Explore the fascinating world of fungi with mycologist Dr Christian Taylor, Emma from Dartmoor's Daughter and Daniel Thompson-Mills of Steward Community Woodland. You will already have a basic knowledge of fungi and this intermediate level session will explore in more depth this marvellous kingdom of nature. Session will include:
Wood cavitation and insect accommodation
Fungal role in supporting Biodiversity
Latin names of 3 Divisions (Ascomycotina, Basidiomycota and Duetero / Myxomycotina).
Mycelial pairings
Microscope view of mycorrhizal roots
Microscope view of mycelium
Mated and unmated mycelia + clamp connections
The 3 outcomes of mycelial mating
Culturing mycelia from the wild
Cultivating mycelia - basic techniques
Smelling the Truffle
Tasting of any edibles if found, drinking immunitea
Latin names to be introduced more widely, alongside the common names
Tickets
FEE: £45 adults. Group size limited so pre-booking essential.
Location
09.15am for 09.30am start in the carpark below Steward Community Woodland. Car sharing is encouraged please as parking is limited and we lessen our impact on the environment through sharing. Thank you.
DIRECTIONS: Steward Wood is located 1 mile south of Moretonhampstead in the Wray Valley. The A382 (which runs north and south between the A30 and the A38) passes the woodland. Exeter is about 14 miles away to the east and Newton Abbot is about 12 miles to the south. Postcode TQ13 8SD. For directions by car, bike, public transport or by foot visit the website.
Further Information
WHAT TO WEAR/BRING: Sturdy walking boots/shoes or wellies; warm layers; sunscreen; waterproof jacket and trousers (whatever the forecast); drink/flask and snacks.
Dogs - Sorry no dogs.
LEVEL: We will be walking at a slow pace with plenty of stops for approximately 2 miles. We will mostly be on woodland paths but there are gentle slopes to walk up and down.
Route is dependent on weather conditions and group pace.
CANCELLATION: The event will go ahead come rain or shine. Payments are refunded (less the booking fee) for cancellations no less than six weeks before your walk or experience.
If you cancel after the six weeks, we would advise you please try to resell/pass on your ticket and/or we can try to re-sell your ticket (we sometimes have a waitlist although there is no guarantee) we can then offer a credit note for the ticket price (minus the £2 booking fee and minus a £5 admin fee).
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RISK: Walks and activities are at your own risk. No liability accepted for accidents or incidents.