Common Medicinal Mushrooms of Ontario
Popular foraging and outdoors educator Stephan Lukacic takes you deep into the science, tradition, and practical use of the many medicinal mushrooms commonly found in our Ontario forests!
Turkey Tail, Reishi, Chaga, Maitake, Lion’s Mane and more!
Date: Sunday, September 29th at 1:00 pm
Location: Farmer’s Daughter in Huntsville (118 ON-60, Huntsville, ON P1H 1C2)
About the Workshop
Join us for an immersive workshop that will take you deep into the enchanting world of Ontario’s wild medicinal mushrooms.
Your guide: Stephan Lukacic! An avid forager and outdoors educator with a wealth of experience in mushroom hunting - Steve is fascinating, knowledgeable and entertaining! A renowned outdoors educator and foraging expert.
Your host: Michelle Shabatura (aka founder of The Wild Daughter and Farmer’s Daughter!) She has a profound passion for the wilderness and deep love of nature. Her goal is to teach others how to connect with nature with an increased awareness and appreciation.
*Taking Steve’s Introduction to Wild Edible Mushrooms workshop before attending the medicinal mushroom workshop is strongly recommended! (Although not required).
Date & Time
Date & Time: Sunday, September 29th at 1:00 PM
Location: Farmer’s Daughter in Huntsville (118 ON-60, Huntsville, ON P1H 1C2)
Duration: Approximately 3 hours
Embrace the thrill of foraging, discover the wonders of wild mushrooms, and embark on an educational outdoor adventure like no other! Don't miss this opportunity to explore the forest's edible treasures with an expert forager as your guide. Sign up now and prepare for an unforgettable experience!
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Stephan Lukacic, popularly known as "Steve," is an avid forager and outdoors educator with a wealth of experience in mushroom hunting. His articles about foraging and mushroom hunting have been featured in prominent publications like Outdoor Canada. You can follow his adventures on Instagram: @Stevie_Funfur
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Take a deep into the science, tradition, and practical use of the many medicinal mushrooms commonly found in our Ontario forests!
This wellness workshop consists of an hour+ long seminar discussing the medicinal uses and health benefits of these powerful mushrooms, and the many beneficial compounds they contain. Steve will teach you how to accurately identify them and demonstrate safe and sustainable harvesting techniques. You’ll learn best practices for preservation and preparation, how they’re used in a variety of ways, and much, much more! There’s always time for questions and conversation, and usually some cool people and a bunch of laughs!
Turkey Tail
Reishi (Ganoderma sp.)
Chaga
Hen of the Woods (Maitake)
Hericiums (Lion’s Mane, Coral & Bear’s Head Tooth)
Oyster Mushrooms
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Agenda*:
12:00 - 1:00pm: Arrive at Farmer's Daughter for meet and greet and a small lunch from Farmer's Daughter
1:00pm -2:30pm
Wild Medicinal Mushroom seminar with Steve Lukacic
*Please note agenda is approximate timing
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Pen or pencil
Camera (cell phone)
Readiness to learn!
Please note that you will not be foraging for wild mushrooms to take home. This workshop focuses on teaching you about wild medicinal mushrooms, providing you with valuable insights into their safe consumption and sustainable harvesting practices.This workshop is best suited to adults and older children.
Cancelation Policy: For a full refund please cancel 48 hours prior to your event.