The workshop will be given in French, but the instructor is bilingual and will be able to answer questions in English.
Goal: To acquire the basic skills of foraging and processing wild mushrooms and guiding groups on recreational foraging excursions.
Trainers: Biologist, certified trainer of mushroom gatherers, assisted by specialists in related fields.
Pricing:
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$300 - Course Only: Includes the 2-day class, PDF, and textbook.
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$350 - Course + Field Trip: Includes the 2-day class, textbook, and an optional third-day excursion of your choice from the available calendar dates. A promo code will be provided for 100% off the regular price of an excursion in 2025. For more information, visit Mycoboutique or call 514 223 6977.
Participants:
Minimum of ten participants who enjoy the outdoors and hiking, are interested in foraging and selling wild mushrooms, or wish to explore mycotourism.
Note: A basic understanding of French is recommended to fully benefit from the workshop.
Dates: Given in French, Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Location: A conference room near Mycoboutique's shop.
Preliminary Program
First Day
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Goals and Expectations 9:00-9:15 am
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The Fungi Kingdom 9:15-10:00 am
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Allergies and Poisonings 10:00-11:15 am
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Good Practices 11:15-12:00 pm
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Identification 1:00-2:30 pm
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Gastronomical Species of Northeastern North America 2:45-4:00 pm
Second Day
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Edible Species 9:00-10:00 am
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Medicinal Species 10:15-11:30 am
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Forest Access and Safety 11:30-12:30 pm
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Handling, Shipping and Conservation 1:30-4:00 pm
Optional Third Day – Mycological Excursion
On this optional third day, participants will join a guided mycological excursion in a natural setting. Accompanied by an experienced guide, you'll apply the knowledge gained during the first two days to identify wild mushrooms in their natural habitat. The excursion will focus on:
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Recognizing edible and medicinal species
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Identifying toxic look-alikes
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Understanding mushroom ecology and preferred habitats
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Practicing safe and sustainable foraging techniques
Participants are encouraged to bring appropriate gear such as hiking boots, a basket, and a knife for mushroom collection. This immersive experience offers a hands-on opportunity to deepen your skills and gain confidence in the field.
Certificate: A certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of the course and exam. To pass, participants must correctly answer all toxicity-related questions (100%).
See cancellation policy.
