From Mycelium to Mushrooms: Oyster Grow Kit Workshop
Schedule
Sat Apr 18 2026 at 02:00 pm to 03:00 pm
UTC+12:00Location
New Lynn Community Centre | Auckland, AU
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From fungi facts to DIY growing — make your own oyster kit and learn how to care for it.About this Event
Kia ora! Join The Mushroom Smith for a beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the basics of fungi and assemble your own oyster mushroom grow kit to take home.
This session is designed for total beginners — practical, fun, and focused on growing mushrooms at home.
What you’ll learn
- A quick introduction to fungi + the sustainability angle
- How oyster mushrooms grow (life cycle + timelines)
- How to care for your kit (humidity, light, airflow)
- Troubleshooting: common issues and how to fix them
What you’ll do
You’ll assemble and label a small oyster grow kit during the workshop, then take it home with a simple guide so you can continue the process yourself.
What’s included
- All materials to build one oyster mushroom grow kit
- Take-home care guide
- Live guidance + Q&A
Who it’s for
- Beginners (no prior experience needed)
- People curious about sustainable food / DIY growing
- Anyone who wants a practical project they can continue at home
Important note (safety)
This workshop focuses on growing oyster mushrooms and does not teach edible mushroom identification or foraging for eating.
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Where is it happening?
New Lynn Community Centre, 45 Totara Avenue, Auckland, New ZealandEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
Tickets
NZD 10.00
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