The grasslands are home to some of the most fascinating species in Canada, period. Pronhorn, cacti, and 'wild sages' abound, and hidden gems abound in plain sight.
Your guide will introduce you to 12-15 species of wild edible plants and fungus, with a focus on their use in the home kitchen - covering ideas for savoury dishes, desserts, and beverages. We'll get you started if you're new to it, or level you up if you've already got your feet wet.
Forage The Grasslands
MORNING WALKS: 9 - 11:30am
AFTERNOON WALKS: 1 - 3:30pm
LOCATION - These walks take place in green spaces and crown land surrounding the listed location. Details released in the email briefing.
What To Wear & Bring - We recommend long sleeves, long pants, covered shoes, and a hat - all helpful to manage sun, bugs, and bush. Dress for the weather as we’ll be out there rain or shine. Please also bring: curiosity and questions! A notepad or phone are handy for taking notes. Please leave at home: for safety reasons we ask that no sharps be brought into the field. Your guide will have one if needed.
Minimum Enrolment:
To make these walks viable, we do need a minimum number of guests. If that threshold isn’t met, we may cancel the event and offer a full refund.We’ll always reach out if something changes—so no need to check in. If you don’t hear from us, it’s on!
CANCELLATION POLICY - we'll happily offer a full refund if you really need to cancel up to two weeks in advance. Under two weeks, and we cannot provide a refund but can offer for you to join us at a future similar event.
QUESTIONS? Email us! forage@fromthewild.ca
Kevin Kossowan is a full time foraging guide and filmmaker, specializing in translating the Canadian wilderness into the world of culinary. Kevin is a sea kayak guide, guides all over Alberta, and speaks around the world about wild food.
Frequently Asked Questions
General
Q: Do you offer private events?
A: Yes! We offer a range of private experiences including foraging walks, wild mixology sessions, field cookery camps, and game butchery. Email us for options and pricing!Q: What’s the maximum group size?
A: It depends on the experience:- Foraging Walks: up to 16 (32 max with split group)
- Field Cookery Camp: up to 16
- Wild Mixology & Game Butchery: up to 12
- Forest to Table: up to 24
See event listings for details.
Q: Where do these events take place?
A: Most events happen in Edmonton or at our basecamp forest kitchen site near Rochester, Alberta. Off-site events are possible—travel fees apply.Q: Do you require a deposit?
A: Yes. A non-refundable deposit is required to confirm all private bookings.Q: Can I take photos or video?
A: Please do - we encourage it! Tag us @fromthewildca if you share on social media - it's always fun to see the even through your eyes.Q: I'm having trouble paying through your site or don’t want to use PayPal. Are there other options?
A: Yes. We accept e-transfer for most bookings. If you're having trouble with online checkout or prefer a direct option, just email us and we’ll send you the details to complete your booking manually.Kids & Families
Q: Can I bring my child to a foraging walk?
A: Yes, kids under 6 years old may attend for free with a parent or guardian. Kids aged 6 and older require a regular booking.Food & Beverage
Q: Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
A: We do our best! We're often delivering food service in remote locations with limited resources and team, so some requests aren't possible - fire us an email prior to booking if you have a concern.Q: Are non-alcoholic beverages an option?
A: Absolutely yes. We often are serving foraged iced teas, lemonades, and hot teas - and often can pair a non-alcoholic option when cocktails are on the menu, featuring the same wild ingredient.Q: Can you include food or drinks with a private foraging walk?
A: Yes. Wild food tastings or mixology add-ons are available as flat-rate upgrades.Camping, Pets, and Accessibility
Q: Can we camp or stay overnight on your land?
A: No. Overnight stays are not part of our offerings. Have a look online for campgrounds in Athabasca county!Q: Can I bring my dog or other pets?
A: No. To respect the land and other guests, pets are not permitted on guided walks or at private events.Q: Is your site accessible?
A: Our Rochester site is rustic and outdoors. Terrain includes uneven ground, forest trails, and weather exposure. Contact us to discuss accessibility needs before booking.