Group Workshops
Coastal Foraging and Exploration Workshops are live for April and May 2024!
All group workshops below are specially designed to be around times of low tides (sorry for the early mornings). To book private excursions, please read info here. Be sure to check out the FAQs page.
More workshops will pop up as time goes on, be sure you’re on the newsletter to be the first in the know.
Upcoming Workshops
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Razor Clamming
This workshop will introduce students to beach front intertidal environment of the Oregon Coast. We will be digging Razor Clams on the beach front in Seaside, OR. Students will learn about the different environments of various clam species as well as the clamming industry along the Oregon Coast.
Bay Clamming
Gather in Garibaldi to learn about the ecology and oceanography of the Tillamook Bay. We will discuss the conditions that allow clams to inhabit this area as well as conditions that allow us to forage. Learn sustainable and proper harvest techniques, preparation and storage of cockle clams. Bring your own clam rake (: Gather your own harvest to take home.
Oregon Seaweed Farm Tour
Pacific Dulse is a regenerative, nutrient-rich crop native to Oregon. Oregon Seaweed is growing dulse in tanks on land in Garibaldi, OR. Come learn about the industry of seaweed farming, and the environmental benefits, with Alanna who has been farming seaweed for 2+ years. Students will be able to harvest their own seaweed to take home.
Folk & Forage, Sea Vegetables and The Intertidal
Bringing the ocean to the forest, well, because our forests don’t simply end at the coastline, but continue on into the sea in the form of kelps and seaweed! This workshop is an introduction to oceanography, coastal ecology, including the edible shellfish and seaweeds that line our shores from coast based marine biologist and seaweed farmer, Alanna Kieffer of Shifting Tides. We will discuss the abundance, diversity, safety, and seasonality of sea vegetables and shellfish, with a seaweed touch tank and identification workshop!
Seaweed Foraging
A chance to explore to rocky shores and learn how to identify and sustainably harvest wild seaweeds. This workshop will go over general oceanography, intertidal ecology, with a focus on identification of wild seaweeds, sustainable harvest methods, and common processing and preservation techniques. The Pacific Northwest is home to some of the most biodiverse intertidal systems, and more kelp species than anywhere else on earth - come learn about them!
This class will be near Garibaldi, OR.
Bay Clamming
Gather in Garibaldi to learn about the ecology and oceanography of the Tillamook Bay. We will discuss the conditions that allow clams to inhabit this area as well as conditions that allow us to forage. Learn sustainable and proper harvest techniques, preparation and storage of cockle clams. Bring your own clam rake (: Gather your own harvest to take home.
Oregon Seaweed Farm Tour
Pacific Dulse is a regenerative, nutrient-rich crop native to Oregon. Oregon Seaweed is growing dulse in tanks on land in Garibaldi, OR. Come learn about the industry of seaweed farming, and the environmental benefits, with Alanna who has been farming seaweed for 2+ years. Students will be able to harvest their own seaweed to take home.
Seaweed Foraging
A chance to explore to rocky shores and learn how to identify and sustainably harvest wild seaweeds. This workshop will go over general oceanography, intertidal ecology, with a focus on identification of wild seaweeds, sustainable harvest methods, and common processing and preservation techniques. The Pacific Northwest is home to some of the most biodiverse intertidal systems, and more kelp species than anywhere else on earth - come learn about them!
This class will be near Garibaldi, OR.
Mussel & Intertidal Forage
Come foraging for mussels! This workshop will introduce students to rocky intertidal ecosystems of the Oregon Coast. We will discuss tides, ocean conditions, safety, and sustainability with a focus on foraging mussels and barnacles.
Seaweed Foraging
A chance to explore to rocky shores and learn how to identify and sustainably harvest wild seaweeds. This workshop will go over general oceanography, intertidal ecology, with a focus on identification of wild seaweeds, sustainable harvest methods, and common processing and preservation techniques. The Pacific Northwest is home to some of the most biodiverse intertidal systems, and more kelp species than anywhere else on earth - come learn about them!
