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Since 1987
 

As of January 1, 2024, the Rensselaer Land Trust has merged with the Rensselaer Plateau Alliance. For all questions regarding donations, events, land, or other matters, please visit www.rensselaerplateau.org or call 518-712-9211. For questions about the merger, use extension 101 to speak with Jim Bonesteel. You can expect a new name and logo for our merged organization by Spring / Summer 2024 and a new website by the end of the year!

Mushroom Walk with John Wheeler

 Registration is closed for this event
John Wheeler from the Berkshire Mycological Society will lead us into the woods at one of our Preserves or Forests on the Rensselaer Plateau. Participants will have a chance to develop their field skills in mushroom identification. Bring a basket or bag with stiff sides, a field knife or trowel, and a hand lens if you have one. Registration fee $10/person, kids are free.

John Wheeler from the Berkshire Mycological Society will lead us into the woods at one of our Preserves or Forests on the Rensselaer Plateau. Participants will have a chance to develop their field skills in mushroom identification. Bring a basket or bag with stiff sides, a field knife or trowel, and a hand lens if you have one.  Registration fee $10/person, kids are free.  

 

Group size for the walk is limited to 25 so it is first paid, first on the list. Directions will be emailed to participants registered 2 weeks before the walk.

 

Questions? Contact Marcy Steinbergamarcygs@aol.com

Resources:

National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Mushrooms by Gary Lincoff.

 Mushrooms of the Northeastern United States and Eastern Canada’s by Timothy Baroni. 

Mushrooms on Northeast North America by a George Barron

When
August 24th, 2019 10:00 AM through 12:00 PM
Contact
Event Fee(s)
Adult Registration $10.00