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SUMMARY:Calgary AMS Meet & Greet - Bring a Friend
DESCRIPTION:Calgary AMS Meet & Greet – Bring a FriendLocation: Calgary Central Library Room: 3-16B\n800 3 St SE\, Calgary\, AB T2G 2E7 \nCurious about the Alberta Mycological Society\, foraging and the world of mushrooms? \nLearn what mushrooms are\, where & how to find them\, and how to identify some tasty edibles! \nMeet other foragers\, both beginner and experienced \nChaga Iced Tea\, Water\, Reishi Brownies and snacks will be provided \nSchedule (approximate)\n12:30pm – 1:00pm: Doors open and socialize \n\n1:00pm – 1:15pm: Welcome and introduction to AMS \n\n1:15pm – 2:00pm: Presentations on Mushrooms\, Foraging\, iHunter\, iNaturalist and other important information for the 2026 season \n\n2:00pm – 2:15pm: Update on AMS Events and Projects \n\n2:15pm – 3:00pm: Free time for questions and socialization \n\n3:00pm – 3:30: Tidy up meeting room
URL:https://www.albertamushrooms.ca/event/calgary-ams-meet-greet-bring-a-friend/
LOCATION:Calgary Central Library\, 800 3 St SE\, Calgary\, AB\, T2G 2E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Public and Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260514T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260514T203000
DTSTAMP:20260619T171939
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SUMMARY:AMS Webinar: Mushroom Photography\, Collecting & Vouchering for AMS/iNaturalist
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nAlan RockefellerPresenter: Webinar: Whether you’re a seasoned forager or just starting out\, knowing how to document what you find in the field is one of the most valuable skills you can develop. In this webinar\, Alan will cover how to capture high-quality photographs of a wide variety of mushroom types. You’ll also learn best practices for collecting and preserving physical specimens\, and get a step-by-step walkthrough of how to complete AMS voucher forms so your finds can contribute to the AMS fungarium\, iNaturalist\, and Alberta’s broader fungal biodiversity record. \nThis free\, beginner-friendly webinar is open to everyone. \n About Alan Rockefeller: Alan is a popular self-taught American mycologist with a deep passion for the hidden world of fungi. He specializes in fungi photography\, microscopy\, DNA sequencing\, and taxonomy\, and has built a widely respected reputation in both the amateur and scientific mycology communities. Alan actively contributes to citizen science by volunteering his time identifying fungi on iNaturalist\, Mushroom Observer\, and Facebook\, where he is known for his approachable teaching style and encyclopedic knowledge. Alan can most easily be found on his Facebook page.  \n All Photos Credits: Alan Rockefeller More photos can be found on his facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/alanrockefeller  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.albertamushrooms.ca/event/ams-webinar-mushroom-photography-collecting-vouchering-for-ams-inaturalist/
CATEGORIES:Webinars,Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260521T203000
DTSTAMP:20260619T171939
CREATED:20260501T054242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T172005Z
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SUMMARY:AMS Webinar: 2026 Foraging with AMS\, iNaturalist & iHunter
DESCRIPTION:Curious about foraging with AMS this season? This free webinar walks you through everything you need to know to get started. Learn about AMS membership options and how to sign up for forays\, plus what’s new for 2026. \nGet the basics on foray safety\, gear\, and trail etiquette\, then dive into two must-have apps for the field: iNaturalist for logging and identifying your finds\, and iHunter for navigating your forage areas. Whether you’re brand new or just brushing up\, this one is worth tuning in for!
