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SUMMARY:Great Alberta Mushroom Foray 2025
DESCRIPTION:Great Alberta Mushroom Foray 2025\nFox Creek\, Alberta\nAugust 29 to September 1\, 2025\n\n\n\nThe Alberta Mycological Society is set to host its 2025 Great Alberta Mushroom Foray in Fox Creek\, Alberta\, from August 29 to September 1\, bringing together fungi enthusiasts for a weekend of exploration\, education\, and citizen science in the heart of Alberta’s boreal forest. This annual event\, a cornerstone of the AMS’s mission to study and promote fungal diversity\, will see participants foraging\, identifying\, and learning about the region’s macrofungi\, with expert mycologists like Michael Schulz guiding the process through microscopic analysis and DNA sampling\, contributing to projects like the Wild Species 2025 Report for Canada.\n\n\n\n\n\nFox Creek\, a small town surrounded by dense forests recovering from a 2023 wildfire\, provides an ideal backdrop for the foray. Its spruce-rich landscape offers a unique opportunity to study fungi that may aid in wildfire prevention by decomposing wood fuel\, a research focus for Schulz and Portage College in collaboration with the AMS. Attendees will participate in forays\, workshops\, and presentations\, fostering a deeper understanding of Alberta’s fungal biodiversity while supporting innovative ecological research in a region actively working to enhance forest resilience. \n\n\nSpeakers/Presentations\nDr. Alfredo Justo: The genus Pluteus in North America – 100 species and counting.\nAlfredo is the Curator of Botany and Mycology at the New Brunswick Museum. His research focuses on the fungal diversity of New Brunswick & Atlantic Canada\, while maintaining ongoing global research on selected genera of mushrooms. He is one of the world’s leading experts on the genus Pluteus\, the Deer Mushrooms. \n\nDanny Miller: DNA: The History of Gilled Mushrooms – Workshop: Secrets of DNA analysis.\nDanny is the Education Chair for the Puget Sound Mycological Society\, designing and teaching the curriculum for the club’s mycology classes. Danny is a co-author of MycoMatch (formerly MatchMaker). He has a big interest in taxonomy and figuring out where all of the mushrooms fit into the fungal tree of life\, and is currently trying to collect the DNA of every PNW species to determine which still need names. \n\nPaul Kroeger: Poison Mushrooms – 2025 update. The Death Cap Mushroom; A Citizen Science Project.\nPaul is a long time friend of the AMS and has identified 1000s of mushrooms. He is the premier field taxonomist in Western Canada. He has worked at the UBC herbarium for decades cataloguing and preserving mushrooms. He works with BC Poison Control as their main identifier and has mushrooms named in honour after him. \n\nMichael Schulz: Introduction to the Fox Creek fire safe program and collection protocols.\nMike is a long time member and contributor to the AMS. He is an ecologist who currently is the Research Chair at Portage College. He has done extensive work on Fungal Species at Risk across the Prairie provinces. We usually see him hunkered over his microscope at Great Alberta Mushroom Forays. \n\nMartin Osis: Introduction to Mushroom Identification.\nMartin is one of the AMS founding members. He is called upon to give mushroom related lectures on a regular basis and has held multiple positions on the AMS board. He was also the Canadian Trustee and Vice President of the North American Mycological Association. \n\nMel Hohn: Workshop – Botanical sketching.\nMel is a graphic artist with a love for mushrooms. Sketching and drawing mushrooms is one of the best ways to learn to observe what a mushroom really looks like. She is currently the Vice-President of the AMS. \n\n\nAccommodations\nHere is a list of motels and hotels in the area. We recommend that you reserve early\, as Fox Creek goes through booms and busts depending on the economic swings in the resource sector. (Click hotel names for Google listings) \n\nEcono Lodge\nAlaskan Motel\nFox Creek Inn\nIosegun Lake Lodge (Camp style set up just outside of Fox Creek)\nSuper 8\nFoxwood Inn & Suites\nBest Western Plus\nComfort Inn & Suites\nTimber Ridge Inn & Suites\nDevonian Hotel and Suites\nBedrock Inn\nGrizzly Motor Hotel\n\n\n*Meals\nMeals will be provided by Freson Bros in Fox