Mushroom Hunting the Redwood Coast

Discover Santa Cruz's microclimate. Learn to ID safe, edible, and medicinal mushrooms. Get a great solid introduction to fungi and a hike as well. Take home anything edible we find.

Listing highlights

What you’ll do

This experience is hosted in English.

4.97 out of 5 stars, from 144 reviews

Some reviews have been automatically translated.

Where we’ll meet

UCSC's Core West parking structure
Santa Cruz, California, 95064, United States

About me

I grew up in a fungi-friendly, central European household and have been mushroom hunting independently for most of my life. Since two thousand fourteen, I have become especially intimate with the rhythms of Santa Cruz native fungi. I will teach you about the culinary, medicinal, and artistic qualities of our local fungi and their relatives around Santa Cruz
To help protect your payment, always use Airbnb to send money and communicate with hosts.

Things to know

Guest requirements

Guests aged 6 and over can attend, up to 10 guests in total.

Activity level

The activity level for this experience is moderate and the skill level is beginner.

What to bring

Guests will need hiking shoes, long pants (preferably water resistant), and rain jacket, Snacks, Water

Accessibility

Disabled parking spot

Cancellation policy

Cancel at least 1 day before the start time for a full refund.

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What you’ll do

This experience is hosted in English.

4.97 out of 5 stars, from 144 reviews

Some reviews have been automatically translated.

Where we’ll meet

UCSC's Core West parking structure
Santa Cruz, California, 95064, United States

About me

I grew up in a fungi-friendly, central European household and have been mushroom hunting independently for most of my life. Since two thousand fourteen, I have become especially intimate with the rhythms of Santa Cruz native fungi. I will teach you about the culinary, medicinal, and artistic qualities of our local fungi and their relatives around Santa Cruz
To help protect your payment, always use Airbnb to send money and communicate with hosts.

Mushroom Hunting the Redwood Coast

Discover Santa Cruz's microclimate. Learn to ID safe, edible, and medicinal mushrooms. Get a great solid introduction to fungi and a hike as well. Take home anything edible we find.

Listing highlights

No availability

Things to know

Guest requirements

Guests aged 6 and over can attend, up to 10 guests in total.

Activity level

The activity level for this experience is moderate and the skill level is beginner.

What to bring

Guests will need hiking shoes, long pants (preferably water resistant), and rain jacket, Snacks, Water

Accessibility

Disabled parking spot

Cancellation policy

Cancel at least 1 day before the start time for a full refund.

Outdoor experiences are vetted for quality

Outdoor experiences are led by explorers, hikers and other hosts who showcase what makes the city unique. Learn more
See an issue?