12th October - Mushroom Foraging with Dave Winnard

£45.00

Saturday 12th October 2024
10am - 1pm
Lunch, and unlimited tea and coffee are included in your ticket price.

Hawarden Estate is teeming with amazing flora and fauna, and at certain times of year that includes huge varieties of mushrooms.

This Walled Garden School session will be a leisurely stroll through the grounds of the Hawarden Estate.

You will explore the world of mushrooms and other fungi, how they work, why they are important, how they fit into the ecosystem. You will also learn about identification of different mushroom species, and will look for a variety of species in different habitats.

We will also discuss edible, poisonous and medicinal species. From Hairy Curtain Crust to Turkeytail, Shaggy Parasol to Oakbug Milkcap, the world of mushrooms and other fungi await us to discover them in a beautiful setting. 

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About the day:

10am: Meet & talk*

10.15am: Head off for foraging

12.15pm: Return to the Walled Garden for a light lunch (included in your ticket)

1pm: Finish

You will learn:

Why mushrooms are important.

How to identify mushrooms and their habitats.

About edible and poisonous mushrooms.

*Please wear sensible shoes and bring a raincoat.

About Dave:

David Winnard created Discover the Wild whose background in wildlife started when he was 5. David gained first class honours degree in wildlife photography before starting Discover the Wild, where his aim is to share his passion for identifying species and to help people forage safely and sustainable for wild foods.

He is one of the most respected foragers and naturalists in the North of England and Wales, having worked with and for organisations including the BBC, RSPB, Lancashire Wildlife Trust, City of Trees, Groundwork, Brockholes as well as many local councils, groups and organisations. He also works closely with a number of gin companies helping them use wild plants and fungi in their drinks.