Mushroom Log Cultivation: Home-scale Mushroom Farming Workshop

Learn how to grow your own mushrooms in this hands-on workshop! We’ll guide you through the process of inoculating hardwood logs with mushroom spawn and teach you everything you need to know about setting up and caring for your log at home. By the end of the day, you’ll have your own prepared log to take home and the skills to grow fresh mushrooms year after year.

Dates: Saturday, January 25, 2025 & Saturday, February 8, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Tyee Arts & Education Center, Mount Vernon, WA

• 10:00 AM – Arrival & Orientation
  Gather at the Tyee Arts & Education Center, meet your instructors, and get an overview of the day.
• 10:15 AM – The Science of Fungi
  Learn the basics of mushroom biology, the types of mushrooms suited for log cultivation, and how to select the right log.
• 10:45 AM – Tools & Techniques
  Watch a step-by-step demonstration of how to inoculate logs using the right tools and methods.
• 11:30 AM – Log Inoculation: Guided Practice
  Work hands-on to inoculate your own hardwood log, with support from your instructors.
• 12:45 PM – Log Care & Harvesting Tips
  Learn how to care for your log to ensure successful mushroom growth, including placement, watering, and harvesting.
• 1:15 PM – Reflection & Q&A
  Wrap up the workshop with time for questions and connecting with other participants.
• 2:00 PM – Workshop Concludes
  Take your inoculated log home and start your mushroom-growing journey!

• Hands-On Practice: Learn step-by-step how to inoculate hardwood logs with mushroom spawn, using tools and techniques provided during the workshop.
• Take-Home Log: Each participant will prepare and leave with their own mushroom log, ready to grow at home.
• Expert Instruction: Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process and answer all your questions.
• Beginner-Friendly Learning: No prior experience is necessary—this workshop is designed for anyone interested in growing mushrooms.
• Community Atmosphere: Connect with fellow participants who share an interest in fungi and the natural world.
• Care Instructions: Get practical tips on where to place your log, how to water it, and when to expect your first harvest.

• Lunch and Drinks: Please bring your own lunch and any beverages you’d like for the day.
• Weather-Appropriate Clothing: Dress for the season and plan to spend time outdoors or in a covered space. Layers and sturdy shoes are recommended.
• Notebook (Optional): Bring a notebook and pen if you’d like to take notes.

• All Materials: Hardwood logs, mushroom spawn, and all tools required for log inoculation.
• Expert Instruction: Step-by-step guidance from knowledgeable instructors.
• Your Take-Home Log: A fully inoculated log, ready to grow mushrooms at home.

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