Join us for a full-day coastal adventure exploring the rich bounty of Oregon's marine and forest ecosystems. We'll divide our time between tide pool exploration—gathering seaweeds, mussels, and barnacles—and nearby forest foraging for rainbow chanterelles, huckleberries, and seasonal greens.
You'll learn to identify the best specimens (mid-sized mussels, tender seaweeds, the perfect berries) while understanding each species' ecological role and sustainable harvest practices. We'll cover coastal regulations, red tide awareness, and may explore clamming or crabbing opportunities depending on conditions and season.
The adventure culminates with preparing our gathered ingredients beach-side—depending on what we find, we might roast mussels and barnacles over a bed of seaweed or boil crab for a true taste of place. While we can't promise a full meal, you'll sample everything we've foraged together.
What to expect: A full day on coast and in forest. Meeting time and location determined by tide tables and scouting conditions; participants may need to drive a short distance between coast and forest locations. Rubber boots essential for tide pools, sturdy shoes for forest terrain, plus rubber gloves for comfortable harvesting. Bring water, lunch/snacks plus sun and mosquito protection if desired. Shellfish license required if you wish to harvest (I'll gather enough for our group meal).
Weather-dependent: Inclement conditions or shellfish closures may require partial or full cancellation with corresponding refunds.
Price includes beach cooking gear, though you’ll help with setup.
Join us for a full-day coastal adventure exploring the rich bounty of Oregon's marine and forest ecosystems. We'll divide our time between tide pool exploration—gathering seaweeds, mussels, and barnacles—and nearby forest foraging for rainbow chanterelles, huckleberries, and seasonal greens.
You'll learn to identify the best specimens (mid-sized mussels, tender seaweeds, the perfect berries) while understanding each species' ecological role and sustainable harvest practices. We'll cover coastal regulations, red tide awareness, and may explore clamming or crabbing opportunities depending on conditions and season.
The adventure culminates with preparing our gathered ingredients beach-side—depending on what we find, we might roast mussels and barnacles over a bed of seaweed or boil crab for a true taste of place. While we can't promise a full meal, you'll sample everything we've foraged together.
What to expect: A full day on coast and in forest. Meeting time and location determined by tide tables and scouting conditions; participants may need to drive a short distance between coast and forest locations. Rubber boots essential for tide pools, sturdy shoes for forest terrain, plus rubber gloves for comfortable harvesting. Bring water, lunch/snacks plus sun and mosquito protection if desired. Shellfish license required if you wish to harvest (I'll gather enough for our group meal).
Weather-dependent: Inclement conditions or shellfish closures may require partial or full cancellation with corresponding refunds.
Price includes beach cooking gear, though you’ll help with setup.
