Guided Mushroom Walks
Guided Mushroom Walks
May-Nov, Western Canada
Discover the hidden world beneath your feet.
Join mushroom identification expert Martin Osis for a guided walk near your neighbourhood, exploring the fascinating role fungi play in our ecosystems. These walks reveal how mushrooms connect life above and below the soil; supporting forests, fields, and the cycles of nature we depend on.
What to Expect
- Learn how to identify edible, poisonous, and functional mushrooms
- Understand the ecology and purpose of fungi in natural systems
- Engage in an open, thoughtful discussion about nature, utility, and interconnected life
- Gain not just knowledge, but a deeper awareness of the living landscape around you
No prior experience is needed, just curiosity and a willingness to look closely.
What to Bring
- Curiosity – beginners are very welcome
- Weather-appropriate clothing – dress comfortably for outdoor conditions
- Water and snacks (please be mindful of common allergens)
- Mushrooms you’ve found (optional): bring them along for insight into their life cycles, competition, and cooperation
Booking Information
- Free for children under 12 (must be accompanied by a parent or guardian)
- Meeting location will be emailed 24 hours before the walk
Book now and begin your journey into the entangled life of forests and fields, where fungi quietly shape the world around us.
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It was a great walk and discussions with Martin, but I wish we could have found more Morel mushrooms.
We plan to do this again. Thanks.
Martin is extremely knowledgeable when it comes to mushrooms and you can pick up on his enthusiasm about it. Love that he is very willing to share this wonderful knowledge that he has accumulated. I feel more confident since his talk at the library and one walk., ready to identify some mushrooms with confidence.
Martin really knows mushrooms. His talk on mushrooms was amusing and engaging. I plan to sign up for a workshop.