Waxcap Wander

Enjoy a closer look at some of the colourful Waxcaps found in the Morpeth area, recording them as part of an exciting new project.
About this Event

About this event

Join us in search of waxcaps - beautiful, colourful little fungi that are indicators of healthy, undisturbed grassland habitats. We’ll take our time exploring the sights and sounds of autumn, spotting some of the wonderful fungi that grow in the Morpeth area and recording key finds for NHSN’s new North East Waxcaps project.

Please bring weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear, along with snacks and/or a flask of something warm to drink if you wish.

Found more about North East Waxcaps here.

Join the project on iRecord and share your finds here.

Essential Information

Event lead: James Common

Event length: 1 session, Friday 20 November, 11.00 am -1.00 pm (approx)

Event structure: Informal walk

Level: Beginner/Enthusiast

Meet at: Carpark at St. Mary's Field, Morpeth, NZ 19585 85166, emblem.countries.resembles

Event cost: £5

About the Event Lead

James works as Senior Naturalist at NHSN. Outside of work, he is a passionate wildlife recorder with a focus on botany and invertebrates. As a botanist, he is a joint BSBI Vice-County Recorder for North Northumberland and has a particular fondness for ferns, grasses and ancient woodland plants.