Guided Mushroom Tour — Index, Aug 22
August 22 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
$70.00
Join us to search the forests near Index for late-summer mushrooms. You will learn about key western Washington mushroom habitats, tree identification, the basics of identifying an unknown mushroom, and hopefully find some choice edible mushrooms such as chanterelles, lobster, chicken of the woods, and others.
DogsI’m sorry, no dogs on our tours in the national forest
What to Bring
- Footwear: Suitable for off-trail walking
- Attire: Weather appropriate (sun/rain/temperature)
- Navigation/Communication: Charged phone with offline maps (ask if needed)
- A basket or breathable bag for collecting
- Water and snacks
- Also Consider:
- A small folding knife
- Hiking pole (they can be easy to lose while foraging)
Book Your Spot
$70/personTicket sales have closed for this event.
Weather Policy: Tours run rain or shine in typical Pacific Northwest weather. Events may be canceled if unsafe conditions are forecast, and the tour will be rescheduled or refunded in full.
Exact Meetup Location: Provided to registered participants 24–48 hours before the tour. General area is Index, WA.
Road Conditions: Forest service roads are passable in low-clearance vehicles, but expect potholes and the occasional rock — just pick your line carefully.
Age & Fitness: Suitable for teens and adults comfortable with off-trail walking. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Common Questions
Is this suitable for complete beginners?
Absolutely. No foraging experience is needed — tours are designed to work for total beginners and experienced foragers alike. We start with the basics and build from there.Are you guaranteed to find mushrooms?
Foraging is a real outdoor experience, not a staged event — conditions vary and nature doesn’t guarantee finds. That said, we know where to look and the skills you’ll gain are yours to keep regardless of what we find. Most tours produce a good haul in season.What is the cancellation policy?
Tours run rain or shine in normal PNW conditions. If we need to cancel due to unsafe weather or low enrollment, you’ll receive a full refund or credit toward a future tour. Please contact us at least 48 hours in advance if you need to cancel your booking.Can I keep what we find?
Yes. Please get a positive ID from an expert before eating anything. Either confirm with your guide or email/txt photos to Jeremy.About The Host
Jeremy Collison
Founder of Salish Mushrooms. Teaching and guiding mushroom tours since 2019. Continuing Education instructor at North Seattle College, and creator of the Forayz mushroom map and ForayzU identification flashcards. See all upcoming tours & events.