Mushroom Walks- Fungi Identification Tours
Event description
Spend a morning immersed in the world of fungi with our comprehensive mushroom identification tour and workshop. Learn to identify mushrooms safely and get to know a variety of local fungi species in a supportive, like-minded community. Discover the "Queendom of Fungi" through their diverse roles, health benefits, scientific advancements, life cycles, and identification methods. By the end of the tour, you will gain an understanding of fungi's vital role in our ecosystem and their potential to aid in humanity's and the Earth's well-being.
Dive into a wealth of resources to enhance your mushroom identification skills. Access a variety of books, articles, and art to fuel your mycological passion. Browse our selection of South Spore merchandise, including foraging knives, baskets, and books, along with mushroom tinctures, extracts, and fresh and dried mushroom products.
Children aged 8 years and older with a keen interest in nature are welcome to attend.
The day includes:
- Refreshments
- Welcoming session
- Instruction on identification methodology
- Collection of diverse specimens for identification practice
- Hands-on identification workshop
Consider bringing:
- Warm, weather-appropriate clothing
- Sturdy boots for walking through dense scrub
- Optional folding chairs for sitting around the fire
- Umbrellas and raincoats (based on the weather forecast)
- Walking sticks for additional support if needed
- A small folding knife
- A basket for your finds (with a larger surface area for better collection)
Foraging gear, books, and mushroom supplies will be available for purchase at the end of the event. Join us for an unforgettable adventure in the realm of fungi!