$130.00
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Description
What wild foods grow in a high alpine setting in summer? In this class, we’ll hike Black Powder Pass Trail from the top of Boreas Pass (between Breckenridge and Como) learning edible native plants and mushrooms common to tree-line and above tree-line forests. We’ll taste along the trail, and if plants, mushrooms, or berries are flourishing, we’ll forage and prepare something to sample. Other activities may include: plant ID by group, how to use a flora, and/or something hands-on from my backpack. No matter what, it will be a full, fun day! USFS permit pending. Offered with permission from the U.S. Forest Service. ($130)
- DATE: August 19, 2026
- TIME: 9:00 AM -3:00 PM (6 hours)
- LOCATION: Boreas Pass, CO (I will send directions to registrants.)
- COST: $130/person
- BRING: LUNCH or snacks, water, camera/notepad, foraging bags (plastic/cloth grocery bag), scissors, gloves (optional), bug spray, plate/mug/silverware
- WEAR: Hiking boots/closed-toe shoes (mandatory), sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, warm/cool layers, raincoat
- KNOW:
- Driving: There is a 25-minute section of dirt roads (from Como or Breckenridge) to get to the location. The road may have washboard but is usually fine for standard passenger cars. We will set meeting times & locations for participants to carpool, per USFS request.
- Hiking: This hike does not exceed 2.5 miles round-trip. It is uphill on the way out. We will stop often to look at plants, and to catch our breath. This is high elevation. If you are vacationing here directly from sea level, you should acclimate first. Please contact me if you have any concerns about your ability to participate.