This class will be near Cannon Beach, OR.
Bay Clamming
Gather in Garibaldi to learn about the ecology and oceanography of the Tillamook Bay. We will discuss the conditions that allow clams to inhabit this area as well as conditions that allow us to forage. Learn sustainable and proper harvest techniques, preparation and storage of cockle clams. Bring your own clam rake (: Gather your own harvest to take home.
Oregon Seaweed Farm Tour
Pacific Dulse is a regenerative, nutrient-rich crop native to Oregon. Oregon Seaweed is growing dulse in tanks on land in Garibaldi, OR. Come learn about the industry of seaweed farming, and the environmental benefits, with Alanna who has been farming seaweed for 2+ years. Students will be able to harvest their own seaweed to take home.
Seaweed Foraging
A chance to explore to rocky shores and learn how to identify and sustainably harvest wild seaweeds. This workshop will go over general oceanography, intertidal ecology, with a focus on identification of wild seaweeds, sustainable harvest methods, and common processing and preservation techniques. The Pacific Northwest is home to some of the most biodiverse intertidal systems, and more kelp species than anywhere else on earth - come learn about them!
This class will be near Cannon Beach, OR.
Mussel & Intertidal Forage
Come foraging for mussels! This workshop will introduce students to rocky intertidal ecosystems of the Oregon Coast. We will discuss tides, ocean conditions, safety, and sustainability with a focus on foraging mussels and barnacles.
Tidepool Exploration (lowest tide of June!)
This workshop will immerse students in the rocky intertidal ecosystems of the Oregon Coast. Spend time exploring the nooks and crannies of the rocky shores looking for critters of all sizes.
Mussel & Intertidal Forage
Come foraging for mussels! This workshop will introduce students to rocky intertidal ecosystems of the Oregon Coast. We will discuss tides, ocean conditions, safety, and sustainability with a focus on foraging mussels and barnacles.
Crabbing on the Tillamook Bay
Join to learn the ins and outs of crabbing, while hearing about how the Dungeness Crab industry shapes Oregon's coastal economy.
Sunset Mussel & Intertidal Forage
Come foraging for mussels! This workshop will introduce students to rocky intertidal ecosystems of the Oregon Coast. We will discuss tides, ocean conditions, safety, and sustainability with a focus on foraging mussels and barnacles.
Seaweed Cyanotypes
Come learn about the process and techniques to make cyanotypes using a collection of pressed seaweeds and PNW flora.
Seaweed Cyanotyping
Come make your own seaweed cyanotypes! A cyanotype is a photographic blueprint made through a chemical reaction between UV light and chemically coated paper. Cyanotypes have been a form of scientific documentation for seaweed, terrestrial plants, and natural specimens since they were invented in the 1700s and were actually the original form of photographic printing. Come learn about the process and techniques to make cyanotypes using a collection of pressed seaweeds and PNW flora. Your hosts and teachers will be Sam Block, wood worker, photographer, and owner of Block Studio alongside Alanna Kieffer, marine biologist, educator, seaweed farmer, and owner of Shifting Tides. This workshop will be held at Bacana, a community coworking space in Cannon Beach.
Fall Forage & Feast (round 2!)
Join marine biologist Alanna Kieffer, forest ecologist Lorelle Sherman, and wild foods chef Cameron Dunlap for a fall edition of Coastal Forage and Foray. This experience will take you on an in depth exploration of the diverse shores, lush forests, and abundant wild foods the Oregon Coast has to offer. Together, Lorelle, Alanna, and Cameron have over 20 years of foraging experience and cannot wait to share the experience with you.
Nutrition & Foraging
Get ready for an epic lesson on nutrition, biology, oceanography, and so much more! This is a live in-person class hosted by Georgie and Alanna. We will discuss the nutrition and energy in seafood, mitochondrial health, species diversity & abundance, as well as hands-on foraging techniques for shellfish and seaweed.
