# No Taste Like Home > No Taste Like Home is a tour company specializing in forage-to-table adventures, offering foraging tours, classes, and wild food experiences in and around Asheville, North Carolina. ## Booking Portal - [Booking Portal] (https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/notastelikehome/) : A FareHarbor-powered booking portal for No Taste Like Home. ## Activities & Experiences - [All Tours] (https://notastelikehome.org/all-tours-2/) : Overview page listing all current activities and wild food tours offered by No Taste Like Home. - [Calendar] (https://notastelikehome.org/all-tours-calendar/) : Tours calendar showing upcoming foraging tours and experiences. - [Foraging Tour] (https://notastelikehome.org/foraging-tour/) : Three-hour guided foraging tour to uncover edible greens, berries, mushrooms, flowers, nuts, and roots. - [Gift Cards & Season Passes] (https://notastelikehome.org/gift-cards-season-passes/) : Information on using gift cards and discounted season passes for public tours and classes. - [Morel and Ramp Tour] (https://notastelikehome.org/morel-and-ramp-tour/) : Seasonal tour focused on morels and ramps, typically running about four weeks in spring. - [Private Tour] (https://notastelikehome.org/private-tour/) : Private woodland foraging experiences for groups, gathering edible wild plants and mushrooms near Asheville. - [Tour Directions] (https://notastelikehome.org/tour-directions/) : General information on how tour locations and directions are provided before each outing. - [Tours] (https://notastelikehome.org/tours/) : General tours page introducing the foraging experiences available. - [What’s in My Yard?] (https://notastelikehome.org/yard/) : Activity offering expert-led identification of wild foods growing on your property. - [Wild Food Class] (https://notastelikehome.org/unca/) : Wild food courses offered in conjunction with UNC Asheville. - [Wild Food Stroll] (https://notastelikehome.org/wild-food-stroll/) : Shorter guided stroll to meet and taste common wild edible plants and mushrooms. - [Wild Mushrooms: A Taste of Enchantment] (https://notastelikehome.org/wild-mushrooms-a-taste-of-enchantment/) : Information about mushroom-focused experiences and seasonality. - [Class Descriptions] (https://notastelikehome.org/class-descriptions/) : Descriptions of topical wild food classes such as wild food as medicine and foraged mead making. - [Hosting Tours] (https://notastelikehome.org/hosting-tours/) : Information for landowners interested in hosting wild food walks on their property. - [Off the Eaten Path] (https://notastelikehome.org/off-the-eaten-path/) : Page related to themed foraging or experience content. - [Our Tours] (https://notastelikehome.org/our-tours/) : Guidance on how to choose the wild food tour that best fits your interests. - [Review Us] (https://notastelikehome.org/review-us/) : Page directing guests to leave reviews and feedback after their tours. ## Plan Your Visit - [Asheville] (https://notastelikehome.org/asheville/) : Suggestions for things to see and do in Asheville, including local food, drink, and outdoor activities. - [Bald Mountain Creek] (https://notastelikehome.org/bald-mountain-creek-directions/) : Driving directions and notes for reaching the Bald Mountain Creek tour location. - [Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary] (https://notastelikehome.org/beaver-lake/) : Directions to Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary meeting location. - [Black Mountain] (https://notastelikehome.org/mtn-home/) : Directions to the Black Mountain Home location. - [Black Mountain Community Garden] (https://notastelikehome.org/black-mountain-community-garden-directions/) : Directions to the Black Mountain community garden tour site. - [Black Mountain Community Garden] (https://notastelikehome.org/bmc-garden/) : Additional directions to Black Mountain Community Garden. - [Bullington] (https://notastelikehome.org/bullington-gardens-directions/) : Directions to Bullington Gardens location. - [Camp Green Cove] (https://notastelikehome.org/camp-green-cove-directions/) : Directions for reaching Camp Green Cove. - [Camp Grier] (https://notastelikehome.org/camp-grier-directions/) : Directions to Camp Grier tour meeting point. - [Camp Rockmont] (https://notastelikehome.org/camp-rockmont-directions/) : Directions