Cape Town's Ultimate Mushroom Foraging Workshop:
Discover the Magic of Cape Towns Forests - Date Shown On The Ticket Above.
Join us for an unforgettable morning exploring one of nature's greatest kingdoms, the fungi kingdom! guided by a trio of Cape Town's most passionate mushroom founders:
- Alec Scott: Founder of The Mushroom Box, bringing his deep knowledge of mushroom cultivation and a passion for sharing the wonders of fungi.
- Cullen Clark: The visionary behind Aether Apothecary, renowned for his expertise in medicinal mushrooms and their incredible health benefits.
- Chantal Zimmermann: Founder of the nature-inspired Mosh Jewelry, bringing her keen eye for detail and appreciation for the beauty of the natural world.
When? - 28th June 2025
Where? - The location is released 3 days before the workshop (Within Cape Towns surrounds)
Your Basic Edible Mushroom ID Book:
Welcome to a Day of Mushroom Adventure!
Are you curious about mushrooms and want to learn more? Our mushroom workshop is the perfect place to start! You’ll spend a fun day outside with nature, learning all about mushrooms from experts Alec Cullen and Chantal, who know everything about these amazing forest treasures.
Start the Day with a Warm Welcome
We meet at 9 AM at the designated meeting Spot (Announced on WA), where everyone gathers for a friendly hello. Alec and Chantal will introduce themselves and explain how to stay safe during the workshop. You’ll also sign an indemnity form to make sure everyone has a great time.
Connect with Nature: Grounding and Mycelium Magic
Chantal will lead a grounding session to help you feel relaxed and ready to explore. Then, Alec will show you a special part of the forest called mycelium — it’s like the mushroom’s secret underground network! You’ll learn how mushrooms grow and live in the forest.
Time to Forage: Find Your Own Mushrooms!
Next, we walk to a safe spot where you can look for mushrooms yourself. Chantal will teach you how to pick mushrooms carefully so we don’t hurt the forest. Your guides will explain which mushrooms are safe to eat and which ones to avoid. Then, you get 20 to 30 minutes to find mushrooms around you — it’s like a treasure hunt!
Learn and Discover Together
After foraging, we all meet up to look at the mushrooms everyone found. Alec, Chantal, and Cullen will help you identify each mushroom and explain cool facts about them. You’ll even get to see inside a mushroom to learn about its parts!
Hands-On Fun: Mushroom Growing Demo
We’ll visit a fallen tree where you’ll see how to help mushrooms grow by adding special mushroom “seeds” called mycelium. Cullen will also talk about a natural way to help mushrooms grow more in the wild.
Finish with Mushroom Tips and Treats
As we finish our walk, Alec will share tips on how you can grow mushrooms at home. We’ll have a final question time where you can ask anything you want. Plus, you’ll get to taste some mushroom samples and refreshing kombucha from Chantal. Don’t forget to smile for the group photo!
Keep the Fun Going After the Workshop
We’ll send you a helpful guide to keep learning about mushroom foraging. You can also visit our market stall to buy mushroom products and support our mushroom community.
We can't wait to explore the fascinating world of mushrooms with you!
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