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Inspiring, Educating, & Entertaining through the World of Mushrooms Call him the mushroom guy.

Mike Kempenich AKA “The Gentleman Forager” is an exotic mushroom cultivator, forager and wild foods distributor from Minneapolis, Minnesota, sometimes described as a leader in the locavore movement. He's spent several years introducing new audiences to his work through classes at the University of Minnesota and University of Wisconsin, television and radio shows, and print media. Dedicated to sharing his passion with others, Mike invites you to join him on his unique foraging experiences to learn more about the strange and beautiful world of mushrooms. More information about Mike and his company, Gentleman Forager, can be found on their website at www.gentlemanforager.com

10/31/2026

Taking the road less traveled...

10/30/2026

How was/is your chanterelle season?

10/27/2026

🍄 How many incredible mushrooms have you walked right past?

Once you know what to look for, a walk in the woods becomes something entirely different.

That’s why I created Gentleman Forager’s new Fungal Academy.

I’ve spent more than 40 years foraging and taught thousands of students—including at the University of Minnesota and University of Wisconsin. Now I’m bringing that experience to online courses you can take wherever you live, on your own schedule.

Start with four favorites: Morels, Chanterelles, Maitake, and Lobster Mushrooms.

Learn where to look, which identifying features matter, and how to recognize lookalikes. Then put your knowledge to work with photo-based field exercises and assessments.

🍄 One course: $29
🌲 All four: $99—save $17

There’s a lot waiting out there. Let me help you see it.

Explore the courses and enroll:

Photo-rich, self-paced mushroom identification courses from Gentleman Forager. Learn Lobster Mushroom, Maitake and Chanterelle field identification.

10/26/2026

Help me dream up our next shroom-related event. What would make you say, “I’m in!”?

People often ask me why I started doing the events we do. My answer is pretty simple... I like hunting mushrooms, I like good food and music, and I like meeting new and interesting people who enjoy those same things.

That’s where most of our events begin—with something that sounds fun. Sign up for our newsletter on the website to hear about our next winter event and come join us.

But first, throw your idea in the comments! A dinner? A class? Something we haven’t tried? Don’t worry about whether it’s practical yet. Tell me what YOU would want to come do!

10/19/2026

Celebrated Chef, Gary Krasner, saves the day!

10/16/2026

I'm digging the rain yesterday!!🍄😃

10/15/2026

I am so excited!! Let's close out the Minnesota season strong!😃👍🍄👊

10/10/2026

Lions mane AND giant puffball!😃🍄

10/08/2026

Take it slow...🤟🍄

10/05/2026

This Saturday is Gentleman Foragers last foray of the season. Come join us, discover what mushrooms are available this time of the year, and wrap up with some pizza in the woods! Tickets on the website.

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https://www.gentlemanforager.com/

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