Fungi, fungi, fungi! Next Wed 5 & Thurs 6 June
Next week the Life in the Deadwood events kick off with us delving into the wonderful world of fungi! Three exciting events focused on FUNGI are set to take place next week:
What: Wonderful World of Fungi- Public Talk (no registrations required)
with Pam Catcheside, Adelaide Fungal Studies Group
When: Wednesday 5 June
Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 noon (SA time)
Where: Multifunction room, Mount Gambier library
FAMILY FRIENDLY!
One of hundreds of types of local South East fungi
Photo: Steve Clarke
What: Fungi Workshop with Pam Catcheside, Adelaide Fungal Studies Group
Includes what is fungi; fungi ID; types and basic collecting and preserving techniques.
When: Wednesday 5 June
Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm (SA time)
Where: Multifunction room, Mount Gambier library
Lunch included for those who register.
Bring your own fungi in to identify.
LIMITED SPACES! Maximum 15 people.
To register: contact the library either in person; ph: (08) 8721 2540 or
online: www.mountgambier.sa.gov.au/library (click on the ‘events’ tab, find the workshop on the calendar in June and click on this event to register)
Enquiries: Becky McCann 0409 842471 or
Bring in some fungi & learn all about it with Pam from the Adelaide Fungal Studies Group
What: Morning Fungi Foray: Penola Conservation Park
Adelaide Fungal Studies Group & Nature Glenelg Trust
When: Thursday 6 June
Time: Meet at 10:00 am in front of the Mt Gambier library, and drive to Penola CP.
Finished by lunchtime. BYO snacks, lunch, water, hand lens, appropriate clothing and footwear. LIMITED SPACES! Maximum 20 people.
To register: Becky McCann 0409 842 471 or
Also check out the family friendly Life in the Deadwood Bugs n Slugs events happening on Sunday 23 June at the Mount Gambier library, and book your place for one of the sessions!
