Public Foraging Classes

Foraging Classes and workshops

Class Structure

-2 hour Nature walk, focusing extensively on the wild food available that season, how to harvest and process, and expansions on native ecology and land stewardship

-Classes will have a gourmet wild food lunch provided after the hike usually foods foraged from this season and preserved from seasons past.

-Participants will be sent a follow up email with notes on the days discussions and resources to help you on your foraging journey

See the forest through my eyes…

Come with me on a journey, a journey that is meant to inspire —not only to inspire you to eat more wild foods, but to learn what nature has to offer. I am hoping it sets a fire in your heart to give back and take care of this beautiful land, so we can thrive together for generations to come.

In the last 3 years, I have had the pleasure of teaching hundreds of people, all over Ohio about our native landscapes, the abundance they hold, and the duty we have to steward our lands for a better future for the next generation.

Hope to see you out there!

Mush love!

James Mann, owner Spicebush Woodcraft & Foraging

Summer 2024

Testimonials

  • “James is a wonderful guide to the bounty that central Ohio offers foragers. He’s brimming with knowledge and passion but creates an approachable atmosphere for those new to the pursuit. I encourage you to take a class "

    Columbus Food Adventures

  • "I had a wonderful time with last years class despite the inclement weather. It was incredibly healing to be soaked to the bone but smiling with hands dirty from moving the earth with curious wonder of what treasures were nestled in it. That combined with the wealth of knowledge you provided reignited my love for foraging and fungi.”

    Cody Nguyen, class participant

  • "James’ foraging class was one of the best experiences of my summer! I now feel a lot more comfortable with my foraging skills, and a deeper connection with my local environment.Can’t wait to take another class next year!"

    Heather Seely, class participant

  • "James’ class was a birthday gift from my husband and it was one of the best gifts I’ve ever received. James is so passionate, knowledgeable, and easy to talk to. I learned more in his 2 hour class than I ever did trying to learn the ropes of foraging all on my own. The lunch he made for us was the icing on the cake and it still goes down as one of the best meals I’ve ever eaten (not even best foraged meal, best meal all together)."

    Chelsie Reese, class participant

  • It seems silly that I drove my family 3 hours from Pennsylvania to go walking in Ohio, but you were truly worth the drive. I love that you are a steward of your environment... I was just blown away with your passion for nature and you will definitely be seeing me again.

    Nicole Weidner , class participant