Light Cellar
Intro to Wild Foraging - June 17 or July 8
Intro to Wild Foraging
A Beginner’s Guide to Finding Food & Medicine in the City
Introductory Plant Walk
Wednesday, June 17th or Wednesday, July 8th
6:00pm–7:30pm
In-Person Experience — $39
Location: NW Calgary
(Exact meeting location provided after registration)
Begin seeing the plants around you in a completely new way
There is an abundance of edible and medicinal plants growing all around us—many of which most people walk past every day without ever noticing.
This introductory plant walk is designed to help you begin building the foundational skills, awareness, and confidence needed to start responsibly foraging your own food and medicine.
Join Malcolm Saunders for a guided walk through a variety of urban ecosystems as we explore the practical foundations of wild foraging, plant identification, ethical harvesting, and reconnecting with the natural world around us.
Whether you’re completely new to foraging or simply curious about the plants growing in your own neighbourhood, this experience is designed to open the door to a lifelong journey of learning, connection, and discovery.
In this class, you’ll learn:
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The foundations of identifying wild edible and medicinal plants
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What to look for when learning plant identification
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Where and when to forage responsibly
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Essential tools and resources for beginners
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Sustainable and ethical harvesting practices
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How to safely begin your own foraging journey
What you’ll experience:
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A guided outdoor learning experience
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Exploration of multiple local plant species
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Practical plant identification insight
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Opportunities for questions, discussion, and observation
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A deeper connection to the natural world around you
What previous participants have said:
“Fantastic walk led by Malcolm! I got to see a park I never knew existed, was introduced to eighteen edible and medicinal plants, and found my new favourite vegetable.”
— Paige S.
“This was an exceptional experience. The wealth of knowledge and the ability to taste so many everyday plants right in our own backyard was worth every nickel. I’ll definitely be doing more.”
— Kelly F.
Small group experience
To preserve the intimacy and quality of learning, group size is intentionally limited.
Important details:
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This walk will take place outdoors in NW Calgary
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Exact meeting location will be provided after registration
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Please dress appropriately for the weather and walking conditions
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All events run rain or shine
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Walking pace will be easy and beginner-friendly
Continue your learning:
Related experiences include:
Who this is for:
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Complete beginners curious about wild foraging
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Nature lovers wanting deeper plant knowledge
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Anyone interested in edible and medicinal plants
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Those wanting to reconnect with food, medicine, and the land
Instructor
with Malcolm Saunders
After you register:
All participants will receive:
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A reminder email with full event details
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The exact meeting location and what to bring
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Access to any follow-up notes or resources shared after the walk
Please note this is an outdoor event and will proceed rain or shine.