Amanita Awakens: In the Woods
A Day in the Woods with Ireland’s Amanita Muscaria Specialist
Join us for a day of foraging, knowledge sharing and connection in the woods of Wicklow/Wexford, as we explore the red-and-white mushroom that’s been woven into Irish and Celtic folklore for centuries.
This isn’t a rushed walk-and-talk. It’s a slow, guided day ..foraging, shared lunch, myth and history, and a chance to properly switch off, finishing with a soak in a nearby hill view sauna before heading home.
What the Day Looks Like
This is how the day might look — timings may shift slightly to adapt to weather or other unforeseen circumstances on the day.
What’s Included
- A day of guided foraging with focus on Amanita muscaria
- A look into its biology, the chemistry and how it interacts with nervous system and brain
- Myth and history from the Irish Amanita lineage
- Access to a private sauna and jacuzzi session
- A small, intentional group
(Non-sauna ticket available for those who’d rather skip the soak.)
What People Are Saying
From people who’ve joined Rob at past ceremonies, workshops and retreats.
A wonderful day at the Amanita ceremony with live music and silent disco. I felt truly refreshed afterwards. Being in such a beautiful group setting definitely helped me drop into something deeper. Highly recommend and looking forward to attending another event soon.
Carol
Holding and smelling the amanita felt like being reintroduced to a very old friend. Rob has a huge amount of knowledge and respect for this mushroom, and I would highly recommend him to anyone feeling the call to learn more about its history and traditions.
Sinéad
We chose Rob Hough to lead an amanita tea journey and ecstatic dance for our retreat, and the experience was nothing short of totally amazing. Rob guided us through everything with so much care, knowledge and passion, and I walked out with concrete insights about myself, my relationships and my life. Weeks on, I’m still noticing real changes in how I show up and meet life. I can’t recommend it enough!
Jackie Winkler
Pricing
Spaces are strictly limited to keep the day personal and unrushed.
What to Bring
- A packed lunch
- Wet weather gear
- Warm layers
- Sturdy footwear for the woods
- Not driving? Let us know — we may be able to help coordinate a lift with another attendee.
Good to Know
Where exactly do we meet?
The car park at the Gap Pub, on the Wicklow/Wexford border. Full details, including how to find us, are sent to ticket holders ahead of the day.
What if the weather’s bad?
The day runs rain or shine — we simply adapt. If conditions mean the day can’t go ahead safely at all, you’ll be offered a full refund or the option to transfer to another date.
Is this suitable for beginners?
Yes — no foraging experience needed. This is as much about learning as it is about finding.
Will we find Amanita muscaria on the day?
Foraging is never guaranteed… it depends on the season and what’s fruiting on the day. That said, I’m hopeful, and worst case, I’ll have some Amanita muscaria on hand so you won’t go home empty-handed either way.
Will we be learning about other mushrooms too?
The day is focused specifically on Amanita muscaria — that’s where the depth of the day lives, and we won’t have the time (or, honestly, the expertise) to cover general mushroom identification beyond that. If wider foraging knowledge is what you’re after, this isn’t quite the day for it — but if you want to go deep on the one mushroom, you’re in the right place.
What’s the group size?
We cap each day at a maximum of 15 people, plus your guide and an assistant, to keep things personal and manageable.
What’s the refund policy?
- More than 14 days before the event: full refund
- 7–14 days before: 50% refund
- Inside 7 days: no refund, but your spot is transferable to someone else or to a future date
- If we need to cancel or reschedule, you’ll receive a full refund or first option on the next available date
Confirm Your Spot
Once you’ve sent payment, please fill in the form below so we can confirm your place and send you the full event details, including exact meeting instructions.
Payment Options
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Please add your full name in the reference field (no need to include product details).
IBAN: LT42 3250 0226 2531 5467
Bank: Revolut Bank UAB
BIC/SWIFT: REVOLT21
Country: Lithuania — please make sure the country is set correctly when transferring.
Prefer to email instead? You can reach us at rob@amanitaawakens.com.
Full details, including the exact meeting point, will only be sent to confirmed ticket holders ahead of the day.
Can’t Make This Date?
I’m considering running this as an online workshop too, or another date in the woods in late October… covering foraging fundamentals, the nervous system, and microdosing. If that’s of interest, let me know below and I’ll be in touch once a date’s confirmed.
