Salem Forest Lore Tour

Overview

Unlike any walking tour in Salem, the Forest Lore Tour takes you outside the heart of downtown and into one of the few remaining wild places in the area, where you learn from a practicing Witch, what it means to experience real magic, why nature is so important, and how to incorporate ancient knowledge into modern life.

Wear your hiking boots and bring your curiosity! This is a one-mile, guided hike that takes to you the crossroads of science, history, and philosophy in Salem Woods. Rain or shine, but we can't operate in snow due to trail conditions.

City: Salem

Sat 21 Sep

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Starting at $33.00

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Sat 21 Sep

Starting at $33.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

(free upon request)

rain poncho (as needed)

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Our guides are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Please visit https://www.salem.org/blog/covid19/ for the latest visitor requirements.

What To Expect

Salem

Step away from the bustle of downtown and walk with the Mushroom Witch through magical Salem Woods. Learn about healing plants, witchcraft, folklore, ecology, and the natural history of this enchanting city.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (199)

Carole_S

Oct 2020

I really enjoyed it my only criticism would be that the tour guides should go out ahead of the tour time, especially if it rained for a couple of days. Part of the trail was covered in water and very difficult to get through. A couple of people in my group had on sneakers. Their feet got wet. Unnie and Jason were very nice. Unnie was very knowledgeable. She also gave everyone a little gift bag with a crystal, which I thought was very thoughtful. Maybe in the future they will be able to extend the length of the tour to maybe a mile and a half to 2 miles but I loved being outside.

Global624613

Oct 2020

Turned out to be a beautiful October day. The guide Uni and Jamie were awesome. Made you feel very comfortable walking in some witchy woods. Be careful... the trail is not for the light footed. Some up hills and rooted and rocky pathways. Def wear hiking boots if you can. If your looking for an hour full of nature advice and some Salem woods history this is the perfect tour. Had a blast!!!! Thank you Uni the Mushroom Queen and Jamie your Forrest King! Until the next time. Be well.

542terrif

Oct 2020

Eunie was incredibly patient and lovely. We got lost and were a bit late but she was super cool (as was the other person). We also have a 4 year old in our family and this tour allowed small kids. I really loved the walk in the woods, the messaging around oneness with nature and of course, the lore. The forest was beautiful, especially in the fall. Eunie knows much about plants, citizen science and especially mushrooms. It was fun to follow a witch into the woods.