ACTIVITIES

The Wild Harvest Festival offers a variety of ways to learn, explore, connect, and experience the wild places of Haida Gwaii. From guided walks and hands-on workshops to talks, tastings, and outdoor forays, there’s something for everyone.

 

Guided Walks

Join one of our guides for a walk along the shore or through the forests around our community.

Our guides are not necessarily professional botanists or naturalists. They are local people with a passion for the outdoors and a willingness to share their knowledge and enthusiasm for the wilderness.

• Walks are generally limited to 15 participants.

• Most walks leave from the parking lot in front of the Community Hall.

• Walks typically last 20 minutes to one hour.

• Sign-up sheets are available on the day of the Festival. We do not take advance bookings for guided walks; spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Guided walks are usually free of charge.

Our guides are usually volunteers, although some may receive a stipend for their involvement. A donation jar will be available during the Festival for anyone who would like to help support future editions of the event.

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Talks & Presentations

Our more formal talks and presentations are led by people with knowledge or expertise in a particular field. Take a seat and settle in as our speakers share their experience, research, stories, and insights.

• Talks and presentations are free of charge.

• Speakers typically receive a stipend for their participation.

• Presentations generally last 15 minutes to one hour

• They may include the use of a PA system.

A donation jar will be available for visitors who would like to contribute toward organizing future Festivals.

 

Table Talks

Table talks are informal, short presentations that take place around a display or vendor table.

These casual conversations offer a chance to learn directly from people sharing their knowledge, products, collections, or experiences at the Festival. Table talks can last anywhere from a few minutes to around 20 minutes and will be announced over the PA system throughout the day.​

Workshops

Our workshops are designed to be hands-on, combining presentation with demonstration and plenty of opportunities to learn by doing.

Participants are encouraged to get involved, ask questions, and try things for themselves.

For photography workshops, please bring your own camera and be prepared to head outdoors with the workshop leader.

• Workshops can require an online registration, visit the Schedule page regularly and follow our FB page to see what's coming up this year.

• Details and any applicable fees will also be indicated in the Festival schedule.

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Samplings

Some of the best ways to discover wild foods are to taste them!

At our sampling activities, visitors can try a selection of wild foods, drinks, and other creations. These tastings are an opportunity to discover new flavours and perhaps challenge your palate with something unexpected.

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Forays

A foray is an outing into the wild to gather and learn about wild ingredients—particularly mushrooms. Along the way, participants have the opportunity to examine their finds and learn about identification in the field.

Forays include transportation and have limited capacity, depending on the vehicle being used.

Please bring:

• Your own knife and collecting bag or bucket

• Sturdy footwear

• Water and snacks

• Rain gear suitable for the weather

Advance registration is required for Forays. Visit the Foray page for details.

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Slideshows and Movies

The Festival may feature some photography slideshows. We also occasionally screen films and documentaries exploring wild harvesting, foraging, nature, and related topics. Slideshows and movies are generally free of charge. Donations are welcome to help us continue bringing these experiences to the Festival in future years.