The Charlotte Conservation Commission is excited to offer a Mushroom Walk on Pease Mountain with mycology educator, macro photographer, and author, Meg Madden! On this walk, we will explore the woods and talk about the mushrooms we find along the way including what they are and how to identify them.

From building soil to connecting trees, we will go over the essential roles that fungi play within their natural communities. From environmental remediation to mycelium-based green building materials, we'll also learn about some of the unique ways fungi can help us navigate our way in a more planet-friendly manner.

Meg will also discuss the importance of community science, how you can contribute to Vermont's growing database of fungi species on iNaturalist, and share tips and tricks for taking scientific-grade mushroom photos.

Wear comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and bring your questions and curiosity! A smartphone equipped with the iNaturalist app is a plus, but not required.

The walk will be about 2.5 hours long and we will meet at Pease Mountain at 9 am on Saturday, August 5th, rain or shine! The cost of the walk is $15 per person. Please respond to this post to sign up and I will send you a link for Venmo! Kindly take note that the walk can only accommodate up to 20 individuals. It is necessary to sign up in advance. :)

At the end of the walk, signed copies of Meg's new book, This Is A Book For People Who Love Mushrooms will be available for purchase.

May 18, 2024, 9 to 10 AM

May 18, 2024, 10 AM to 2 PM

May 21, 2024, 10 to 11 AM