Foraging Tours, Walks, Classes, and Groups (Updated for 2025)
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. Ever Wilder
Ever Wilder offers plant walks and foraging events year-round in Ellijay, GA on a beautiful mountain homestead. Learn primitive skills, Appalachian folklore, medicinal herbs, edible plants, and more.
- More information: http://everwilderfarm.com/
- Contact: everwilderfarm@gmail.com
- Events Schedule: http://everwilderfarm.com/classes/
- Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/everwilderfarm
2. Medicine Bow
Mark Warren is the founder of Medicine Bow, which is located in Dahlonega, Georgia. They offer classes on primitive skills, crafts, foods, and medicine.
- More information: http://medicinebow.net/instructor/
- Contact: medicinebow@att.net
- Events Schedule: http://medicinebow.net/classes/
3. Mushroom Club of Georgia
Mushroom Club of Georgia seeks to promote enjoyment while studying wild mushrooms and exchanging information about them. They host walks and forays, regular programs and classes, and more.
- More information: http://www.gamushroomclub.org/
- Contact: president@gamushroomclub.org
- Events Schedule: Upcoming Events – Mushroom Club of Georgia (gamushroomclub.org)
4. Wildcraft Kitchen
Cara Lee is the founder of Wildcraft Kitchen, which is located in Clayton, Georgia. They offer guided hikes and foraging trips, culinary and herbalism workshops, nutrition consultations, and wellness cooking.
- More information: https://www.wildcraftkitchenga.com/
- Contact: wildcraftkitchenga@gmail.com
- Events Schedule: https://www.wildcraftkitchenga.com/events
- Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/wildcraftkitchenga/
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Are there any qualified foraging classes / instructors in S.E. Georgia?
I am looking for a qualified instructor in S.E. Georgia to learn about foraging in Alamo, GA and surrounding areas.
Looking to learn more about foraging in sw Georgia or how to go about finding a group near me.
Information on wild mushrooms in George
Regina, have you checked out the Mushroom Club of Georgia? I’ve been a member for about six months. I’ve learned a lot from them: https://gamushroomclub.org/
I am doing a story on foraging for the Atlanta Journal Constitution. I’d love to interview people on why they want to forage, how they are doing it and the benefits. Please call or email me at mary@marywelchwriter.com. Thanks