Frequently Asked Questions

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We offer public hands-on Urban Foraging, Seasonal Foraging, Mushroom Hunting, and Bug Hunting workshops from May 1 - November 1, on Mother Nature's schedule. Weekend and weekday workshops are available. We also do private workshops and yard/land evaluations so you know what you can eat right at home.

Workshops are typically 2-hours long, hands-on, and focus on identifying a variety of plants and/or mushrooms. We'll also learn about safety, equipment, laws, ethics, and resources with which to continue your learning. Hikes range from roughly one to three miles at a slow pace on municipal, regional, or state public land within an hour of Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Space is limited and workshops disappear from this page when they've filled up. If someone you know has already signed up for a sold-out workshop, email us and we'll figure it out!

Workshops go on rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for a hike and the weather. If there is severe weather we will re-evaluate to prioritize the safety of our students and instructors.

On public land within an hour of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Locations vary and are scouted continuously each year to give us the best chance at finding what we're looking for. The location and further information are emailed to paid attendees prior to the workshop. 

Check your spam folder. The location email is sent out 1-4 days prior to the workshop. If you've gotten the reminder email the day before our workshop date, but cannot find the location email in your email or spam folder, please reach out to us.

Gift Cards never expire and are redeemable for a spot in a public workshop regardless of initial purchase price or current class cost. Gift card prices for 2025:

Plant Classes:

Urban Foraging - 79/person

Seasonal Foraging - 79/person

Mushroom Classes:

Beginner Mushroom Hunting - 89/person

Recipients should email ironwoodforagingco@gmail.com to redeem a spot in a public workshop from the Workshops tab of this website. Please include gift card code, full name, and the date/time of workshop to redeem.