Learn about edible & medicinal wild plants
Courtney Taylor has been foraging wild food for almost 25 years, in a variety of ecosystems and climates from the tropical jungles of Hawaii to the arid hills of Arizona and northern California, but the majority of her experience is in North Texas, which she has called home for most of her life. She started teaching classes about 13 years ago and has compiled her teaching and foraging experience into an ebook, North Texas Edible Wild Plant Basics.
Spring Foraging Class Schedule 2026
Texas Foraging Academy – Spring Curriculum (March 20th-22nd)
The Texas Foraging Academy is a three-day, two-night immersive retreat designed for serious foragers and curious nature enthusiasts alike. It’s for those who want to truly learn how to ethically and sustainably utilize nature’s bounties. Guided by two of the region’s top experts in plant and mushroom identification with decades of combined experience, Courtney Taylor and Sebastian Tabibi, you’ll delve into the fascinating and often-overlooked ecosystems of North Texas.
Participate in a series of hands-on forays, engaging presentations, and live cooking demonstrations. This event isn’t just a class; it’s a chance to build a deeper relationship with the land and foster a vibrant community of fellow nature lovers. Every moment is crafted to inspire a lifelong passion for ethical foraging, from learning the fundamentals of mycology and plant anatomy to preparing the wild ingredients you find.
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Spring Foraging in Texas: An Introduction to Edible Mushrooms and Plants – April 4th
You’re invited to a full day of discovery at the beautiful Tree of Life Farm! Join two of the region’s top experts, Courtney Taylor and Sebastian Tabibi, for an immersive six-hour crash course dedicated to teaching you the essentials of Spring foraging in Texas. This event is a unique opportunity to learn from their years of combined experience, as they guide you through the natural world and help you identify and utilize the incredible bounties found growing from the forest floor.
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Foraging class – Canton (East Texas) – Saturday, April 25th
Learn edible and medicinal wild plant foraging on a lush, ecologically diverse private property in East Texas (Canton). You will get hands-on experience with a variety of wild edibles, including identification knowledge, edible and medicinal uses, and the opportunity to taste in-season edible species.
Foraging class – Ore City (East Texas) – Sunday, April 26th
Learn edible and medicinal wild plant foraging at an ecologically diverse private property in Ore City, north of Longview in East Texas. You will get hands-on experience with a variety of wild edibles, including identification knowledge, edible and medicinal uses, and the opportunity to taste in-season edible species.
Foraging class – Southlake (North Texas) – Sunday, May 3rd
Learn edible and medicinal wild plant foraging at the Bob Jones Nature Center & Preserve in Southlake, Texas. You will get hands-on experience with a variety of wild edibles, including identification knowledge, edible and medicinal uses, and the opportunity to taste in-season edible species.
North Texas Foraging Ebook
Courtney’s 63-page ebook, North Texas Edible Wild Plant Basics, is designed as a friendly introduction to 55 of the best wild edibles that grow in North Texas. Learn about the basics of identification and use, while getting to know these wonderful and useful plants like new friends!
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