Forest School for Grown Ups: Fantastic Fungi and Lichen

Forest School for Grown Ups: Fantastic Fungi and Lichen

There's just something about fungi that fascinates us all! Whether you’re curious about mushrooms, captivated by lichens, or just love learning outdoors, this outing will help you get to know the often unexplored world beneath our feet (and on our trees, logs, and rocks!)

🍄 What to Expect:

• Fungi 101 – Learn the basics of the fungi life cycle and how these incredible organisms reproduce.
• Intro to ID – Get hands-on tips for identifying common fungi and lichen in our region.
• Field Walk – Head out for a guided walk to practice your new skills.
• Spore Prints – Try your hand at making a spore print to take home.
• Community Connection – Share the experience with fellow folks who love exploring nature.

No prior knowledge is required—just bring your curiosity and a willingness to explore together.

📅 Date: October 26th, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00AM - 11:30AM

📍Location: Pump House Park, will share meetup location after registration

🎟️ Tickets: $10-$25, sliding scale. Spots are limited!

🔹 Who Should Come? Anyone curious about mushrooms, fungi, and connecting with the land. This one's for the grown-ups, but folks of any age accompanied by a parent/guardian are welcome.
🔹 What to Bring? Comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, a water bottle, and a sense of wonder. Bring a hand lens or loupe if you have one (but if not, that's ok!)

About EarthLab:
At EarthLab, we see the growing disconnect between people and nature as the greatest barrier to addressing environmental challenges. How can we protect what we don’t know, appreciate, or care for? We believe that connecting with the earth is the key to building meaningful lives and resilient communities in a time of environmental crisis. Exploring and getting to know our local ecology is the first step toward bridging this divide. Our mission is to foster this eco-literacy through immersive environmental education experiences for all. Learn more at earthlabva.org.

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