Explore the fascinating world of fungi with mycologist Dr Christian Taylor. 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
LEVEL: MODERATE - approximately 2 miles on hilly woodland paths with plenty of stops along the way.
Route is dependent on weather conditions and group pace.
LOCATION: Car park below Steward Community Woodland.
National Grid Reference: SX 76522 85328
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Postcode: TQ13 8SD is the nearest postcode but sat nav and google maps are very unreliable on Dartmoor and won't take you to the exact location, so please read and follow these driving directions Steward Community Woodland. Car sharing is encouraged please as parking is limited and we lessen our impact on the environment through sharing, thank you.
Tickets
FEE: £55 adults + booking fee - Group size limited so pre-booking essential.
CANCELLATION: The event will go ahead come rain or shine. We do not offer refunds. If you cancel more than 4 weeks before the date of the walk or experience we will send you a credit note to use within 1 year minus a £5 admin fee and the £2 booking fee. We do not transfer tickets so in this instance you can use your credit note to rebook with us.
If you cancel within 4 weeks of the date of a walk or experience we recommend that you try to resell/pass on your ticket yourself. If you resell/pass on please let us know who will be attending in your place.
We have seen a significant number of cancellations over the past few years, and as a very small organisation we have suffered and therefore as a consequence we now have a strict no refund policy - we do hope you understand and will continue to support us.
You will receive a confirmation email after booking from ‘noreply@bookinghound.com’ - please check your spam/junk folder and email info@dartmoorsdaughter.com if not received.
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. Please bring a fork/spoon and cup (to try any edibles if found and immunitea)
DOGS: Sorry no dogs.
RISK: Walks and activities are at your own risk. No liability accepted for accidents or incidents.