Wild Mushroom Hike

Join local wild mushroom expert, Ariel Bonkoski, for a wild mushroom hike! We will start with a brief introduction to wild mushrooms to learn a bit about our subject before hitting the trails to find mushrooms! Ariel will talk about the mushrooms we are finding as we go along. If we find any edible varieties, you are welcome to harvest to take home (please share the best we can among attendees) so bring your baskets or mesh bags if you wish! Ariel will cover wild mushroom storage or cooking tips at the end of class as we review what we found!
Ariel Bonkoski is a self-taught mushroom identification expert that resides in Duluth, Minnesota. She has been studying fungi since 2016 and is now one of the most active mushroom identifiers in North America. Ariel has taught mushroom identification courses and led forays for colleges, public schools, mycological societies, and nature centers all over North America. Ariel started Ariel’s Mushroom Co. in 2022 so she could focus all of her attention to teaching and learning more about mushrooms. Ariel is best known for her friendly and enthusiastic approach to teaching about mushrooms. She is an active Master Naturalist, with a passion for learning, giving back to nature, and connecting people to nature. Ariel spends much of her free time camping, hiking, and foraging. She aspires to become an exceptional naturalist.