Mushroom Foraging with Carson (Ages 10+) August 17, 2024

*July and August classes will open to members on May 14 and non-members on May 16. Not a member? Sign up here. *

Join mushroom enthusiast Carson Gross for a mushroom walk and talk in the St. Croix Valley. Class will start with an overview of the basics of mushroom foraging and identification as well as discussion of how to forage ethically and mindfully. The class will then meet at a nearby location for a mycological walk in the woods. No guarantees on the mushrooms you might find, which is part of the beauty of foraging. After the walk, class will regroup to share their harvest and identify some of what you’ve found.

Students are asked to bring:

• comfortable clothes for walking in the woods
• sturdy shoes
• a basket/mesh bag for mushroom collection
• bug spray if needed
• water, snacks, and/or bag lunch 

Skill Level
No experience required. 

Age Requirement
Students ages 10 and older are welcome to attend this class. Ages 10-15 must register with another registered adult. Ages 16-17 can register with parent permission (by email to info@marinemillsfolkschool.org).  

Location Details
Marine Mills Folk School
550 Pine St., Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047

Cost Details
Tuition: $50
Materials Fee: None

NOTE:  Be aware we may cancel class if a minimum number of registrations is not reached. We work to balance teachers’ need to plan for a class with students’ busy schedules — not an easy task. Please register as early as possible!

If interested, you can find our cancellation policy here.