Foraging Hike and Wild Food Tasting Workshop

Forage your way to a waterfall and taste wild seasonal flavors in Sierra Madre!



3 hours Location Sierra Madre Class size 1 to 15 (public classes), 5 to 30   $57 - $65 (Earlybird price of $57 applies if you book into a public session 14+ days ahead, otherwise $65 per guest when you book for 1+ guests, $57/guest for 4+ guests)

Mugwart

Mugwart

A hardy, aromatic perennial herb used traditionally for digestive issues, menstrual regulation, and sedative-like effects to aid sleep or induce vivid dreams. Often used in culinary applications, teas, and Traditional Chinese Medicine (moxibustion), it is rich in antioxidants and potentially anti-inflammatory compounds


Elderflowers

Elderflowers

a large, multi-stemmed shrub known for its white flowers and dark berries, used in food, drink, and traditional medicine


Clingweed

Clingweed

Commonly known as Cleavers (Galium aparine), sticky willy, or goosegrass—is fully edible and highly nutritious, often used in spring salads or cooked like spinach.


Sturtevant falls

Sturtevant Falls

scenic waterfall in the Big Santa Anita Canyon within the Angeles National Forest, accessible via a 3.3 to 3.6-mile roundtrip hike from the Chantry Flats trailhead.


Lace up your boots and turn a beautiful trail into a delicious classroom! This guided hike covers 3.5 miles round trip through the San Gabriel Mountains to Sturtevant Falls, with an edible plant educator leading the way. Along shaded canyon trails, flowing creek crossings and lush riparian landscape, you'll learn to see the outdoors through a whole new lens.
Foraging is all about curiosity and care, and you'll get plenty of both. You'll discover how to identify wild edible plants safely and responsibly, what makes a plant edible or useful, and which wild and feral foods may be growing nearby. You'll also chat about the ethics of interacting with wild spaces, deepening your relationship with the land as you go. Along the route, a curated seasonal tasting lets you connect flavor with place in a tangible, memorable way.
This is one of the loveliest hikes with waterfalls in Los Angeles, and the falls make a gorgeous spot to pause in nature. Curious beginners, food lovers, foragers and nature enthusiasts will all feel right at home. If you're after meaningful things to do in Los Angeles that get you outside, this one is a winner. Grab a friend, add it to your list of date ideas and come taste the wild side!

Upcoming dates for Foraging Hike and Wild Food Tasting Workshop

Times are Los Angeles time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 6:56pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

1 upcoming date between 6 Dec 2026 and 6 Dec 2026.

  • Sun, Dec 6 2026, 11am-2pm
What you'll get
  • A guided 3.5 mile round trip hike to Sturtevant Falls
  • A curated seasonal wild food tasting along the trail!
  • Practical skills for identifying wild edible plants safely
  • Insight into foraging ethics and ecological awareness
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Knowledge required
A moderate level of hiking ability is needed
What to bring
  • Plenty of water
  • Sturdy hiking shoes
  • Bug spray and sunscreen
  • A notebook for plant notes and recipes
  • Your curiosity for all things wild!
Location

Sturtevant Falls, Santa Anita, Sierra Madre, CA 91024

Parking isn't easy, come early or park at Grocery Outlet and Uber up.

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  • 5/5 from Tara Strand, attended Sep 2026: This was a wonderful introductory class on native, edible plants and their uses. Charlie Ray was a fun host who treated us to a delicious spread to start us off, and made sure that the knowledge we were gaining was as ingrained as possible! The falls at the end of the hike are a huge treat too. Had a great time!
  • 5/5 from Justin Yee, attended Sep 2026: Charli is very knowledgeable and can answer questions that deviate from the curriculum well too.
  • 5/5 from Manuel Perez, attended May 2026: Beyond my expectations, not only did I learn about identifying plants. My favorite hiking location is so much different to me now. Realizing there is so much more to learn, a bit more I know, but best of all the new friends I made thank you so much for sharing chef…
  • 5/5 from Ivan Perez, attended May 2026: It was an amazing class, what nature has to offer is incredible. Love it
Your teacher

Chef Charlie Ray
Chef Charlie Ray

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Instagram followers 3k followers
female Women-owned

Chef Charlie Ray is a passionate, joyful culinary explorer whose heart and kitchen are rooted in soulful creativity, sustainability, and community. With Swedish and Black American heritage shaping their journey, Charlie brings playful curiosity and deep respect for food to everything they do -- from foraging wild ingredients to crafting bold, real-flavored dishes and teaching hands-on workshops that invite everyone to cook with confidence and joy.
Seen on Food Network, Roku and Amazon Prime UK, Charlie’s vibrant approach is all about celebration, connection, and making food that brings people together.

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