to Camp Rockmont in Black Mountain, NC. - [Carver Edible Park] (https://notastelikehome.org/carver-park/) : Directions to Carver Edible Park in Asheville. - [Catawba Falls] (https://notastelikehome.org/catawba-falls-directions/) : Directions and timing notes for Catawba Falls outings. - [Christian Marr] (https://notastelikehome.org/christian/) : Bio of Christian Marr, a foraging tour guide with No Taste Like Home, including background and interests. - [Cloud Nine Farm] (https://notastelikehome.org/cloud-nine/) : Directions to Cloud Nine Farm tour location. - [Corner Rock Creek] (https://notastelikehome.org/corner-rock-creek-directions/) : Directions to Corner Rock Creek meeting area. - [Earthaven] (https://notastelikehome.org/earthaven-ecovillage-directions/) : Detailed directions to Earthaven Ecovillage, including notes about limited GPS and cell service. - [Farm Education Center] (https://notastelikehome.org/sahc/) : Directions to the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy Farm Education Center. - [Fiddler’s Green Farm] (https://notastelikehome.org/fiddlers-green/) : Directions to Fiddler’s Green Farm near Marshall, NC. - [Foster Creek] (https://notastelikehome.org/foster-creek/) : Directions to Foster Creek, including reminders about limited cell service. - [Green River Cove] (https://notastelikehome.org/green-river-cove-directions/) : Directions to the Green River Cove location. - [Harrill Land] (https://notastelikehome.org/harrill-land-directions/) : Directions and carpooling notes for Harrill Land. - [Hawk & Hawthorne] (https://notastelikehome.org/hawk-hawthorne-directions/) : Directions to The Hawk & Hawthorne in Barnardsville, NC. - [Haw Creek] (https://notastelikehome.org/haw-creek/) : Directions to Haw Creek in Asheville. - [Highland Lake Cove] (https://notastelikehome.org/highland-lake-cove/) : Directions to Highland Lake Cove in Flat Rock, NC. - [Holly Road] (https://notastelikehome.org/holly-road/) : Directions to Holly Road location, with notes about cell service. - [Kanuga] (https://notastelikehome.org/kanuga/) : Directions to Kanuga and reminders to save directions due to limited service. - [Kellogg Nature Trails] (https://notastelikehome.org/kellogg/) : Directions to UNCA Kellogg Nature Trails near Hendersonville, NC. - [Lytle Cove] (https://notastelikehome.org/lytle-cove/) : Directions to Lytle Cove in Swannanoa, NC. - [Montreat Campground] (https://notastelikehome.org/montreat-campground/) : Directions to Montreat Campground. - [Montreat – Campus] (https://notastelikehome.org/montreat-campus-directions/) : Detailed driving directions to the Montreat campus area, with warnings about GPS and cell coverage. - [Montreat- Lookout] (https://notastelikehome.org/montreat-lookout-directions/) : Directions to the Montreat Lookout Trail meeting point. - [Morel & Ramp Tour] (https://notastelikehome.org/morel-directions/) : Directions to the Morel & Ramp Tour location. - [Mountain Light Sanctuary] (https://notastelikehome.org/mountain-light-sanctuary-directions/) : Directions to Mountain Light Sanctuary northeast of Asheville. - [Old Bethlehem] (https://notastelikehome.org/old-bethlehem/) : Directions to Old Bethlehem location. - [Olivette Farm] (https://notastelikehome.org/olivette-farm-directions/) : Directions to Olivette Farm. - [Omni Grove Park Inn Directions] (https://notastelikehome.org/ogpi-direct/) : Directions to the Omni Grove Park Inn meeting deck. - [Reeve’s Farm] (https://notastelikehome.org/reeves-farm/) : Directions to Reeve’s Farm in Leicester, NC. - [Sourwood Inn] (https://notastelikehome.org/sourwood-inn-directions/) : Directions to Sourwood Inn location. - [Small Measure] (https://notastelikehome.org/small-measure/) : Directions to Small Measure Farm. - [Spring Hollow] (https://notastelikehome.org/spring_hollow/) : Directions to Spring Hollow, with notes on limited service and taxi planning. - [Wyldhaven II] (https://notastelikehome.org/wyldhaven-2/) : Directions to Wyldhaven II, southeast of Asheville. - [Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary] (https://notastelikehome.org/beaver-lake/) : Directions to Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary meeting point. - [Black Mountain II] (https://notastelikehome.org/bm-2/) : Directions to a Black Mountain Home location. - [Bald Mountain