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A collage of wild mushrooms: the left image shows a hand holding a colorful variety of freshly foraged mushrooms, while the right images display piles of different edible mushrooms, including brown buttons, maitake, chicken of the woods, chanterelles, and purple gilled specimens.
Fungi Fundamentals: Mushroom Foraging for Beginners
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Ticketed Workshop
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In this guided workshop, participants will learn the foundational skills needed to begin their mushroom foraging journey right here in Connecticut. Sip on warming chaga tea as you explore how to safely identify edible and medicinal mushrooms, avoid toxic species, and understand the health benefits and sustainable practices of foraging.