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Fascinating Fungi: Intro to Mushroom ID with Jon Martin
October 14, 2018 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
$35
Beginner’s level mushroom identification class and introduction to mycology (the study of mushrooms) with a focus on Florida mushrooms. This course will introduce students to concepts of field mycology and cover the uses and importance of mushrooms, descriptive terminology, basic taxonomy, methods of identification, proper collection and preservation techniques, major groups of mushrooms, common genera and species, edible and medicinal mushrooms, toxic and deadly mushrooms, reference resources, mushroom photography tips, and more. Images of mushrooms located in Central Florida will be shown. Dried and/or live specimens will be displayed and examined by the class.
Learn how to call mushrooms by their proper name and develop a greater understanding for fascinating fungi!
Tuition: $35
Receive $10 off your tuition when you register and pay in full by September 16th, otherwise, the full registration fee will apply.
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