The Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre (located in Bamfield, British Columbia and owned by UVIC, UBC, SFU, UAlberta, and UCalgary) is proud to offer a new course: Field Mycology this summer from August 13 - 31, 2018. The course will be taught by Dr. John Klironomos (UBC Okanagan) Scholarships are available to undergraduate students who apply by March 1, 2018. More information including a course description and prerequisite information: http://www.bamfieldmsc.com/education/prospective-students/courses/detail/field-mycology Information on how to apply: http://www.bamfieldmsc.com/education/prospective-students/how-to-apply Please call or email Bamfield Marine Sciences Centre with any questions.
Paul Kroeger will present on Common Mushrooms. Presentation starts at 7:30pm. Paul Kroeger has studied mushrooms for over thirty-five years and is a founding member of Vancouver Mycological Society. He is considered a leading expert in field identification of mushrooms of western Canada. Paul has made a special study of “little brown mushrooms” including magic mushrooms and their relatives. He has been involved in many projects and studies about diverse aspects of mushrooms, gaining knowledge about fungal biology and ecology, and biochemistry of toxic, hallucinogenic, medicinal and edible mushrooms. Years of experience create unique insights and understanding of fungal life-ways and interactions in temperate ecosystems.
The VMS returns to Manning Park for our annual weekend foray! September 21-23, 2018. Join us for a weekend of guided mushroom walks, catered meals, expert presentations, and socializing with all your favourite mushroom nerds. Early-bird tickets are now available to VMS members: Food and Lodging ($150), Food-only ($100), and Kitchen Work-Trade ($75)