The high mountain foraging class will take place up at the Black Balsam area right off the Blue Ridge Parkway in Western North Carolina. It includes an informative three hour-long walk through high altitude forests, mountain meadows, and mountain balds of Black Balsam Knob/Shining Rock Wilderness.

The purpose of the program is multifaceted; my goal is not only to teach and share information about what edibles are present in a particular season, but I also have a deeper purpose – to get people back to the seemingly simple act of foraging for food with the hope that as a result people will become more in tune with the seasons and inherently more mindful of where and how our food originates. Sustainability issues and medicinal plants of the high mountains will also be covered.

As I lead a hunt for wild oregano, red spruce, or wild blueberries, I encourage people to open their eyes and be especially observant. I advise all to be “curious but cautious” and to do sufficient research to avoid potentially dangerous look-alikes, so for your safety it is best to learn about local foraging with an expert.

Bring water, and wear clothing appropriate for current weather, long pants and closed-toe comfortable walking shoes.

Tickets are available on the shop page!