Join Ithaca Mushroom Walks!
Discover the fascinating world of fungi with our monthly Mushroom Walks at Renwick Wildwood Bird Sanctuary in Stewart Park, Ithaca, NY. Perfect for adults and families with children.
What to Expect:
Interactive Learning: Identify diverse species of fungi and learn about their ecological importance.
Hands-On Activities: Learn to make identifications using micro and macro characteristics and document your findings.
Participatory Science: Help generate a list of fungi and fungal-related organisms found in Stewart Park.
Practice the Art of Noticing: Immerse yourself in nature through slow, mindful exploration.
Details:
When: June 28, July 12, August 23, October 4, 10 am to 11:30 am
Where: Meet at the Kiosk for Renwick Wildwood Bird Sanctuary, Stewart Park, Ithaca, NY
No prior knowledge required—just bring your curiosity and a sense of adventure! Let's explore the hidden wonders of fungi together. We recommend bug spray and long pants to protect yourself from ticks. If you have a hand lens, please bring it. We will also have some hand lenses and field guides to borrow.
Walk Leaders
Teresa Iturriaga PhD, is a mycologist, working for more than 25 years in systematics, ecology, and biodiversity of fungi. Presently, she is the Curator of the Plant Pathology Herbarium at Cornell, a collection of 400,000 species of fungi.
Mary McKellar is an educator, providing instruction in the life sciences for over 25 years, including courses in mycology.
