Mushrooms of the Pacific Northwest

The Pacific Northwest is home to some of the most diverse and intriguing mushrooms in the world. In this 1-2 hour class, you’ll discover how to identify seasonal species, learn their culinary and medicinal uses, and gain insight into their role within local ecosystems. From chanterelles and morels to lesser-known varieties, this class will deepen your connection to the natural world and inspire your next foraging adventure. Perfect for foragers, culinary enthusiasts, and nature lovers alike.

Topics Covered:

• Identification techniques for common and seasonal Pacific Northwest mushrooms
• Culinary and medicinal applications of local fungi
• Seasonal varieties and where to find them
• Ecological roles of mushrooms in the PNW forests

Included Materials:

• A book on Pacific Northwest Mushrooms to take home!

What to Bring:

• A love of or interest in all things fungi
• Something you like to use to take notes
• Any coffee, tea, or water in a sealed or lidded container
• Please note: no video recording will be allowed in class sessions

Meet the Instructor:Bri is a mycophile based in the Pacific Northwest dedicated to myco-education. She has passionate obsession with learning about different mushroom species and their unique way of surviving in their ecosystem.

You can find her in the woods, in the lab, at the dinner table; studying fungi. She has participated in mushroom forays across the United States, and leads guided fungi walks close to home in Washington.

Class Size: 10 participants
Duration: 1-2 hours

Host or Publisher Black Forest Mushrooms