Creek. While we strive to accommodate dietary restrictions\, it may be challenging to meet all needs. If you have specific or sensitive dietary requirements\, please consider selecting the “no meals” option and arranging your own food. Otherwise\, kindly indicate your dietary needs during ticket purchase. Thank you! \n\n\nVolunteer Options\nPlease join us in making GAMF a success by volunteering for a few specific tasks. This is also a great opportunity for learning\, so volunteer for something you want to learn more about or several areas. Kindly complete the Google Form below to choose your preferred duties before proceeding to purchase your GAMF ticket at the bottom of the page. (Don’t bother signing in to Google. Just enter your email\, name\, and volunteer choices. Then click SUBMIT). After submitting\, scroll down the page to the Ticket Purchase section. \nLoading…
URL:https://www.albertamushrooms.ca/event/great-alberta-mushroom-foray-2025/
CATEGORIES:Forays
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SUMMARY:White Hedgehog Survey Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Leader(s): Ryan James \nDate:  September 6-7\, 2025 \nTime:  \n\nSept 6: 9:00AM-5:00PM\nSept 7: 9:00AM-2:00PM\n\nLocation:  North of Hinton \nDogs: Dogs are not welcome on this foray. \nOther details:  \nThis is a collaborative citizen science foray weekend with West Fraser in search of the edible large white Hydnums (Hedgehog mushrooms). The AMS is working with West Fraser to determine the habitat of these mushrooms for future conservation. Contribute to science and possibly also find mushrooms for the table! \nMembers-only event. Details regarding the location will be emailed to members up to 1 week prior. RSVP is requested – look for details in the email when it arrives in your inbox. \nPlease read and familiarize yourself with the AMS Foray guidelines. \nPlease be advised that all events listed on our website are subject to change or cancellation due to various factors\, including but not limited to:\n\nUnfavourable Moisture/Fruiting Conditions\nMushroom growth is heavily dependent on environmental conditions such as moisture levels and temperature. If conditions are not conducive to mushroom fruiting\, events may be cancelled. \n\nUnforeseen Circumstances\nDespite our best efforts to plan and organize events\, unforeseen circumstances may arise that necessitate cancellation or postponement. \n\nLack of Volunteers\nOur events rely on volunteers to lead forays\, and if there is a shortage of volunteers\, we may need to cancel or reschedule events. Become a Foray Host! \n\nFinal event details\, including any changes or cancellations\, will be communicated via email to all members approximately one week prior to the scheduled event. We highly recommend checking your email regularly for updates.
URL:https://www.albertamushrooms.ca/event/white-hedgehog-survey-september-6-7-2025/
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SUMMARY:Ministik Scientific Foray
DESCRIPTION:Leader(s): Rick Watts\, Martis Osis \nDate:  September 6\, 2025 \nTime: 2:00PM-4:00PM \nLocation:  Ministik \nDogs: Dogs are not welcome on this foray. \nOther details:  \n\nThis is a scientific foray.\nMembers-only event. Details regarding the location will be emailed to members up to 1 week prior.\n\nPlease read and familiarize yourself with the AMS Foray guidelines. \nPlease be advised that all events listed on our website are subject to change or cancellation due to various factors\, including but not limited to:\n\nUnfavourable Moisture/Fruiting Conditions\nMushroom growth is heavily dependent on environmental conditions such as moisture levels and temperature. If conditions are not conducive to mushroom fruiting\, events may be cancelled. \n\nUnforeseen Circumstances\nDespite our best efforts to plan and organize events\, unforeseen circumstances may arise that necessitate cancellation or postponement. \n\nLack of Volunteers\nOur events rely on volunteers to lead forays\, and if there is a shortage of volunteers\, we may need to cancel or reschedule events. Become a Foray Host! \n\nFinal event details\, including any changes or cancellations\, will be communicated via email to all members approximately one week prior to the scheduled event. We highly recommend checking your email regularly for updates.
