Join our popular mushroom foraging course focused on the edible mushrooms of the Ivalo region. On this course, you’ll practice identifying different mushroom species, learn the basics of foraging, and enjoy the beauty of autumn nature together with others.
The course is especially designed for beginners who want to learn how to recognize edible mushrooms and collect them in a sustainable way – preserving the delicate balance of mushroom ecosystems. Exploring the fascinating world of fungi also fosters appreciation for biodiversity.
During the course, we’ll learn to identify the most common edible mushrooms in the area. Depending on the season, this may include porcini, milkcaps, and chanterelles. You’ll also learn to recognize the most common poisonous mushrooms we may encounter. Along the way, we’ll stop to discuss the nutritional value of mushrooms and how to use them in cooking.
It's a good idea to pack some snacks, but during the coffee break, depending on the circumstances, we could also fry small tasting portions of the mushrooms we collected.
You can join the course for one or two days. The content on both days is the same, but we are likely to find different mushrooms. The guide is a seasoned mushroom expert, and each day’s excursion lasts approximately from 12 PM to 6 PM.
Please note that we may need to cancel the course up to 2 days before it starts if the weather is exceptionally bad, the mushroom season is very poor, or the minimum number of participants is not reached.
Why Choose This Course?
- Learn to identify the most common edible mushrooms found in the Ivalo region
- Gain hands-on experience in responsible mushroom foraging that respects biodiversity
- Enjoy an leisured nature experience with an expert guide
What you'll learn?
- Identification of edible mushrooms
- Identification of poisonous mushrooms
- Best practices for sustainable mushroom foraging
- Basics of handling and preserving edible mushrooms
- Tips for using mushrooms in cooking
What should you bring?
- Course is held outdoors, so weather-appropriate, warm and waterproof outdoor clothing and suitable footwear, such as rubber boots
- A basket or other breathable container for mushrooms
- A mushroom knife
- A mushroom identification book, if you happen to have one
- Snacks and drinks
Price Includes
- Guide
- Transfers
Price Excludes
- Meals
Maire Puikko
mushroom expert
Maire Puikko is a nature surveyor who works as a wild product advisor and inspector. She has long been dedicated to protecting wilderness areas and the nature of the North.
FAQ
Who is this course for?
Can I take the mushrooms I collect home?
Can I join the course with my child?
What is the cancellation policy?
- Cancellation fee of 100% is charged if cancelled 6 days or less before the event.
Gallery
You might also be interested in
Wilderness First Aid (WFA)
Bushcraft & Survival Course
