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Mushroom Foray with John Wright
Kingcombe Visitor Centre ,
Kingcombe Visitor Centre, Lower Kingcombe, Toller Porcorum, , Dorchester , Dorset, DT2 0EQ Event details
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About the event
Fungi are essential to life on earth as the primary degraders and they have a fascinating biology. Kingcombe and Powerstock nature reserves are some of the best places in England to find fungi with a list of over 500 species, many of them rare, all of them beautiful. The huge variation in geology and plant life at Kingcombe Meadows ensures a variety of habitats which allows for a plethora of species to be present.
The day consists of a brief introduction to the fungal world and answers the questions: What are mushrooms and toadstools? How do they fit in to the natural world? How on earth do you tell one from another? You will then head out on a guided walk where all the fungi found will be discussed and where possible identified.
Due to the nature of this event, there will be some walking over rough and uneven ground, and some time to pause as you listen to discussion points.
Please note: This event is part of our wider work on surveying our reserves which are designated Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) in many places. We do not allow any private fungi foraging on our reserves at any time.
John is not only an expert mycologist, but also a foraging expert: mushrooms, hedgerows, seashores. He brings an infectious enthusiasm for the natural world. Over a period of twenty-five years, he has taken around seven hundred such forays, many of them based in the Southwest and at Kingcombe in particular, so has a wealth of information at his fingertips to share with you. John is now one of the country's leading authorities on foraging for food, often seen on national TV, including River Cottage. John contributes to national publications and has written a number of books in The River Cottage foraging series, as well as his best-selling books including The Forager’s Calendar.
Booking
Phone number
01300 320684Price
£75 per person.All money raised helps to support the vital conservation work of Dorset Wildlife Trust, protecting wildlife now and for future generations to come.
Additional booking information
Terms and Conditions for ParticipantsDWT reserves the right to cancel the course at any time. In the event of DWT cancelling an event, a full refund will be issued.
DWT reserves the right to reschedule events in the event of unfavourable conditions and offer alternative dates or issue a full refund.
Courses will only take place if the minimum number is achieved. If the minimum number is not achieved, an alternative date will be offered, or a full refund will be issued.
Cancelling your booking
Cancellations are accepted at the discretion of Dorset Wildlife Trust and a reasonable cancellation cause should be provided by the participant.
You may request a cancellation up to 14 days before the date of the course or workshop. You may be charged an administration fee.