Learn More About Mushrooms
PSMS holds the following classes and other skills workshops for its members throughout the fall, winter and spring.
Beginning Mushroom Identification
The Beginning series covers basics of mushroom hunting, identification, common mushrooms of the PNW, mushroom toxins and toxic mushrooms, and mushrooms as a hobby (cooking, arts and crafts, etc.).
Cost: $50 for a series of four classes
Class size: 40 people
Requirement: Must be a PSMS member
Register: Sign up for the beginning ID class
Location: Douglas classroom at the Center for Urban Horticulture (CUH),
3501 NE 41st St., Seattle
Intermediate Mushroom Identification
The Intermediate series focuses on identification skills and the commonly found mushrooms in the PNW. The room holds 40, so the classes are limited to that number for each series. Please bring mushrooms, if possible, to all classes.
Cost: $50 for a series of four classes
Class size: 40 people
Requirement: Must be a PSMS member
Register: Sign up for the intermediate ID class
Location: Douglas classroom at the Center for Urban Horticulture (CUH),
3501 NE 41st St., Seattle
Other classes include: Microscopy, Natural Dyes, Photography, Crafts, and Mycophagy at varied costs.
To become a member: Please visit the membership page.
To register for classes: Please visit the events page.
Questions?: education@psms.org
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