Intentional Adventures Slowing down in Nature
Sharing traditional knowledge, in the forest, down by the sea or in the mountains. Out in The Wild, where we like to be.
Upcoming Events
A perfect blend of adventure, food, creativity,
learning, and community.
MUSHROOM
FORAGING & FEAST
Sat Oct 03
Squamish
An Evening in the wild! Escape to a remarkable mountain valley for an autumn afternoon of mushroom foraging, followed by a feast in the evening inspired by the seasonal wild ingredients that grow abundantly around us. From forest to table: a wild grazing table & bbq feast by From Charlie Catering, accompanied by a bonfire and herbal drinks. Connect through foraging and nature — a blend of adventure, food, learning, and community.
WILD MUSHROOM & LICHEN FIELD STUDY
Sat Oct 24 | 2-4pm
Squamish
Join us on a guided Wild Mushroom and Lichen field study in Squamish. We will forage for the edible Bolete, Pine, Chanterelle and other mushrooms & study the medicinal lichen. Learning by exploring nature, be connected with the plants and like-minded people and practice together. With mushroom guide Bronwen Grant.
HERB NIGHTS!
Tuesday Nov 10 | Nov 24 | 6.30-9pm Squamish
Winter Foraging & Intro to Herbalism' with herbalist Mandy from Shoots & Roots.
Join us for a deep dive into —Medicinal Mushrooms —from foraging and plant identification to medicine making. During this workshop you’ll explore the medicinal properties, history, and traditional uses, while learning how to create your own decoction (tea) and tincture.
About
The Collective
Kymare Collective is a project focused on forming deeper connections with the natural world and collaborating with local herbalists, foragers, creatives and environment friendly companies here in B.C.
With an intimate group we will go outside to explore nature and learn from the plants, in the forest, down by the sea or in the mountains.
During the workshops or field studies, participants will be given tools to safely identify the plants discussed. Foraging herbs, berries, lichen, mushrooms, slowing down in nature, sharing traditional knowledge and remembering the old ways. Getting to know a variety of wild growing medicinal herbs in a playful way and learn how you can incorporate their medicine in your daily life. The experiences include a blend of the following:
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Foraging and Herbalism
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Field Studies
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Wilderness Dining
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Organic Dyes & Eco Printing Workshops
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Traditional Skills & Crafts
