The Black Forager Presents: Happy Snacking Don't Die

What’s wild, what’s edible, what should you leave alone? Join Alexis Nelson and Midwest foragers for an unforgettable convo about foraging! Join Alexis Nikole Nelson, best known as Black Forager, as we celebrate her debut cookbook. Doors open at 6 pm. Seating will be available for the first 250 attendees. Remaining ticket holders will have standing room. Panel Discussion 7-8 pm “Poison or Snack? A Forager’s Panel” is so much more than a meet and greet. It’s your chance to get curious, ask the questions you’ve been not dying to ask, and learn from some of the Midwest’s most knowledgeable and beloved foragers. Join Alexis Nelson and her dear friends Samuel Thayer, Linda Black Elk, Chef Alan Bergo, Luke Black Elk, and Tim Clemens for an unforgettable conversation about wild foods, foraging, foodways, culture, and the deep connections between people and the land. Whether you’re a seasoned forager, a curious beginner, or simply wondering what’s safe to eat, come ready to listen, learn, laugh, and maybe leave with a new appreciation for the wild foods growing all around us. Meet and Greet 8 pm Important Note: Books will be pre-signed. There will be no on-the-spot signing. We ask that there be no hugs, handshakes, or other physical contact. Standard photo-line etiquette is perfectly fine, and event staff will help facilitate photos! About Alexis Alexis Nikole Nelson, best known to most people as Black Forager, is a social media creator, vegan, urban forager, and outdoor educator who has amassed millions of followers. Alexis has been featured in a broad range of media from The New York Times to Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and she was named a Time100 Creator in 2025. She lives in Columbus, Ohio. Follow her on X, Instagram, and YouTube @BlackForager. If any ticket holders have accessibility needs, please send an email to: [email protected]