Wild Facts About Wild Mushrooms: Conversation & Foraging Expedition For All Ages

Wild Facts About Wild Mushrooms: Conversation & Foraging Expedition For All Ages
Saturday, July 25 at 12 - 2 PM

Presented by Lisa Solomonm, Connecticut Westchester Mycological Association.

Explore the diverse and captivating world of wild mushrooms! This all-ages presentation, led by experienced mycophile Lisa Solomon, will delve into the surprising variety of colors, shapes, sizes, and even smells found in fungi, challenging common myths along the way. Participants will learn to identify major genera and their defining characteristics, discover essential gear for forest foraging, and review safety rules for collecting and cooking edible varieties.
The session will also cover emerging frontiers in mycology: how fungi can help save the world, and will provide connections to local amateur clubs, field guides, mobile apps, and online identification communities.

Optional Foraging Expedition:
Immediately following the presentation, join us for a foraging expedition in beautiful Reis Park. (weather permitting). 
If you plan to join the expedition, the following are encouraged, but not required...
• wear comfortable hiking shoes
• apply insect repellent with DEET (such as Deep Woods Off) or permethrin
• bring a pocket knife/mushroom knife, a basket or fabric bag, and a few paper bags

Registration required, please go to our online calendar HERE.
The Somers Library ~ (914) 232-5717 ~ www.somerslibrary.org
Programs subject to change. See online calendar for the most up to date information and any last-minute changes.