Seaweed as Medicine - Foraging and More! (East Bay)
Seaweed as Medicine - Foraging and More! - East Bay
Join seaweed expert Tanya Stiller for an unforgettable experience exploring the medicinal properties of Bladderwrack and foraging for seaweed along the stunning shores of the East Bay
In this intimate class, limited to just 15 participants, you'll have the unique opportunity to:
Learn about Bladderwrack medicine and the fucoidan and other medicinal constituents found in Fucus species seaweed.
Harvest and forage Bladderwrack and discover other types of seaweeds like Turkish Washcloth and Sea Lettuce.
Explore the radio-protective qualities of algin, the cardiovascular health benefits, and the therapeutic support to the thyroid that comes from Bladderwrack.
Don't miss out on this immersive experience where you'll deepen your understanding of seaweed medicine and connect with nature in a meaningful way! This is a low tide forage. You won't need to get in the ocean, but we recommend wearing shoes with great traction.
Please note this event is for ages 9 and up.
Cost: $115 per person, plus booking fee
Where: East Bay (exact location will be sent one week prior to class)
When: Limited classes offered Spring - Summer; click “Book Now” to see available dates
Cancelation Policy: Add Peek Protect at checkout to cover cancelation up to 24 hours prior to your event. forageSF does not have a separate cancelation policy.
Seaweed Foraging Adventure (Sonoma Coast)
Seaweed Foraging Adventure: Sonoma Coast
Examine underwater life with our resident seaweed expert. Heidi has been sustainably harvesting and selling seaweed for over a decade: she knows what to pick, how to pick it, and most importantly, how to make it taste delicious! This two to three-hour guided foray will meet on the beach in Sonoma, and be followed by a talk on what you collected, the science of seaweed, and how to cook your catch. You can expect to collect up to 10 lbs. of edible seaweed. This is a coastal forage during low tide. You won't need to get in the ocean but we recommend wearing rain boots.
Please note this event is for ages 9 and up.
Check out this SF Chronicle piece on the classes (with a video!)
Cost: $95 per person, plus booking fee
Where: Sonoma, CA (exact location sent one week prior to class)
When: Spring-Fall; click “Book Now” to see available dates
Cancelation Policy: Add Peek Protect at checkout to cover cancelation up to 24 hours prior to your event. forageSF does not have a separate cancelation policy.
Seaweed Foraging Adventure (Half Moon Bay)
Seaweed Scouting Exploration: Half Moon Bay
Spend a day exploring the shoreline with Tanya, where you'll learn to identify and gather seaweeds like kombu, rockweed, bladderwrack, and dulse. As you walk along the coast, you’ll see how the shoreline changes with the seasons and understand what these plants tell us about the health of the ocean. Tanya will also talk about sustainable harvesting practices and the cultural importance of these seaweeds, especially to Native American communities. With Tanya’s over 3 decades of experience in herbalism and ethnobotany, you'll pick up plenty of practical knowledge along the way. No need to get in the water, just wear sturdy shoes and be ready for a relaxed, informative day by the ocean.
Please note this event is for ages 9 and up.
Cost: $95 per person, plus booking fee
Where: Half Moon Bay, CA - less than 1 hour from SF (exact location will be sent one week prior to class)
When: Spring - Summer; click “Book Now” to see available dates
Cancelation Policy: Add Peek Protect at checkout to cover cancelation up to 24 hours prior to your event. forageSF does not have a separate cancelation policy.