Shellfish & Seaweeds with The Salmonberry Restaurant
Schedule:
8am-11am: Intertidal Foraging
11am-12pm: Break, travel to Wheeler, OR
12-2pm: Foraged Lunch and Cider @ The Salmonberry
$150 per person
Come forage for mussels with a marine biologist and chef! A collaboration with one of the most special restaurants on the coast, hyper local and inspired by the seasons, The Salmonberry only serves the freshest produce and seafood from nearby farms and fisherman. Enjoy the intertidal with marine biologist and seaweed farmer Alanna Kieffer, as well as head chef and forager Charles Lutka of The Salmonberry. We’ll discuss oceanography, coastal ecology, and go through safety and sustainability of foraging. Charles will speak to the culinary uses and unique aspects of the shellfish and seaweeds of the area. (Live seaweed harvesting season is closed so this will only discussed). We will then venture to the deck of The Salmonberry, overlooking the beautiful Nehalem River where Charles will prepare a lunch with foraged mussels, clams and locally farmed pacific dulse seaweed.
Lunch Menu:
coming soon
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Mussel Harvesting and Cooking Demonstration
Come see a sustainable mussel harvesting demonstration on the rocky shores. Alanna will gather mussels which will be prepared beachside, and paired with local bread and cider.
Coastal Forage and Foray
Morchella Restaurant will be partnering with local scientist and foragers Lorelle Morel and Alanna Kieffer to offer an immersive foraging and culinary experience. Between Chef Cameron and the foragers, they hold over 30 years of experience using and learning about wild foods in our environment. The event will start out with a full foraging class showcasing coastal foraging, and will be followed by a cocktail hour and a beautiful dinner prepared by Chef Cameron in the Historic US Coast Guard Boathouse on the Garibaldi Pier. Join us for this rare foraging and dining experience. There will be very limited amounts of seats for this intimate event so book your spot soon!
Winter Waters x Oregon Seaweed farm tour
Pacific Dulse is a regenerative, nutrient-rich crop native to Oregon. Oregon Seaweed is growing dulse in tanks on land in Garibaldi, OR. Come learn about the industry of seaweed farming, and the environmental benefits, with Alanna who has been farming seaweed for 2+ years. Students will be able to harvest their own seaweed to take home as well as see a cooking demonstration with fresh dulse.
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Tidepooling
This workshop will immerse students in the rocky intertidal ecosystems of the Oregon Coast. We will discuss tides, ocean conditions, and safety and etiquette on the rocks. Dive into details on specific organisms and species interactions that make up the general ecology of our intertidal ecosystems. Spend time exploring the nooks and crannies of the rocky shores looking for critters of all sizes.
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Mussel Foraging
Come foraging for mussels! This workshop will introduce students to the diverse and abundant rocky intertidal ecosystems of the Oregon Coast. We will discuss tides, ocean conditions, as well as safety and etiquette on the rocks. There will be a focus on foraging mussels and other edibles including barnacles, and seaweed (seaweed is dependent on the season, ONLY March-June 15).
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Bay Clamming
Gather in Garibaldi to learn about the ecology and oceanography of the Tillamook Bay. We will discuss the conditions that allow multiple clam species to inhabit the bay as well as conditions that allow us to forage. Learn sustainable and proper harvest techniques, preparation and storage of raking for cockle clams.
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Seaweed ID
Oregon’s rocky shores are covered in a diverse array of seaweeds. Look into the intricate and distinctive patterns that make up each group. Learn how seaweed is classified as well as how to identify a few local species. Compare sea vegetables with tastings on the beach.
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Crabbing
Spend a day along the shores of the Tillamook Bay. Oregon is home to one of the most beloved shellfish worldwide, the Dungeness Crab! Join to learn the ins and outs of crabbing while hearing about the crabbing industry as a whole and how it shapes Oregon's coastal economy. You will learn about different crabbing techniques as well as how to identify different crabs species and legal size and sex limits.
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Razor Clamming
This workshop includes Razor Clamming in Oregon. Students will be introduced to intertidal ecosystems of the Oregon Coast. We will discuss tides, ocean conditions, and safety. Learn how to identify clam holes and how to properly dig for eazors.
