Interactive 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.
Forest Exploration: Wander through the 1000 acres of woods at Big Rock Creek as we search for and harvest edible wild mushrooms and plants. While mushroom and plant growth varies with the environment, we can never guarantee what or how much variety will be found – although we will be hunting in an area that has been known to produce mushrooms. The real reward is the knowledge you’ll gain to forage confidently on your own. We will also be identifying important trees along the way.
Potential Finds: We never know what we will find, but it’s the season for mushrooms like chanterelles, boletes, chicken of the woods, and more! While we will focus our hunt on mushrooms, we will also be able to harvest edible plants or berries since we are on private property! Most public land does not allow harvesting of plants.
Taste 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 we can accommodate.
Community 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.
Gear Up: Browse foraging essentials like mushroom knives, books, and other tools available for purchase.

Approximate Itinerary
1:00-2:00 – Educational Presentation
2:00-2:30 – Break & Gear Shopping
2:30-4:00 – Foraging Adventure
4:00-5:00 – Wild Mushroom Tasting
5:00-5:30 – Review & Q&A

Important Details

Who 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.
Location: Big Rock Creek, 1674 State Highway 87 St. Croix Falls, WI 54024. Meet at the big barn.
A 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.
What 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.
What to wear: Sturdy, close-toed footwear and long pants are recommended. If the conditions have been wet, consider waterproof footwear.

Refund & Cancellation Policy

Cancel 72+ hours before the event for credit toward a future class.
Cancellations within 72 hours are not eligible for credit.
Severe weather cancellations will result in a credit for future use.
A minimum number of attendees is required; refunds will be issued if the class is canceled due to low enrollment.

This is a rain or shine event—get ready for an unforgettable day in the great outdoors.

Reserve your spot today and join us for this exciting foraging adventure!

Family Foraging
2025-08-03 14:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | 45 minutes north of Minneapolis
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, and if they are safe? With just a little proper education, mushrooms are NOT something to be afraid of and Chick of the Woods will be sure to address any concerns you may have.
What will the day look like?
Before embarking on the mushroom hunt, we will learn about safety, mushroom features, a few of the common edible mushrooms we might run into, as well as some of the poisonous ones to steer clear of. We will head out into the woods looking for and collecting mushrooms while filling out a scavenger hunt list. We will discuss mushrooms as we find them, and then again at the end of our foraging adventure. The purpose of this adventure is to get familiar with observing different features of fungi – this is not an edible mushroom hunt even though you are welcome to keep any edible mushrooms we find. After our hunt, kids will partake in a mushroom art project.
Where will we go mushroom hunting?
The exact location and more details of the event will be emailed to attendees at least 24 hours before the event, but it will be held approximately 45 – 60 minutes North or Northwest of Minneapolis.
What will you need?
Bring a basket or cloth bag to put mushrooms in. An Easter basket works great! A knife is also required for cutting the mushrooms, but of course the adult can operate the knife if the child is not comfortable with a knife. Wear clothes suitable for walking through the woods (long pants and close-toed shoes). A more thorough list of suggested items and details will be emailed to you closer to the day of the event.
Disclaimers:
-The event will happen rain or shine. In cases of severe weather or other unforeseen circumstances, the class will be canceled and you can use your credit for a future event with Chick of the Woods. Refunds are not available.
-We always hope to find mushrooms, but it is never guaranteed. We will go somewhere mushrooms have been found in the past, however, weather plays a huge role in the abundance and diversity we will find.

Summertime Mushroom Hunt
2025-08-16 14:00 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | TBD, but within 1 hour west or northwest of Mpls
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 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.
Approximate itinerary:
2:00-3:00 – Educational Foraging Discussion
3:00-3:30 – Break and Gear-Up
3:30-5:00 – Foraging
5:00-5:30 – Review and Questions
5:30 till ?? Optional and on your own – Pack a picnic dinner and stay as long as you like socializing with your new nerdy nature friends!
We 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.
Disclaimers:
*Mushroom and plant growth is subject to various environmental factors, and their presence during our foraging adventures cannot be guaranteed.
*We will be walking off-trail and on uneven terrain.
*The location may require a parking fee or day pass.
*The event in geared towards adults, but if you think your child would enjoy it, they are welcome at the same rate as adults.
*The exact location and more details will be shared with you the day prior to the event, or sooner.
Refund and Cancellation Policy:
*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.
*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.
*Class may be cancelled if minimum attendance is not met. Refunds will be given in this scenario.

Foraging Event for Kids
2025-08-20 09:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | TBD, but within 1 hour south of Mpls
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, and if they are safe? With just a little proper education, mushrooms are NOT something to be afraid of and Chick of the Woods will be sure to address any concerns you may have.
What will the day look like?
Before embarking on the mushroom hunt, we will learn about safety, mushroom features, a few of the common edible mushrooms we might run into, as well as some of the poisonous ones to steer clear of. We will head out into the woods looking for and collecting mushrooms while filling out a scavenger hunt list. We will discuss mushrooms as we find them, and then again at the end of our foraging adventure. After our hunt, kids will partake in a mushroom art project.
Where will we go mushroom hunting?
Conditions for mushrooms are dependent on several factors so the exact location and more details of the event will be emailed to attendees at least 24 hours before the event, but it will be held within 1 hour of Minneapolis.
What will you need?
Bring a basket or cloth bag to put mushrooms in. An Easter basket works great! A knife is also required for cutting the mushrooms, but of course the adult can operate the knife if the child is not comfortable with a knife. Wear clothes suitable for walking through the woods (long pants and close-toed shoes). A more thorough list of suggested items and details will be emailed to you closer to the day of the event.
Disclaimers:
-The event will happen rain or shine. In cases of severe weather or other unforeseen circumstances, the class will be canceled and you can use your credit for a future event with Chick of the Woods. Refunds are not available.
-We always hope to find lots of mushrooms and plants, but it is never guaranteed. However, we do guarantee you will learn and increase your confidence foraging.

Private Hunt
2025-08-23 12:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
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 your own land and want to learn what’s edible right in your backyard, or you’re looking to gather a group of curious friends for an off-site foraging outing. We’ve hosted private hunts for a wide range of groups, including corporate outings for companies like Best Buy, schools such as Hennepin Technical College, homeschool kids, senior groups, bachelorette parties, and family get-togethers.
You can choose the location, or we’re happy to suggest one. After the forage, we can prepare a wild mushroom tasting using what we find, or bring along a curated selection of mushrooms to cook on-site. You’ll also get to take home everything we gather.
Pricing starts at $300 for a 3-hour session, and you can use the custom spreadsheet we created (best viewed on a computer) to estimate the cost of your own personalized adventure. Message us at in**@*************ds.com to schedule a phone call and chat about your land, your goals, and what kind of foraging experience you’re looking for.
