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September – November 2024 Sep – Nov 2024
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Sep
22
Sun
Fungi Foraging Basics: A Seminar for Mushroom Foragers with Northwest Natura @ My Garden Nursery Event Center
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Sep 22 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Fungi Foraging Basics: A Seminar for Mushroom Foragers with Northwest Natura @ My Garden Nursery Event Center

Are you ready for the coming mushroom season? Join Outdoor educator, naturalist, and experienced forager, Jazmen Yoder, for this comprehensive one-day workshop to get prepared! We’ll cover essential skills and knowledge to safely and responsibly forage for wild mushrooms in your area.

In this class you will learn:

Mushroom foraging basics: regulations, ethics, safety, and gear
Mushroom identification techniques for common edible and poisonous species
Mushroom ecology – understanding fungal life cycles, seasonality, and habitats
Tips for finding your own reliable mushroom foraging spots
Through lecture, demonstration, and hands-on activities you’ll gain confidence and know-how before you find yourself in the middle of the upcoming foraging season. We’ll also discuss preservation, cooking, and other ways to enjoy your fungal finds.

Whether you’re a beginner or have some foraging experience, this workshop will provide the fundamentals of responsible mushroom foraging to prepare you for a bountiful mushroom season. Join this special event to get ready to hunt those delicious wild fungi!

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Categories: Education Family Events Health & Wellness Outdoor Recreation Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: Bushcraft edible mushrooms Foraging Fungi pnw pnw hiking
Oct
5
Sat
Edible & Medicinal Mushrooms with Northwest Natura @ Whatcom County
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Oct 5 @ 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Edible & Medicinal Mushrooms with Northwest Natura @ Whatcom County

Sign up for one or multiple outings in October to forage for edible and medicinal mushrooms and learn about mushroom ecology and how to find target fungi.

There are 3 dates to choose from. Each course is from 12:00 to 4:30pm and take place in different locations.
To sign up for multiple dates you will need to purchase them individually in separate transactions:

Saturday October 5th
Sunday October 13th
Saturday October 26th
Locations will be in public forested areas around Whatcom County where foraging is legal without a permit. Precise details remain TBD as they are contingent on the fungi, but these trips will be no more than 1 hour outside of Bellingham. I will scout weekly to find the best locations and send you an email with location information 2-4 days before your event(s).

What to bring:

Dress for the weather
Snacks and water
Notepad and pen (optional)
Foraging basket
Hand lens (optional; I have some for sale (5/ea))
Registered individuals will receive location details, driving directions, weather forecast details and other info in an event-reminder email 2-4 days prior to the event. Please check your spam folder if you do not receive this email. Reach out if you do not find an email. There have been frequent issues with Gmail not delivering to Hotmail, Live, and MSN email addresses.

Email me with concerns or to get on a waitlist: nwnatura@gmail.com

Space is limited to 10 participants per course.

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Categories: Health & Wellness Outdoor Recreation Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: edible mushrooms Foraging medicinal mushrooms Mushrooms pnw hiking
Oct
13
Sun
Edible & Medicinal Mushrooms with Northwest Natura @ Whatcom County
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Oct 13 @ 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Edible & Medicinal Mushrooms with Northwest Natura @ Whatcom County

Sign up for one or multiple outings in October to forage for edible and medicinal mushrooms and learn about mushroom ecology and how to find target fungi.

There are 3 dates to choose from. Each course is from 12:00 to 4:30pm and take place in different locations.
To sign up for multiple dates you will need to purchase them individually in separate transactions:

Saturday October 5th
Sunday October 13th
Saturday October 26th
Locations will be in public forested areas around Whatcom County where foraging is legal without a permit. Precise details remain TBD as they are contingent on the fungi, but these trips will be no more than 1 hour outside of Bellingham. I will scout weekly to find the best locations and send you an email with location information 2-4 days before your event(s).

What to bring:

Dress for the weather
Snacks and water
Notepad and pen (optional)
Foraging basket
Hand lens (optional; I have some for sale (5/ea))
Registered individuals will receive location details, driving directions, weather forecast details and other info in an event-reminder email 2-4 days prior to the event. Please check your spam folder if you do not receive this email. Reach out if you do not find an email. There have been frequent issues with Gmail not delivering to Hotmail, Live, and MSN email addresses.

Email me with concerns or to get on a waitlist: nwnatura@gmail.com

Space is limited to 10 participants per course.

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Categories: Health & Wellness Outdoor Recreation Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: edible mushrooms Foraging hiking pnw hiking
Oct
19
Sat
Fall Naturalist Series: Mycology & Outdoor Skills with Northwest Natura (Day 2) @ Whatcom County
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Oct 19 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Fall Naturalist Series: Mycology & Outdoor Skills with Northwest Natura (Day 2) @ Whatcom County

This series is designed for individuals interested in having fun outdoors learning about PNW mushroom ecology, tree identification, and outdoor skills such as fire-making and foraging.

Each class will incorporate hands-on activities.

Expect some gentle to moderate hiking, and some kneeling or squatting.

Each class will build on the previous one. For more details, keep reading!

