5x wild-picking experiences in the Netherlands

Discover the secrets of wild herbs, flowers, berries and mushrooms during the six-hour workshop 'Star Level Wild Picking' by Edwin Flores in Ressen. An experienced game picker, Edwin has been selecting nature's best gems for various star chefs for years. Now he is happy to share his knowledge and experience with you. Together, you will search for seasonal treasures from nature and learn how to transform them into delicious dishes. And as if that is not great enough, you can also enjoy a fantastic lunch after the walk.

Casa Foresta offers various workshops that invite you to discover nature's hidden treasures, ranging from wild picking to searching for seaweed. They inspire you to become who you naturally are: a green hunter-gatherer. After all, it used to be quite normal to keep yourself alive by collecting edibles. So embrace your primal instincts and join the journey!

Be enchanted by the magical world of mushrooms during De Wilde School's 'Edible Mushroom Walk'. Guided by Reinier, you will go on a walk in the surroundings of Apeldoorn or Lage Vuursche, where you will learn how mushrooms and fungi connect and nourish the forest. An important part of this walk of up to four kilometres is learning to recognise edible mushrooms and avoid poisonous varieties. During the walk, Reinier also shares the historical and cultural role mushrooms have played in our lives for centuries. I'm sure you'll go home satisfied, inspired and wiser after wild-picking.

De Wilde School focuses on sharing knowledge and experiences of nature and wild plants. They organise various activities, workshops and courses to make people aware of nature and inspire them to make a deeper connection with the natural world.

Dive into the world of herbs during a special herbal walk in Leerdam by De Kruidenbrouwerij. During this walk of about 1.5 hours, a new world will open up for you. Along the way, you will learn about various herbs and their medicinal properties, while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Leerdam. After the walk, you will prepare your own feast with the picked herbs. The workshop is on request and from six people onwards. It is even possible to organise the workshop at your own location. Enrich your knowledge and discover herbs that give your dishes a delicious flavour.

De Kruidenbrouwerij believes in the power of natural remedies and the healing properties of herbs. They strive to make people aware of the value of herbs and how to use them. They do this by organising workshops and activities that take you on a magical journey through the world of herbs.

Go on an adventure with the wild picking walks of In Het Wilde Weg in Vries, in beautiful North Drenthe. Learn the rules of safe wild picking and discover how to enjoy the abundance of nature in a responsible and sustainable way. Along the way, you will pass dandelions, nettles, dogstraw and plantain. The experienced guide will show you the beauty of nature, which will make you look at roadsides, fields and even your own garden in a different way. This special experience takes about two hours and is definitely worthwhile.

In Het Wilde Weg is an organisation that offers annual courses, wild-picking excursions, cooking workshops and canoe trips in enchanting Drenthe. They invite you to discover the riches of nature in a unique and active way. The passionate guides know exactly how to strengthen the connection between people and nature.

Be guided by Jacqueline Stammeijer, a passionate wild herbs expert and biodynamic gardener, during Shinrin Yoku Academy's 'Wild Picking Workshop'. On the beautiful Duivenvoorde estate in Voorschoten, you will be introduced to the rhythm of the seasons. While wildpicking, discover which plants are edible, learn about their flavours and their effects on the body. You will end this valuable workshop with a relaxing moment where you enjoy your own wild-picking tea and a tasty seasonal snack prepared with wild herbs.

Shinrin Yoku Academy is the oldest school for forest bathing in the Netherlands and Belgium, where they invite you to discover the healing power of the forest and experience a deeper connection with yourself. This involves full immersion in nature, slowing down our pace and consciously connecting to the healing energy of the forest.