Edible and Medicinal Plants of Golden Gate Park
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Discover the edible and medicinal plants growing in Golden Gate Park and learn how to identify them and explore their uses.
This hands-on urban foraging class is led by Erin McKinsey, a senior scientist, botanist, clinical herbalist, and educator with over a decade of experience teaching field courses, working with patients, and working in the dietary supplement industry. Erin will introduce you to botanical identification, natural medicine, and practical ways to incorporate wild plants into your diet and daily life.
This class is for educational purposes only. We will not harvest plants from the park.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Walking tour of Golden Gate Park
Not included
- Public transportation
Itinerary
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Stop 1
We will explore the bounty of edible and medicinal plants plants growing at Golden Gate Park. Spanning over 1,000 acres, Golden Gate Park is San Francisco's premier urban oasis, featuring lush gardens, scenic trails, world-class museums, and wide-open green spaces. It serves as an ideal backdrop for outdoor exploration, botanical walks, and nature education.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
The walk will be in the Golden Gate Park. We will meet at the parking lot on Chain of Lakes Drive East, between Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and John F. Kennedy Drive and then we will walk to Middle Lake together. The lot is directly across from Bercut Equitation Field.
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Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
- 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before
- May be cancelled for bad weather
- May be cancelled if there are not enough travelers
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Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $65.00 per person
- Free cancellation
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