Join us for a dynamic, two-day workshop focused on the fascinating world of fungi, led by experts in the field.
Day 1 - Saturday, September 21, Fungal Workshop:
Dive into in-depth sessions where you'll explore essential identification techniques, ethical foraging practices, and the critical role fungi play in forest ecosystems with our experts.
8:30 AM: Opening Remarks by Jesse Russell
9:00 - 10:30 AM: Essential Identification Techniques with Stephan Lukacic
10:30 - 10:45 AM: Break
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM: Ethics and Best Practices by Travis Newman
12:15 - 1:15 PM: Lunch Break
1:15 - 2:45 PM: Fungal Pathogens by Violet Butterwort
2:45 - 3:00 PM: Break
3:00 - 4:30 PM: Mushroom Production by Brittany Rantala-Sykes
Day 2 - Sunday, September 22, Guided Foray:
Spend the day outdoors with experts, gaining hands-on experience in our FSC and SFI-certified forest. Join a guided foraging excursion and learn to identify and gather fungi under the supervision of seasoned specialists.
8:30 AM: Presentation on Campus Biodiversity
9:00 - 11:00 AM: Foraging (4 zones)
11 AM – 12 PM: Lunch and Discussion
12 PM– 2 PM: Continued Foraging (4 zones)
2 PM: Closing Remarks
About the sessions:
- Stephan Lukacic: Explore essential identification techniques and valuable resources for foraging fungi safely and sustainably.
- Travis Newman: Join us for a comprehensive workshop on responsible foraging, where you'll learn about the ethics, best practices, and essential rules for sustainable gathering, along with insights on navigating land access.
- Violet Butterwort: Delve into the impact of fungal pathogens on forest health, and learn how to effectively monitor and safeguard ecosystems against these threats.
- Brittany Rantala-Sykes and Ivan Vincent (Ugly Barn Farm): Explore the essentials of mushroom production for both home and commercial settings, from cultivation techniques to optimizing yields.
