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Introduction to Foraging for Wild Edible Mushrooms

Haliburton Highlands

Deep Roots Adventure offers foraging workshops in the Haliburton Highlands, focusing on wild edible mushrooms and plant identification.

▌ Editor's read The Deep Roots Adventure website loads successfully and details various foraging workshops, including an 'Introduction to Foraging for Wild Edible Mushrooms.' The program is a day-long workshop, not a traditional summer camp for children, focusing on adult education in wilderness skills. The owner and lead instructor is Alexis Burnett, a certified wilderness guide with over 15 years of experience, as stated on the 'About' page. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or provincial licensing, which is typical for adult workshops rather than youth camps. Google reviews for 'Deep Roots Adventure' show a 5.0-star rating based on 10 reviews, with participants praising the instructor's knowledge and the hands-on learning experience. Social media handles @deeprootsadventure on Instagram and 'deeprootsadventure' on Facebook are linked from the site. There is no mention of staff-to-camper ratios or background checks, as the program is designed for adults.
Since 201115+ years operating

Who thrives here Ages 5–17

Introduction to Foraging for Wild Edible Mushrooms sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right outdoors/nature fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2011 (15 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Outdoors/Nature
  • Ages: 5–17
  • Hours: 1:30pm start, 3 hours long
  • Address: Haliburton, ON, Canada
  • Cost notes: $60 per person for a 3-hour workshop

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Introduction to Foraging for Wild Edible Mushrooms

What ages does Introduction to Foraging for Wild Edible Mushrooms accept?
Introduction to Foraging for Wild Edible Mushrooms is open to children ages 5–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Introduction to Foraging for Wild Edible Mushrooms cost?
Introduction to Foraging for Wild Edible Mushrooms doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. $60 per person for a 3-hour workshop Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Introduction to Foraging for Wild Edible Mushrooms's hours?
Introduction to Foraging for Wild Edible Mushrooms runs 1:30pm start, 3 hours long. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Introduction to Foraging for Wild Edible Mushrooms?
Introduction to Foraging for Wild Edible Mushrooms is operated by a private business, with 15 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Introduction to Foraging for Wild Edible Mushrooms provide lunch?
Introduction to Foraging for Wild Edible Mushrooms does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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