URL:https://www.albertamushrooms.ca/event/ams-webinar-2026-foraging-with-ams-ihunter-inaturalist/
CATEGORIES:Public and Member Event,Webinars,Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260619T171939
CREATED:20260520T003202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T191418Z
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SUMMARY:Calgary Region Foray
DESCRIPTION:Leader(s): Christine Costello\, Nadia Shiwdin\, Sean Campbell\, Taylor Routledge \nDate:  Saturday\, May 23\, 2026 \nTime: 10:00AM-12:00PM \nLocation: NW of Calgary \nDogs: Well behaved dogs are welcome on this foray; preferably leashed when appropriate. \nOther details: Members-only event. \nMembership ID: You will need your membership ID for the sign in/out forms on the foray – here is how you can find yours! \n\nLog into your AMS account.\nIn the top right – click “My Profile”.\nUnder the blue banner – click “Membership Cards”.\nTake a screenshot or note your membership id on your card!\n\n\nDetails regarding location will be emailed to members 1 – 2 days prior. \nPlease read and familiarize yourself with the AMS Foray guidelines. \n\n\n \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/calgary-region-foray-9/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260524T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260524T130000
DTSTAMP:20260619T171939
CREATED:20260521T192656Z
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SUMMARY:Red Deer/Calgary Region Foray
DESCRIPTION:Leader(s): Lori-Anne Leger\, Taylor Routledge and Nadia Shiwdin \nDate:  Sunday\, May 24\, 2026 \nTime: 11:00AM-1:00PM \nLocation: NW of Calgary (1hr 45min)\, SW of Red Deer (1hr 10min) \nDogs: Well behaved leashed dogs are welcome on this foray. \nOther details: Members-only event and 10 Non-member day passes available. \nMembership ID: You will need your membership ID for the sign in/out forms on the foray – here is how you can find yours! \n\nLog into your AMS account.\nIn the top right – click “My Profile”.\nUnder the blue banner – click “Membership Cards”.\nTake a screenshot or note your membership id on your card!\n\n\nDetails regarding location will be emailed to members 1 – 2 days prior. \nPlease read and familiarize yourself with the AMS Foray guidelines. \n\n\n \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/calgary-red-deer-region-foray-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260528T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260528T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T185758Z
UID:273661-1779993000-1780000200@www.albertamushrooms.ca
SUMMARY:AMS Workshop: Growing Edible Mushrooms in Your Garden
DESCRIPTION:Workshop: Growing Edible Mushrooms in your backyard\nHosted by Fungi Akuafo\nFor: Beginner mushroom cultivators \nIn this 1.5 hour workshop you will learn fungi basics (lifecycle\, cultivation cycle & cooking your harvest) and a simple technique to grow wine cap (beds)\, shaggy mane (heaps) and oyster mushrooms (stacks).\nYour registration fee includes:\n\nLink to introductory video on mushrooms life and cultivation cycle.\n1.5-hour live workshop via Zoom\nAccess to recording for three months\n\n\nOPTION A – WORKSHOP ONLY:  \n\n1.5 hour Zoom presentation with Q&A\n\nOPTION B- WORKSHOP AND SAWDUST SPAWN:  \n\n1.5 hour Zoom presentation with Q&A\n1 bag of Shaggy Mane\, Wine Cap\, Blue Oyster or Pearl Oyster sawdust spawn (1.5kg\, sufficient to make one 1 square metre bed)\n\n\n\n\nNo refunds on sawdust spawn – No refunds for webinar after Monday\, May 25th\, 2026
URL:https://www.albertamushrooms.ca/event/ams-webinar-growing-edible-mushrooms-in-your-garden/
CATEGORIES:Public and Member Event,Webinars,Public Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260530T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260530T150000
DTSTAMP:20260619T171939
CREATED:20260501T050621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T051502Z
UID:273684-1780138800-1780153200@www.albertamushrooms.ca
SUMMARY:AMS Booth @ Search & Rescue Outdoor Show
DESCRIPTION:Come pay the AMS booth a visit at the 4th Annual Calgary Search & Rescue Outdoor Show!
URL:https://www.albertamushrooms.ca/event/ams-booth-search-rescue-outdoor-show/
LOCATION:Capitol Hill Community Centre\, 1531 21 Ave NW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2M 1L9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Public Event
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