Frequently Asked Questions

Can I bring my dog?

Not this time, unless you have booked a private event! 

How long is the tour?

Most are two hours, re-wilding classes are 1hr

What if it’s raining?

We tour in rain or shine, unless there is heavy wind, we will postpone the tour for safety reasons via e-mail no less than 1 hour prior.

What should I bring?

Your to bring list and location specifics are EMAILED out three days before the experience. Prepare clothing for the outdoors, fold able knife, foraging bag, hiking shoes ex.

Do you have a discount for kids?

Not anymore, but we do offer a special homeschool rate of $333 for 1.5 hrs. This requires you to organize your own group of students and send payment altogether, max 12 participants.

What are you foraging book recommendations?

Our book, Forage and Eat with the Seasons.

What is the accessibility of my tour?

Our website site should have clear descriptions about each experience. The seasonal tours are the easiest with our gourmet pine mushroom tour being the most extreme. Please reach out with any concerns.

Do I get a refund if I cancel last minute?

We will credit you 50% towards another workshop or experience if you need to cancel last minute. Last minute is anywhere from 2 weeks before the tour date.

Can I bring a friend?

Yes, for sure, please have them sign up!

Are there bears and wildlife I need to be aware of?

Yes, as we are forging in the forest, there are always wildlife precautions we will take. Fortunately, your guide will be prepared to handle most of this for you and will give a briefing on first aid protocols and wildlife protocols before the tour.

Does your book come in a digital version?

Yes, our Forage and Eat with the Seasons cook and guidebook is available and a soft cover, hard cover, and a digital copy! You can buy it off our website or after our workshops from the Author.

Are you available for classroom style workshops or presentations?

Yes!

What restaurant do you work at now?

None! I am free! Only my kitchen- Foraging with You

What is the apprenticeship program?

This is a work exchange program for young adults learning to forage or be in the culinary industry. Learn the trade side-by-side with the owner operator as you exchange your time for knowledge. Apprentices spend their days in the field harvesting for the company, processing wild ingredients at the office, and attending workshops to shadow or help out.

Do I need an off-road vehicle?

No, unless otherwise specified all locations are car accessible. In the case of our gourmet tours where we will be offloading, there are always seats available in our company vehicle with your guide.

How many people do you bring out on your tours?

We have a minimum of 5 people and a maximum of 12 to ensure the quality and accessibility to the information during our tours.

Do you offer private tours?

Yes! All of our tours and workshops are offered privately for your special occasion.

Book covers Forage & Eat with the Seasons - Author Raeanna Layfield