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Backcountry Eats & Foraging Treats
Backcountry Eats & Foraging Treats
Backcountry Eats & Foraging Treats
Backcountry Eats & Foraging Treats
Backcountry Eats & Foraging Treats

Backcountry Eats & Foraging Treats

By Go Hike Alaska
10 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is $249 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
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  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Looking for a tasty tour that has a little of everything? Then spending time hiking, foraging and cooking with us is your go-to option. This is a great pick for families with younger kids, as pizza could be on the menu. On this one-of-a-kind daytrip, you’ll learn how to forage wild Alaskan edibles, experience world-class hiking, and learn the art of backcountry cooking. This tour is available in either Talkeetna or Anchorage!

Highlights:

• Experience a unique Alaskan activity with a skilled forager and guide!
• An enjoyable experience for everyone! Great for families with children.
• Partake in a past-time shared among all cultures.
• Learn about Alaska's foraging potential. Try wild greens, fungi and berries.
• Learn how to cook backcountry-style using fresh-foraged ingredients!
• Eat whatever we find!

NOTE: We'll show you what to pick, but guests must pick their own food.

Ready for a unique tour that you can savor for day to come? Come forage and cook with us today!

Activity location

  • Chugach State Park
    • 18620 Seward Highway
    • 99516, Anchorage, Alaska, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • William A. Egan Civic & Convention Center
    • 555 West 5th Avenue
    • 99501, Anchorage, Alaska, United States

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Anchorage Location
  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Chugach State Park

Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00am
Price details
$249.00 x 1 Adult$249.00
Total
Price is $249.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedAll gear and equipment provided
  • What's includedWhat's includedWe'll have hot drinks ready if you'd like.
  • What's includedWhat's includedWe'll forage and cook what we find!

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • No experience required, but you should be able to walk at least 3 miles on flat pavement, or 2.5 miles of uneven rolling terrain over the course of 2 hours. Some parts of the trail are steep and hilly, placing additional stress on areas of the body not impacted by level terrain. Not recommended for those with cardiac or respiratory issues/illness. May be difficult for those with severe joint issues.
  • Participation waiver signature required prior to departure.
  • If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know.

Activity itinerary

Chugach State Park
  • 4h
(ANCHORAGE LOCATION) Upon arrival at your designated location, our experienced guide(s) will let you know what to expect, and give you tips for spending the day safely in the Alaskan wilderness. Then, we will hit the trails in search of Alaska's finest ingredients. Depending on the season, we could uncover wild greens, edible wildflowers, fiddlehead ferns, fireweed shoots, mushrooms, berries, and so much more. All of which we can take back to the campsite for education on how to prepare, cook, and eat using backcountry equipment and supplies. Finally, after a delicious backcountry dessert our guides will say goodbye, and it is on to your lodging destination for a relaxing end to your dream-day. Transportation included in total time of tour: (1 hour transportation & 4 hours hiking, foraging, and cooking)

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESChugach State Park
    • 18620 Seward Highway
    • 99516, Anchorage, Alaska, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEWilliam A. Egan Civic & Convention Center
    • 555 West 5th Avenue
    • 99501, Anchorage, Alaska, United States

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