Creek] (https://notastelikehome.org/bald-mountain-creek-directions/) : Directions to Bald Mountain Creek tour area. ## Wild Food Resources - [75 Wild and Feral Foods] (https://notastelikehome.org/75-wild-feral-foods/) : List of common and easy-to-harvest wild edibles in Western North Carolina, with safety reminders. - [Harvest Calendar] (https://notastelikehome.org/calendar/) : Seasonal calendar listing over 300 wild edibles in Western North Carolina and when to harvest them. - [How to Forage Safely] (https://notastelikehome.org/how-to-forage-safely/) : Safety guidelines emphasizing learning from experts before eating or gathering wild plants and mushrooms. - [Links] (https://notastelikehome.org/links/) : Curated list of external resources for learning more about foraging and related topics. - [Property Survey Instructions] (https://notastelikehome.org/survey-instructions/) : Instructions and safety notes for property surveys that identify edible, medicinal, and toxic species. - [Top 150 Wild Foods in WNC] (https://notastelikehome.org/providence/) : List of the 150 most common wild edibles in Western North Carolina, with references to related lists. - [Top Wild Foods] (https://notastelikehome.org/top-wild-foods/) : Overview of the most abundant wild plants and mushrooms that make up the majority of edible volume in the area. - [Wild Food as Medicine] (https://notastelikehome.org/2018/03/02/wild-food-as-medicine/) : Blog post discussing the concept of wild food as medicine and related classes. - [Time to Eat the Neighbors] (https://notastelikehome.org/viljoen/) : Review of the book “Forage, Harvest, Feast: A Wild-Inspired Cuisine,” including its structure and relevance to foragers. ## Company - [About Us] (https://notastelikehome.org/about/) : Background on No Taste Like Home as a long-established foraging education company based in Asheville, NC. - [Blog] (https://notastelikehome.org/blog/) : Main blog index with news and articles related to wild foods and foraging. - [Gallery] (https://notastelikehome.org/gallery/) : Media gallery highlighting videos and images from No Taste Like Home. - [Gallery Images] (https://notastelikehome.org/gallery-images/) : Additional image gallery showcasing tours and activities. - [Homepage] (https://notastelikehome.org/sample-page/) : Primary introductory page describing foraging tours and the forage-to-table experience. - [Homepage (Duplicate)] (https://notastelikehome.org/homepage-duplicate/) : Duplicate homepage content featuring the main foraging tour description. - [Our Guides] (https://notastelikehome.org/guides/) : Page highlighting guide profiles and guest feedback about their expertise. - [Press] (https://notastelikehome.org/press/) : Collection of press quotes and media coverage about No Taste Like Home and its tours. - [Staff] (https://notastelikehome.org/staff/) : Overview of current staff members at No Taste Like Home. - [Wild Food T-Shirt] (https://notastelikehome.org/shirt/) : Page describing a wild food-themed t-shirt available for purchase. ### Guides & Team Bios - [Alan Muskat] (https://notastelikehome.org/alan/) : Bio of founder and lead guide Alan Muskat, including media appearances and authored works. - [Allie Showalter] (https://notastelikehome.org/allie/) : Bio of Allie Showalter, describing her background in herbalism, permaculture, and foraging education. - [Amanda Fiacable] (https://notastelikehome.org/amanda/) : Bio of Amanda Fiacable, a foraging tour assistant with a background in mental health and wilderness therapy. - [AnnRamey Schwab] (https://notastelikehome.org/annramey-schwab/) : Bio of AnnRamey Schwab, focusing on their connection to the wild and herbal medicine. - [Becky Beyer] (https://notastelikehome.org/becky/) : Bio of Becky Beyer, homesteader, illustrator, and ethnobotany instructor. - [Brad Spivey] (https://notastelikehome.org/brad-spivey/) : Bio of Brad Spivey, former farmer and chef running Zero Acres Farm and wild food dinners. - [Christian Marr] (https://notastelikehome.org/christian/) : Bio of Christian Marr, biologist and naturalist with a lifelong connection to the natural world. - [Dimitri Magiasis] (https://notastelikehome.org/dimitri-magiasis/) : Bio of Dimitri Magiasis, naturopathic doctor and clinical herbalist focusing on wellness through nature. - [Edrianna Stilwell] (https://notastelikehome.org/edrianna/) : Bio