Foraging Tours and Classes in California

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Foraging Tours, Walks, Classes, and Groups (Updated for 2024)

The list below has been curated to include only those groups and foragers that schedule regular events and are currently active. Please email us about any broken links or incorrect links so we can keep the list updated. If you offer classes or scheduled foraging events feel free to contact us about being added to the list.- eattheplanet.org@gmail.com

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1. Catch and Cook California

Dr. Kev leads extraordinary outdoor adventures through Live Wild, connecting people with the joys of foraging and the wild. With a deep respect for ancestral knowledge and sustainable practices, he offers immersive experiences that spark a passion for nature

• More information: https://www.catchncookcalifornia.com/
• Contact: CatchnCookCA@gmail.com
• Events Schedule: https://www.catchncookcalifornia.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catchncookcalifornia/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@catchncookcalifornia1574

2. California School of Hispanic Herbalism

Charles R. Garcia is the founder of the California School of Hispanic Herbalism. Located in San Francisco, California. Offers herbalism classes both online and in-person.

• More information: About | California Academy of Hispanic Herbalism (hispanicherbs.com)
• Contact: curandero50@gmail.com
• Events Schedule: Home | California Academy of Hispanic Herbalism (hispanicherbs.com)

3. Monterey Herbalist

Wild Food & Medicine Tour & Tasting: Come meet the edible & medicinal plants of Monterey while taking an easy stroll through a beautiful nature reserve. You’ll get to forage and taste several edible plants, learn about how medicinal plants are used, and even learn to identify some poisonous plants too. There are different kinds of tour packages available for foraging, family activities, and even an hors d’oeuvres package for foodies!

• More information: https://www.montereyherbalist.com/
• Contact: @MontereyHerbalist
• Events Schedule: https://www.montereyherbalist.com/book-online
• Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/people/Monterey-Herbalist/100090247182141/

4. forageSF

Isa Rabins created forageSF and it is called a “not-only-for-profit”. It is located in Northern California and offers classes on mushrooms, seafood, and wild edible foraging.

• More information: https://www.foragesf.com/about-us
• For inquiries: Click here.
• Events Schedule: https://www.foragesf.com/#

5. Fungus Federation of Santa Cruz

FFSC is a non-profit organization that is located in Santa Cruz, California. Composed of individuals who love to study and further their learning about wild mushrooms. Hosts forays, meetings, and fungus fairs.

• More information: http://ffsc.us/about
• Contact: membership@ffsc.us
• Events Schedule: http://ffsc.us/calendar

6. Humboldt Mycological Society

Humboldt Mycological Society focuses on identification, ecology, photography, and more. It is a group whose interest is in the fungi found in northwestern California. Conduct monthly informative meetings, field trips, workshops, and annual Mushroom trips.

• More information: http://hbmycologicalsociety.org/wp/
• For inquiries: Click here.
• Events Schedule: http://hbmycologicalsociety.org/wp/our-calendar/

7. Mendocino Coast Mushroom Club

MCMC is composed of local fungi foragers located in Fort Bragg, California. The group finds wild mushrooms, identifies them, cooks, and more. Hosts forays, workshops, meetings, and invite speakers.

• More information: https://www.mendocinocoastmushroomclub.org/
• Contact: mendocinocoastmushroomclub@gmail.com
• Events Schedule: https://www.mendocinocoastmushroomclub.org/events–meetings.html
• Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MendocinoCoastMushroomClub/

8. Mycological Society of San Francisco

Mycological Society of San Francisco was created to enhance people’s understanding and enjoyment of mushrooms and fungi. Every year, they sponsor classes that discuss mushroom identification, cultivation, basics of mycology, and more.

• More information: http://www.mssf.org/index.html
• For inquiries: Click here.
• Events Schedule: http://www.mssf.org/calendar/index.php

9. San Diego Mycological Society

San Diego Mycological Society is composed of people who love to learn about mycology, located in Lemon Grove, California. They discuss culinary, cultivation, mushroom identification, and host forays, classes, and meetings.

• More information: http://sdmyco.org/
• Contact: sdmyco@gmail.com
• Events Schedule: Events – San Diego Mycological Society (sdmyco.org)

10. Sierra Botanica

Rachel Berry, Matt Berry, and Amara are the people behind Sierra Botanica, located in Northern California. They want to promote health and wellness in a multi-disciplinary, holistic form. Offers herbalism classes.

• More information: http://sierrabotanica.com/about/
• Contact: rachel@sierrabotanica.com
• Events Schedule: http://sierrabotanica.com/upcoming-classes/

11. Sonoma County Mycological Association

SOMA is a non-profit association located in Santa Rosa, California. Its focus is on learning and educating people about the world of fungi. They also host forays, cooking, growing, and more.

• More information: http://www.somamushrooms.org/
• Contact: somainfo@somamushrooms.org
• Events Schedule: https://www.somamushrooms.org/calendar/

12. The Dandelion Herbal Center

Jane Bothwell owns The Dandelion Herbal Center, which offers classes and field trips. She is a home-based community herbalist.

• More information: http://www.dandelionherb.com/
• For inquiries: Click here.
• Events Schedule: http://www.dandelionherb.com/classes/