How long does the tour take?
The whole tour takes 4 hours, give and take. The foraging experience is 3 hours, and we have 1 hour for lunch. If you have plenty of questions to ask after, we do not rush anyone and are here for you to answer them.

What should I wear?
Wear comfortable clothing suitable for different weather conditions and comfortable hiking shoes. If you need a hat, bring one.

What should I bring with me?
Bring a small basket and/or paper bags to put herbs and mushrooms in. Also, bring a small knife and scissors, wet wipes, a bottle of water, and bug spray if you have it. If not, we will provide you with one. Always bring your good spirits with you. 

Where do we go during the tour?
Our locations change depending on the season. We usually go to the ocean shore to identify and learn about different seaweeds and then to the woods to learn about trees, plants, flowers, and mushrooms.

What do we eat for lunch?
Our food is always prepared fresh and from local ingredients, and our menus vary depending on what is in season. One of our chefs prepares the food and serves it, sharing a little culinary story about every dish.
The Forage & Feast Package at Lacadie Vineyards includes a vegetarian lunch cooked and served by one of our Chefs.
The Bounty & Bloom package and the Lightfoot & Wolfville Winery prepare the lunch.
One of our chefs prepares Gather & Graze's lunch, which consists of a mix of vegetarian, local meat, and fish dishes.
-One of our sample menus from last year:
*Ukrainian Deviled Eggs
*Porcini & Black Trumpet Stew
*Rainbow Trout with Orange & Rosehip Salsa
*Potato & Chive Focaccia with Dulse Marmelade
*Roasted Dill Zucchini & Caramelized Onions
*Cardamom Cake with Plums & Walnuts

Do we cater for different food allergies and intolerances?
Yes, we do; you must let us know 3 days in advance. Unfortunately, we cannot cater to vegan diets.

Do all tour packages include wine in the price?
No, they do not. Gather & Graze has no wine during the tour.

What types of wines will we enjoy?
All wines are local.
During the tour, there will be one glass of sparkling wine and one red and white.
The wines may vary. All are local and organic, and at L'ACADIE Vinyeard's, the wines are biodynamic and vegan.

What size is the wine?
All wines will be served in 2oz pours.

Is the tour suitable for children?
Yes, absolutely. The tour is a fun way to enjoy it with the whole family. Make sure that the children are able to walk for three hours.

Is there a discount for children?
Children under years old can come for free.
Children from ages 5-10 have a 50% discount.
Children above the age of 10 pay full price.
The booking system is not set up for discounted prices. You can pay full price on the website and bring cash on the tour day to pay for your child.

Are there any snacks and drinks provided during the tour?
Yes, they are. Halfway through the tour, we always have a break and power balls made with different seasonal ingredients and seasonal lemonade (hot or cold, depending on the weather).

 

What is Forest Bathing and Grounding? What are its benefits, and does every tour include it? 
Forest Bathing, also known as Shinrin: Yoku, is a Japanese practice that involves immersing oneself in nature to improve physical and mental health. It is a Mindfulness practice of slowing down and connecting with nature around you.
Every tour package offers Forest Bathing during forest exploration. During this time, you will be encouraged to take off your shoes, ground, and earth and connect with Mother Earth through direct skin contact.
This practice offers various health benefits, including reduced inflammation, stress, and sleep. Walking barefoot allows the body to absorb electrons from the earth.
 
We cannot wait to welcome you to beautiful Nova Scotia and invite you to join us for our wonderful, educational, fun, and inspiring tour.