Foraging Tour - Sunday, 8:00 to 12:00

This day will introduce us to the abundance of wild foods growing seasonally in the temperate deciduous forests of southern Indiana. With longtime foragers, we will take to the woods to learn what sorts of edibles await. The day will bring us an understanding of how these foods have contributed over time to our regional menu. Some of them, such as ginseng, mushrooms, pawpaws and persimmons, have never fallen off of the seasonal cycle of outings families make to the woods that surround us. Others are finding a place on the plate once again through the work of champions such as chef Daniel Orr. After our foraging trip, Chef Orr himself welcomes us to FARM Bloomington, his restaurant in downtown Bloomington, to discuss using foraged foods.
Number of people: 28
Cost: $30

General Information

Recommendations

• Wear comfortable clothes and shoes.  June temperatures in Bloomington can vary by as much as 10 degrees from the average of 72. 
• Most tours involve some walking.  Choose shoes appropriate to the destination.  Close-toed shoes are recommended for farm visits.

Payment in full is required at time of registration.

Refunds will only be processed before May 21, 2010.  Make your tour decisions early.

Tours may be cancelled due to low enrollment, weather or other unforeseen circumstances.  In the event of cancellation you will be contacted via e-mail.  You will have the option of taking another tour, as space is available.  Otherwise a full refund will be provided.

Please direct questions about the tours to Michael Valliant at mvallian@gmail.com

Please direct questions about registration to Melissa Kocias at iuconfs@indiana.edu