of assistant guide Edrianna Stilwell and her journey into wild plants. - [El McFarland] (https://notastelikehome.org/el-mcfarland/) : Bio of El McFarland, herbal medicine practitioner and mycology enthusiast. - [Hannelore Berken] (https://notastelikehome.org/hannelore/) : Bio of Hannelore Berken, managing director and guide with a background in herbal studies. - [Jillian Ras] (https://notastelikehome.org/jillian/) : Bio of Jillian Ras, herbalist and nature guide with broad foraging experience. - [Joey Kyle] (https://notastelikehome.org/joey-kyle/) : Bio of Joey Kyle, certified mushroom picker and educator. - [Jordan Bunn] (https://notastelikehome.org/jordan-bunn/) : Bio of guide Jordan Bunn, including his culinary and creative background. - [June Mader] (https://notastelikehome.org/june/) : Bio of June Mader, a foraging tour assistant. - [Justin Holt] (https://notastelikehome.org/justin/) : Bio of Justin Holt, focusing on his work with fruit and nut collectives and ecology education. - [Kat Shaw] (https://notastelikehome.org/kat-shaw/) : Bio of Kat Shaw, clinical herbalist and wilderness first responder. - [Kate Whichard] (https://notastelikehome.org/kate-whichard/) : Bio of assistant guide Kate Whichard, describing her path into herbalism and foraging. - [Kate Whichard] (https://notastelikehome.org/kate/) : Additional bio page for Kate Whichard as an assistant guide. - [Kristen Stephen] (https://notastelikehome.org/kristen/) : Bio of assistant guide Kristen Stephen, sharing her journey from fear of foraging to wildcrafting. - [Luke Cannon] (https://notastelikehome.org/luke-cannon/) : Bio of naturalist and educator Luke Cannon, detailing his studies and teaching focus. - [Sarah Nolan-Poupart] (https://notastelikehome.org/sarahnp/) : Bio of registrar Sarah Nolan-Poupart. - [Savannah Hatfield] (https://notastelikehome.org/savannah-hat/) : Bio of Savannah Hatfield, herbalist and basket weaver with roots in North Carolina. - [Jessica Weisman] (https://notastelikehome.org/jessica/) : Bio of Jessica Weisman, a foraging tour assistant. - [Joey Kyle] (https://notastelikehome.org/joey-kyle/) : Bio of guide Joey Kyle and his work with mushrooms and education. - [Brad Spivey] (https://notastelikehome.org/brad-spivey/) : Bio of Brad Spivey, farmer and chef leading wild food dinners. ## Policies & FAQs - [Covid-19 Safety and Changes] (https://notastelikehome.org/covid19/) : Health and safety policy outlining COVID-19 related precautions and changes. - [FAQ] (https://notastelikehome.org/faq/) : Frequently asked questions about tours, including COVID-19 updates and other common topics. - [Privacy Policy] (https://notastelikehome.org/privacy-policy/) : Privacy policy covering how personal data is handled. - [How to Forage Safely] (https://notastelikehome.org/how-to-forage-safely/) : Foraging safety guidelines and best practices. ## Contact - [Contact] (https://notastelikehome.org/contact/) : Contact page with office details and a form for questions and media inquiries. - [Tour Directions] (https://notastelikehome.org/tour-directions/) : Central hub describing how and when specific tour directions are shared. ## Blog & Updates - [Send Red Clover On Over…] (https://notastelikehome.org/2018/06/12/send-red-clover-on-over/) : Blog post about red clover, its uses as food and medicine, and its beneficial compounds. - [Wildcrafted Cocktails: Spicebush] (https://notastelikehome.org/2018/04/25/wildcrafted-cocktails-spicebush/) : Article on creating wildcrafted cocktails using spicebush and other foraged ingredients. - [Tooth Wort] (https://notastelikehome.org/2018/03/09/tooth-wort/) : Post introducing broad-leaf toothwort, its habitat, and identification within the mustard family. - [Wild Food as Medicine] (https://notastelikehome.org/2018/03/02/wild-food-as-medicine/) : Discussion of wild foods as medicine in anticipation of a topical class. - [Greens of Spring] (https://notastelikehome.org/2018/02/19/greens-of-spring/) : Post highlighting early spring greens and upcoming tours. - [Birch] (https://notastelikehome.org/2018/02/05/birch/) : Article describing useful birch species and their wintertime benefits. - [What’s in a winter harvest?] (https://notastelikehome.org/2018/01/26/whats-in-a-winter-harvest/) : Overview of wild edibles available during winter on recent tours.