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Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
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Learn about the world of mushrooms in this mycology class in New York.
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2 hours
Riverdale
5 to 30 guests
$45
What you'll do
Enjoy a mycology class and hands on workshop in Van Cortlandt Park for a unique nature experience! Learn about local fungi and botanicals. You'll learn about mycelium habitats and relationships with trees, as well as an overall introduction to the world of mycology.This workshop offers the opportunity to slow down, look closely, and reconnect with nature, creativity, and others. Enjoy a 120-minute guided experience through one of Can Cortland Park’s paths, where we’ll explore the fascinating world of fungi by looking closely and identifying mushrooms through smells, textures, and colors.You are guided by a knowledgeable mycologist who will not only help you learn to identify some of the mushrooms but also share insights into their hidden lives and relationships with trees. What we discover will depend on recent rainfall and the unique micro-landscapes we visit—nature always has a surprise or two in store.We’ll take time to walk, observe, and share through being outdoors together. No mycology experience is necessary—just curiosity and a willingness to slow down.This experience is designed to offer a refreshing pause—a way to step away from routine, nourish your creative side, learn about your green surroundings, and spend meaningful time with others who share your love of nature and learning. Come walk, wonder, and learn and leave feeling inspired, grounded, and a little more connected.
What you'll get
- A guided, slow-paced walk through Van Cortlandt Park
- Insight from a local mycologist on identifying and understanding wild mushrooms and some trees
- Digital brochure to help you learn and identify mushrooms
- Hands-on workshop that will help you learn about edible and poisonous fungi
Knowledge required
No prior knowledge required.
What to bring
- Please dress for the weather and bring sunblock and a hat to protect yourself from the sun.
- Bring water and wear comfortable walking shoes as we might walk on uneven ground.
- Note: There will be limited/faraway restroom access during this workshop.
Location
Van Cortlandt Park, Broadway And Van, Cortlandt Park South, The Bronx, NY
Train 1,2,3, to 72 street station or trains B,C to 72 Central Park West
Your teacher
About Matthew - your mycology expert:Matthew grew up foraging and hiking, even eating oysters and chicken of the woods while hiking the Appalachian Trail, but it wasn’t until COVID struck that his endless work and schooling turned into an endless love for mycology. It started with finding as many unique species as possible and getting to the top 25 observers of fungi in the world on iNaturalist. Further, the passion developed into DNA sequence validating for OMDL and FUNDIS, volunteering at festivals, being invited to forays, and helping write journal articles.About Anna:Anna, a multidimensional energy force, wants to share her enthusiasm for art and nature with you. As an artist, educator, and mushroom enthusiast, she weaves creativity and her organizing magic into unforgettable experiences.After 10 years of traveling around the world and bringing together art, mycology, and decades of experience in education, she designs playful, interactive journeys for others to embrace the intricacy of fungi and art.
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