Fungus Among Us: Growing Mushrooms with Jared Urchek

You too can grow mushrooms at home. It’s easier than you think! We’ll will walk you through their process of growing mushrooms step-by-step. Plus, you’ll receive spawn to start growing your own mushrooms at home.

Meet Your Teacher

Jared Urchek is a Maryland-based naturalist, mycologist, and licensed acupuncturist passionate about foraging and education. For over a decade, he has led mushroom foraging workshops at Fox Haven, emphasizing ethical and safe wild harvesting. He also runs Vital Traditions Acupuncture in College Park, integrating natural health practices into his work.