URL:https://www.albertamushrooms.ca/event/scientific-foray-ministik-september-6-2025/
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SUMMARY:Blackfalds Foray (cancelled)
DESCRIPTION:Space is limited for this foray. All attendees need a ticket and must be active members of the Alberta Mycological Society. Tickets are available at the bottom of this page. \n\nLeader(s): Lori-Anne Leger\, TBD \nDate:  September 10\, 2025 \nTime: 11:00AM – 1:00PM \nLocation:  Blackfalds \nDogs: No\, dogs are not welcome on this foray \nOther details: Members-only event. Details regarding location will be emailed to members up to 1 week prior.  \nPlease read and familiarize yourself with the AMS Foray guidelines. \n\n\n🍄 Community Foray 🍄\nThis foray is only possible because of one of your fellow members!\nThe best way to say “Thank You” is to lead your own foray for members. \nIf you are interested in leading a foray in your community\, click the button link below. \n \n🍄 🍄 🍄 🍄 🍄 🍄
URL:https://www.albertamushrooms.ca/event/blackfalds-community-foray/
CATEGORIES:Forays
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SUMMARY:Weald Camping Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Weald Weekend Foray\nSeptember 12 – 14\, 2025\nWeald Provincial Recreation Area\, Alberta\nJoin us for a weekend of fun and foraging on the beautiful banks of the Embarras River west of Edson in Weald Provincial Recreation Area. \nSpots are limited! Reserve yours now…\n\nSeptember 12 – 14\, 2025\n$40 per unit for the weekend (no cost to come for the day)\nRegister now to guarantee your spot.\n\nExact location details and gate code will be sent to paid registered members. \nDetails:\n\nPlease restrict generator use to no earlier than 8 a.m.\, and not after 10 p.m.\nCooking up mushrooms for tasting is encouraged.\nArrive no sooner than 4 PM Friday – Departure by 2 pm Sunday.\nCost is $40 per unit (tent\, trailer\, etc).  Registration is required to help manage the space available.\nFirst scheduled foray is Saturday morning at 10 AM\, back for lunch then out again at 1 or 2 PM.  Sunday is open.\nGreat evenings of socializing\, getting to know other like-minded fungophiles\, carrying on deep mycological conversations\, taste testing\, singing and whatnot dependant on libations.\nThere is a closed-in shelter on site\, a few picnic tables\, and outdoor toilets\, but no power or water hookups.\nPump water on site but water is not certified potable.\nSketchy cell service in the valley.\nFirewood is provided.\n\nHopefully\, the weather will cooperate and there will be a plethora of tasty edibles \nie: Hedgehogs\, yellow foots\, gypsies\, red tops\, russulas\, lobsters\, if not at least great company. Bring an instrument if you play and the usual foray (wet weather) essentials.
URL:https://www.albertamushrooms.ca/event/weald-weekend-foray-september-12-14-2025/
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SUMMARY:Fungi Feast at the Park - Calgary
DESCRIPTION:Fungi Feast at the Park: An Evening of Mushroom-Inspired Cuisine and Conversation📍 Park by Sidewalk Citizen📅 Saturday\, September 27th | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM \nThe Alberta Mycological Society is kicking off National Mushroom Month with our very first Fungi Feast — a flavorful evening celebrating the fascinating world of mushrooms through food\, drink\, and expert insight. \nFor this special event\, we’ve partnered with Park by Sidewalk Citizen for an evening of mushroom-focused canapés curated by Chef Stefan Gusztak\, featuring creative mushroom-inspired dishes that are sure to delight. \nGuests will also enjoy a talk by Malcolm Saunders\, owner of LightCellar\, who will share fresh perspectives on fungi in food\, health\, and everyday life. \n🎟 Tickets: $50/person — includes: \n\nA welcome drink of Raspberry Gazoz or all-natural Chaga Root Beer\nMushroom-themed canapés by Chef Stefan Gusztak\nExpert presentation from Malcolm Saunders\nA chance to win a door prize\nA lively\, welcoming evening with fellow food and fungi enthusiasts\n\nCelebrate the incredible world of mushrooms with us — food\, drink\, and fungi await! \n\nRefund Policy:\nNo refunds will be issued after Sunday\, September 14th\, 2024. \nSpots are limited — don’t miss this one-of-a-kind event blending flavour\, learning\, and community connection.
URL:https://www.albertamushrooms.ca/event/fungi-feast-at-the-park-calgary/
LOCATION:Park By Sidewalk Citizen\, 340 13 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2R 0W9\, Canada
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