# Event Details - **Event Name**: Introduction to Mushrooms in Rocky Mountain National Park - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 05 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am – Wed, 05 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for a fun and educational day learning all about mushrooms in Rocky Mountain National Park!About this EventExplore the incredible world of mushrooms in this introductory-level course in Rocky Mountain National Park. This class begins with a two-hour lecture covering the basics of fungal biology, ecology, and identification, followed by a guided field trip to observe mushrooms in their natural habitats. This program focuses on appreciating fungi, making it perfect for nature enthusiasts and curious learners eager to deepen their understanding of the park's unique ecosystems.Who: Participants ages 16 and up.Program level: Moderate – These programs are most appropriate for those with some hiking experience. Expect to travel 1 to 2 miles over the course of the program and to be on your feet for several hours at a time. Participants should be comfortable navigating both maintained trails and unmaintained meadows or wooded areas. Transportation will be in a 15-passenger van with bench seats and a narrow aisle that requires stepping up to enter. Prior experience hiking or walking above 8,000 feet is recommended.This program has a classroom session and a field session.When: Wednesday, August 5, 2026 from 9:00am to 3:00pmWhere: Meet at the Grand Lake Center (301 Marina Dr, Grand Lake, CO 80447) and travel together to various locations within RMNP in Conservancy vehicles. All required fees and permits for park entry are included in your registration.What to Bring:10 Essentials for Field Institute Courses.About Your Instructor: Ed Lubow has been hunting and studying mushrooms since the 1970s and has been a volunteer in the Sam Mitchel Herbarium of Fungi at Denver Botanic Gardens (DBG) since 2008. He has been active with the Colorado Mycological Society since the late 1980s and has been president of that organization twice. He has been the instructor for Basic Mushroom Identification at DBG since 2016. He has been a mycology consultant for the Rocky Mountain Poison Center for many years and teaches their annual course for Emergency Medicine and Toxicology residents.Refund Policy:Cancellations made more than 30 days prior to the start of the course are eligible for a full refund. Cancellations made fewer than 30 days in advance are not eligible for a refund.Our programs proceed rain or shine, and participants should be prepared for inclement weather. However, should we decide to cancel a program due to unsafe weather or emergency conditions, we will notify participants by email and automatically issue full refunds.Conservancy members get 10% off individual registration when you use the discount code in your membership email! Not a member of the Conservancy? Learn more and join here: If you have questions about this course, please contact the Field Institute by email at education@RMConservancy.org or by phone at 970-586-3262. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grand-lake/introduction-to-mushrooms-in-rocky-mountain-national-park/100001918232568249 - **Event Categories**: workshops, trips-adventures, trekking - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 127.47, max: 127.47, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Grand Lake - **state**: CO - **country**: United States - **location**: Grand Lake Center - **lat**: 40.2501848 - **long**: -105.8309738 - **full address**: Grand Lake Center, 301 Marina Drive, Grand Lake, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Introduction to Mushrooms in Rocky Mountain National Park - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/e973ef9f168c4e4e337f93ed46fbc7580246f921c21a9e5802ea4b1b49847fbd-rimg-w1200-h600-dc151107-gmir.jpg?v=1764684327 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Introduction to Mushrooms in Rocky Mountain National Park being held? - **A:** Introduction to Mushrooms in Rocky Mountain National Park takes place on Wed, 05 Aug, 2026 at 09:00 am to Wed, 05 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm at Grand Lake Center, 301 Marina Drive, Grand Lake, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Introduction to Mushrooms in Rocky Mountain National Park? - **A:** Tickets for Introduction to Mushrooms in Rocky Mountain National Park are priced at USD 127 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityIndividual RegistrationUSD 127 + USD 7 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Introduction to Mushrooms in Rocky Mountain National Park? - **A:** Introduction to Mushrooms in Rocky Mountain National Park is organized by Rocky Mountain Conservancy Education Team. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Introduction to Mushrooms in Rocky Mountain National Park is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Grand Lake, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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