Fungi Foray: Beatrix goes Bonkers

Women are thought to have been crucial keepers of fungal lore across cultures throughout the centuries. They knew which mushrooms could cure and which could K*ll.

Interest in fungi has now hit an all-time high, but in 1155 Hildegard von Bingen was already writing about them in her herball, Liber Simplicis Medicinae, some in a code that has never been fully deciphered. Who were the pioneering female mycologists? How did First Nations women find underground truffle fungi in the desert? And can you name the Australian woman who has discovered at least 20 new species of fungi? In this interactive foray, Alison will share stories of the trail-blazing women behind important mycological discoveries and those who are leading the way today and open it up to your stories as well. C’mon ladies, don your boots, grab your magnifying glass, and come and help us find mushrooms!

You are welcome to bring some fungi inspired morning tea to share.

You may also like the following events from Fungi Feastival:

• Next month, 20th June, 01:00 pm, Foray Among Fungi with Alison Pouliot in Bega
• Next month, 20th June, 06:00 pm, Café Champignon: Book Launch & Soiree with Alison Pouliot in Bermagui
• Next month, 21st June, 09:00 am, Fungi Photography Immersive Weekend Workshop in Bermagui

Also check out other Trips & Adventurous Activities in Bega.