Day 2: Chanterelle-focus & Firecraft

Exploring biodiverse forests in search of edible and medicinal mushrooms. Fire-making skills. Outdoor Cooking with Chanterelles.

Mycology crash course (vocabulary, ecological roles)
Fungi foray – in search of chanterelles and other edible or medicinal fungi.
Fire-making
Cooking over an open flame with foraged fungi

Please register for each class separately, VIA the website.

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Categories: Outdoor Recreation Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: #survivalskills ecology ethnobotany firecraft Foraging pnw hiking
Oct
26
Sat
Edible & Medicinal Mushrooms with Northwest Natura @ Whatcom County
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Oct 26 @ 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Edible & Medicinal Mushrooms with Northwest Natura @ Whatcom County

Sign up for one or multiple outings in October to forage for edible and medicinal mushrooms and learn about mushroom ecology and how to find target fungi.

There are 3 dates to choose from. Each course is from 12:00 to 4:30pm and take place in different locations.
To sign up for multiple dates you will need to purchase them individually in separate transactions:

Saturday October 5th
Sunday October 13th
Saturday October 26th
Locations will be in public forested areas around Whatcom County where foraging is legal without a permit. Precise details remain TBD as they are contingent on the fungi, but these trips will be no more than 1 hour outside of Bellingham. I will scout weekly to find the best locations and send you an email with location information 2-4 days before your event(s).

What to bring:

Dress for the weather
Snacks and water
Notepad and pen (optional)
Foraging basket
Hand lens (optional; I have some for sale (5/ea))
Registered individuals will receive location details, driving directions, weather forecast details and other info in an event-reminder email 2-4 days prior to the event. Please check your spam folder if you do not receive this email. Reach out if you do not find an email. There have been frequent issues with Gmail not delivering to Hotmail, Live, and MSN email addresses.

Email me with concerns or to get on a waitlist: nwnatura@gmail.com

Space is limited to 10 participants per course. Please register via the website.

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Categories: Health & Wellness Outdoor Recreation Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: Foraging medicinal mushrooms pnw hiking
Oct
27
Sun
Northwest Mushroomers Association Annual Wild Mushroom Show @ Fisherman's Pavilion
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Oct 27 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
Northwest Mushroomers Association Annual Wild Mushroom Show @ Fisherman's Pavilion

? **Exciting Announcement for Mushroom Enthusiasts!** ?

Get ready to mark your calendars for one of the most eagerly anticipated events of the year! The Northwest Mushroomers are thrilled to announce the return of our Annual Wild Mushroom Show, taking place on **October 27, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM** at the Fisherman’s Pavilion in Zuanich Park, Bellingham.

FREE for students and children under 12!
General admission: $10
Seniors: $7
NMA members: $5

Join us for a day full of fungal fascination and fun! This year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever, featuring:

? Mushroom Dyeing Demonstrations – Discover the art and science of using mushrooms to create vibrant, natural dyes.

? Kids’ Table – Engage young mushroom enthusiasts with hands-on activities and educational fun designed just for them.

? Speaker Presentations – Gain insights from esteemed local mycologists who will share their knowledge and passion for fungi.

? Mushroom Displays – Marvel at hundreds of different mushroom species found in the Pacific Northwest, displayed in all their natural glory.

? And more!

Whether you’re a seasoned mushroom hunter or a curious beginner, there’s something for everyone at this celebration of the incredible diversity of our local fungi. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to learn, explore, and connect with fellow mushroom enthusiasts!

? Location: Fisherman’s Pavilion, Zuanich Park, Bellingham
? Date: October 27, 2024
? Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Bring your family, friends, and a sense of wonder as we delve into the fascinating world of mushrooms. We can’t wait to see you there!

For more information and updates, visit our website or follow us on social media.
@northwestmushroomers

Happy mushrooming! ??

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Categories: Education Tags: edible mushrooms Fungi Mushrooms mushroomshow Mycology pnwfungi
Nov
16
Sat
Fall Naturalist Series: Mycology & Outdoor Skills with Northwest Natura (DAY 3) @ Whatcom County
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Nov 16 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Fall Naturalist Series: Mycology & Outdoor Skills with Northwest Natura (DAY 3) @ Whatcom County

This series is designed for individuals interested in having fun outdoors learning about PNW mushroom ecology, tree identification, and outdoor skills such as fire-making and foraging.

Each class will incorporate hands-on activities.

Expect some gentle to moderate hiking, and some kneeling or squatting.

Each class will build on the previous one. For more details, keep reading!

Day 3: Mossy Woodlands

Search for the last of the autumnal mushrooms. Test your knowledge with a fun recap of what this series covered.

Winter plant ID
Mushroom foraging (Looking for Winter Chanterelles)
Fire, knife, and ax skills
Stealth game
Recap what we’ve learned in this series

Please register via the website.
Registered individuals will receive details in an event-reminder emails a few days prior to each event with information on location, weather, what to bring, and more.

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Categories: Outdoor Recreation Workshops, Classes and Lectures Tags: ethnobotany fire craft Foraging hiking pnw ecology pnw hiking
September – November 2024 Sep – Nov 2024