Where can you forage? Alberta’s Public Lands and crown land are a few places the public can forage wild foods in non-commercial quantities.
What are the ethics involved in nature foraging? Learning the skills of foraging involves understanding the seasonal wild foods. Ethical foraging involves asking permission of the plant and giving something in reciprocity, an energy exchange. By respecting the plants, we build healthy relationships with the Creator and respect the general protocols that have been built between plants and the First Nations for thousands of years.
People often ask, "What is the best time of year for foraging? The answer to that can vary from plant to plant, however a general rule is from May 1st to October 31st in Alberta.
There are many varieties of edible plants throughout the Foothills. The plants in this area are highly impacted by cattle grazing, Oil and gas production, logging and estate homes, which often introduce non-native plants, insects and diseases.
Why join a Full Circle foraging outing?
What you will learn:
- Sustainable and ethical foraging techniques
- How to identify safe, edible plants
- What quantities a plant can withstand to be foraged.
- What time of year to forage that plant.
- What tools to use
Bring:
Sturdy Day pack with clothing layers and rain gear. Good footwear for uneven ground. Lunch and water bottle, bear spray.
- Gloves, clippers
- Cloth, paper or screen bags
- Personal care items
A complete supply list will be sent to you upon registration.
2026 Dates:
Sun. March 15 - Balsam bud foraging. Time: 9:00 to 12:30 Location: Diamond Valley
Sun. April 19 - Willow Bark foraging. Time: 9:30 to 1:30 Location: Sibbald flats
Sun. June 28 - Wild vegetables of the Foothills and more. Time: 9:30 to 2:30 - Millarville area
Sun. July 19 - Berries, florals and wild veggies. Time: 9:30 to 2:30 - Sibbald or Millarville area Sun. Aug. 9 - Berries, Mushrooms and teas. Time: 9:30 to 2:00 - Sibbald or Millarville area. Sat. Sept 19 - Berries, bark and fungi. Time: 9:30 to 2:00 - Mystery location
Price: $85 per person. Group rate is $75 per person. * min 5 - max 10
All participants must sign a waiver and fill in a medical form to attend. Register by: making a payment via e-transfer to info@full-circle-adventures.com
Waiver Form link is found at the bottom right hand side of the page.