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Our spring foraging lesson was one of the most popular adventures we organized this year. Now, it's mushroom season and we'll be building on that knowledge, throwing some fabulous fungi into the mix!
The fall is a time of wild bounty for mushrooms, nuts, and roots. When treated respectfully, they can provide an abundant and free source of both food and medicine. But to do so safely and sustainably requires gaining a deeper knowledge of our non-human neighbours, the important roles they play and a commitment to helping wild populations heal and thrive.
Join experienced forager, wildcrafter, and educator Bryan Dowkes for an introduction to sustainable foraging practices in Ontario with a focus on what can be found during the fall season.
Learn:
We're visiting a secret location about an hour from the city for a very leisurely walk with just a few moderately steep sections. We'll stop often along the way to meet and get to know dozens of plants (and hopefully a few mushrooms). After the walk we'll gather for a wild tasting and sample a few wild treats gathered as we walk or prepared by Bryan in advance.
Be sure to bring a pack lunch, water, snacks and comfortable, weather appropriate attire. This event will take place rain or shine unless weather conditions are unsafe in which case you will be notified the day before and a refund will be offered. Also be aware that we may occasionally go off trail or pass through wet and muddy sections so closed toe boots, long pants and bug spray are strongly recommended.
Feel free to bring:
Bio:
Bryan Dowkes is an Ontario-based forager and naturalist with a love for the outdoors. He has more than 15 years of experience foraging, cooking and crafting with wild plants and mushrooms and enjoys introducing people to our non-human neighbours. Bryan has led walks and workshops across Ontario for people of all ages and interest levels, including public groups, private walks, school groups, and more. When he's not out in the field or forest he's usually in his garden or food forest helping tend a wide range of wild and cultivated species.
Our spring foraging lesson was one of the most popular adventures we organized this year. Now, it's mushroom season and we'll be building on that knowledge, throwing some fabulous fungi into the mix!
The fall is a time of wild bounty for mushrooms, nuts, and roots. When treated respectfully, they can provide an abundant and free source of both food and medicine. But to do so safely and sustainably requires gaining a deeper knowledge of our non-human neighbours, the important roles they play and a commitment to helping wild populations heal and thrive.
Join experienced forager, wildcrafter, and educator Bryan Dowkes for an introduction to sustainable foraging practices in Ontario with a focus on what can be found during the fall season.
Learn:
We're visiting a secret location about an hour from the city for a very leisurely walk with just a few moderately steep sections. We'll stop often along the way to meet and get to know dozens of plants (and hopefully a few mushrooms). After the walk we'll gather for a wild tasting and sample a few wild treats gathered as we walk or prepared by Bryan in advance.
Be sure to bring a pack lunch, water, snacks and comfortable, weather appropriate attire. This event will take place rain or shine unless weather conditions are unsafe in which case you will be notified the day before and a refund will be offered. Also be aware that we may occasionally go off trail or pass through wet and muddy sections so closed toe boots, long pants and bug spray are strongly recommended.
Feel free to bring:
Bio:
Bryan Dowkes is an Ontario-based forager and naturalist with a love for the outdoors. He has more than 15 years of experience foraging, cooking and crafting with wild plants and mushrooms and enjoys introducing people to our non-human neighbours. Bryan has led walks and workshops across Ontario for people of all ages and interest levels, including public groups, private walks, school groups, and more. When he's not out in the field or forest he's usually in his garden or food forest helping tend a wide range of wild and cultivated species.
Trip Expense:
Friends: $95+HST (Add $40 for transport)
Explorers: $45+HST (Add $40 for transport)
Pathfinders: $45+HST
08:00 - Van leaves from Keele station
09:00 - 12:30 - Hike and Forage
12:30 - 13:30 - Taste test of foraged items (you'll need to also bring a packed lunch)
15:00 - Expected return to Toronto
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Sign up for a one month free trial and $25 in trip credit towards your first adventure and start seeing more of the wild.
To join this adventure, you'll first need to become a member of Wilderness Union. We're an Outdoor Adventure Community of 20-40 year olds dedicated to helping you get out of the city, explore more and find your outdoor friend group.
Membership gives you access to over 100 unique adventures a year, regular socials, outdoor education and our private discord all at unmatched pricing.
Sign up for a one month free trial and $25 in trip credit towards your first adventure and start seeing more of the wild.
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