Fungi Exploration of Beverly Commons Conservation Area

Friday, September 20, 2024

Fungi Exploration of Beverly Commons Conservation Area

Date & Time

Friday, September 20, 2024

Time(s):

4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

We start with short talk (15 min) and head out on trail.

Reservation Required

This event is full, but there is a waitlist. You can email Jana at essexforays@gmail.com to be added to the waitlist.

Description

If you have a madness for mushrooms or a fascination with fungi, this event is for you! Back by popular demand, join us for an enchanting guided mushroom walk with Essex Foray’s Jana Harris, an admin of the Boston Mycological Club certified in Wild Mushroom Food Safety. Get a close-up look at diverse mushroom species and learn safe foraging practices. Jana, host of the ICAM TV show “Fungi Finders,” will lead our exploration. This walk is popular and books up fast, so secure your spot. Walk is limited to 15 people.

Special Instructions

Please wear sturdy shoes, bring a water bottle, tick and bug repellent, ID field guide, and basket (optional).

Weather Restrictions

This event will not happen if there is storm warning in Essex county or may be postponed if the drought conditions are not in favor of mushroom hunting.

Address

Corner of Webster Ave and Greenwood Ave, Beverly, MA 01915

Corner of Webster Ave and Greenwood Ave, Beverly, MA 01915

Directions

Accessibility

Fun for Kids

Parking Available

Event Category

  • Hike
  • Lecture/Talk
  • Nature / Science
  • Walking Tour

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