Improve your fungi identification skills in the field
About the event
This course is a follow-up day to our Fungi Identification for Improvers Study Day on 23 October. You will spend a whole day in the field searching for fungi to identify. You will meet inside the park gate opposite the end of a road called The Rise, Sevenoaks, TN13 1RG (Map ref: Tq 5334353425)
The day will begin with a brief introduction to the larger fungi - the various groups and their habitats. You will learn about the key characteristics necessary for identification, such as gill attachments and spore colours. Mycorrhizal associations (symbiotic relationships) with trees and other plant species will be discussed too.
There will also be a discussion on the edible and harmful species, but there will be no collecting other than for identification
This course is suitable for improvers. It is for those with a basic knowledge of fungi who wish to learn more about fungi classification and about physical characteristics which will assist in identification. A mixture of common and scientific names will be used.
Led by Phil Ambler, fungi enthusiast
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Cafe/refreshments
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Disabled parking
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Toilets
What to bring
Hand lens 8x or 10x (some will be available for loan on the day), packed lunch, drink, suitable clothing and footwear for weather/conditions.
Suitable for persons who can spend the whole day in the field in conditions that might be rough and uneven under foot.