Waxcap Grasslands

Enjoy an introduction to identifying waxcap fungi and the other fascinating species that inhabit waxcap grasslands. Essential Information Course tutor: Sally Pattinson, North East Fungus Study Group Start date: Friday 30 October, 10 am-1 pm Course length: 1 session Location: Please park considerately in the village of Edmundbyers. Meeting point is outside the Derwent Arms, NZ 01682 50073, meanders.marathons.farmer. Course cost: £12.50 NHSN Members / £15 Non-Members About this course Discover the colourful world of waxcap fungi in this introductory course. You'll learn how to identify waxcaps and other characteristic grassland fungi, while exploring how these valuable habitats are assessed for their conservation importance. Each week we'll visit a different site known to support waxcap grasslands, using the fungi we find to develop identification skills and evaluate the ecological value of each location. Level/Accessibility This course is suitable for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Please bring sturdy boots. North East Waxcaps Project This course is part of NHSN's North East Waxcaps project, which aims to map and protect the region's waxcap grasslands through citizen science. We'll show you how to identify waxcaps in the field and how to submit your sightings, so you can continue contributing to this exciting project long after the course has finished. About Your Tutor Sally is a fungi enthusiast and has been studying fungi for 10 years with the North East Fungus Study Group. I love the sensory aspect of finding mushrooms – the smells, the colours and the ‘feel’ of a mushroom can be so vibrant and variable. The hobby is addictive! _______________________ Please read the terms and conditions for NHSN education courses before booking.