Mushroom Foraging

Join renowned Mycologist and author, Gary Goldman, known as the Mushroom Fundi.

Enjoy an early morning hike in Newlands forest with a small group of fellow mushroom enthusiasts.

Always wanted to know which mushrooms you can eat? Forage your own mushrooms for breakfast.

Armed with baskets, boots and pocket knives you’ll head into the forest and learn how to track down elusive porcini, pine rings, slippery Jacks and more. 

Gary will demonstrate how to gently remove, clean, and how to store your mushrooms in your basket for safe keeping.

Enjoy a delicious wild food picnic by RE Wild Food.

Time:            6:30- 9:30am

Where:           Newlands or Cecelia Forest 

Cost:              R 850 per person, includes wild food snacks and warm beverages

Please wear comfortable shoes and a rain jacket,  and bring a basket and knife with you. 

Gary's Mushroom guidebook is also available for purchase for R400.

Mushroom Foraging Workshop

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