Boulder Mountain Foraging and Hiking Experience
Discover Edible Plants and Fungi While Hiking in Boulder Mountains at Chautauqua Park
CO
people
1 participant
hours
- • Hike and Forage in Boulder’s Iconic Mountains
- • Embark on a Scenic 3-Hour Foraging and Hiking Adventure
- • Learn About the Rocky Mountains' Richest Flora and Fungi
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Embark on a thrilling journey into the heart of nature with the Private Rocky Mountain Foraging Experience. This unique adventure invites outdoor enthusiasts of all levels to explore the stunning landscapes of the Rockies while discovering the secrets of wild edibles. Whether you are a novice or an experienced forager, this experience offers an incredible opportunity to learn about the untamed beauty of the mountains and the diverse flora that thrives within them.
Participants will be guided through a scenic hike that meanders through breathtaking mountain meadows, alongside glistening streams, and into the enchanting embrace of mixed pine and fir forests. Along the way, interesting plants, fungi, and wildlife will be identified, with a strong focus on edible, medicinal, and poisonous varieties. This immersive experience provides expert insights, trivia, and lore about the natural world, empowering individuals to connect with their surroundings and deepen their appreciation for wilderness survival and foraging.
As a thoughtful gift for nature lovers or food enthusiasts, the Private Rocky Mountain Foraging Experience promises unforgettable memories and newfound skills. Delight someone special with the joy of learning and exploring nature’s bounty, making it a perfect gift for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion that calls for an extraordinary experience in the great outdoors.
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Experience Overview:
Private Rocky Mountain Foraging ExperienceHike and forage in the beautiful and iconic Boulder mountains.
We will hike through a mountain meadow, over and by a stream, and make our way up into a mixed pine and fir forest, identifying interesting plants, fungi and wildlife as we stroll. I will highlight edible, medicinal, poisonous and interesting plants and fungi and the surrounding lore!
Meeting Point
Chautauqua Park
900 Baseline Rd &, 9th St, Boulder, CO 80302, USA
We will meet at the main trail intersection near the ranger cabin at Chautauqua park. I will be wearing a green hat with a cactus on it and have a black backpack. There are restrooms and water fountains here if you need them before we begin hiking. We will quickly go over a few things as a group.
What's included:
- Foraging books/guides
- Foraging knife
- Collection bags
What to expect:
Chautauqua Park
Do you want to learn about the plants, animals and fungi of the Rocky Mountains while going on a scenic hike? This is your chance to get outside with an avid guide and forager with over a decade of experience teaching and guiding in the outdoors.
We will start with introductions at the trailhead, then proceed to hike and identify plants, animals, fungi and more as we go!
With an emphasis on edible, medicinal and poisonous plants, you will have my expertise as well as a library of regional guides to help you get to know the cast of characters that make up our local flora and fungi. My goal is for you to feel more empowered to connect with nature, find your own food and wildcraft your own medicine, or at the very least impress your friends on your next hike!
What to expect:
-An easy to moderate difficulty hike in a gorgeous setting with an experienced forager and guide.
-A focus on plant and fungi identification, uses and fun facts.
-Trailside nibbles. You may also eat and/or taking home wild edible plants and fungi we find where applicable.
-Use of full color guides to help you sleuth out plants and start building a mental profile
-walk away knowing many local edible plants
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Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
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Rocky Mountain Foraging
Product SKU: US-3551-0001
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Boulder Mountain Foraging and Hiking Adventure
CO
people
1 participant
hours
- • Hike and Forage in Boulder’s Iconic Mountains
- • Embark on a Scenic 3-Hour Foraging and Hiking Adventure
- • Learn About the Rocky Mountains' Richest Flora and Fungi
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