{"id":75,"date":"2016-03-08T17:30:33","date_gmt":"2016-03-08T17:30:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/mushroomhunting.org\/?page_id=75"},"modified":"2024-05-01T14:41:33","modified_gmt":"2024-05-01T14:41:33","slug":"childrens-programs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mushroomhunting.org\/index.php\/childrens-programs\/","title":{"rendered":"KIDS’ PROGRAMS"},"content":{"rendered":"

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WILD WILD MUSHROOMS<\/span><\/p>\n

Kids are always surprised to learn what it is that mushrooms are actually doing<\/em> in the forests and fields, and astonished at the diversity of cool mushroom species that can be seen right in their own neighborhoods.\u00a0 Although the kingdom Fungi is a hugely important part of our natural world, it is often misunderstood\u2026or not understood at all!\u00a0 But with help, it\u2019s actually easy to grasp…and, luckily\u00a0for us educators, learning about the science of mushrooms is lots of\u00a0fun.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our \u201cWild Wild Mushrooms\u201d children\u2019s program is really all about nature in general. \u00a0Fungi play crucial roles in the environment, all around us, all the time; yes, sometimes this means breaking down dead wood and other substances…but did you know about the amazing new discovery that fungi can break down toxic chemicals? \u00a0They are now being used for cleaning up environmental disasters! \u00a0The world of fungi is a treasure trove of environmental science, and not just amazing educational stories, but fun science activities like making spore prints, taking nature photos, and going on \u201ctreasure hunts\u201d to identify and collect Artist\u2019s Conks and other mushrooms to use for crafts.\u00a0 We go over these activities during our \u201cWild Wild Mushrooms\u201d slideshow; but from May through November we also offer\u00a0 \u201cFun with Fungi\u201d, an extended half-indoor, half-outdoor program, where everyone can experience the fun for themselves.\u00a0 Contact us to plan a wonderful program for your school or organization.<\/span><\/p>\n

Email info@mushroomhunting.org<\/a>\u00a0 or call us at (401)595-6143.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cWILD WILD MUSHROOMS\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

1-hour slideshow program, presented by Ryan and Emily.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fee:\u00a0 Varies. Determined on an individual basis.\u00a0 Contact us! (401) 595-6143<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cFUN WITH FUNGI\u201d two-part class<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

1-hour slideshow program, indoors, presented by Ryan and Emily.<\/span><\/p>\n

1-hour hands-on program, outdoors:\u00a0 mushroom walk, science activities, and crafts.<\/span><\/p>\n

(indoor and outdoor segments can be on the same day, or on two separate days)<\/span><\/p>\n

Fee:\u00a0Varies. Determined on an individual basis.\u00a0 Contact us! (401) 595-6143\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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DON\u2019T WORRY<\/u>\u2014Handling wild mushrooms is safe, even the very poisonous kinds.<\/em> \u00a0In other countries, children often provide great assistance by gathering mushrooms and bringing them home to their parents, who determine which ones can be eaten.\u00a0 However, we know that this would alarm many American parents; so this children\u2019s program steers clear of teaching about edible wild mushrooms.\u00a0 We talk a little about the nutritional value of mushrooms from grocery stores; but as far as wild<\/strong> edible mushrooms, we say only this: \u00a0the science of\u00a0mycology\u2014identifying mushrooms scientifically<\/em>\u2014is the way adults can be trained to tell safe ones from poisonous ones. \u00a0Then we move on to the next topic.<\/span><\/p>\n

For programs about edible<\/em> mushrooms for adults (or mature kids), check out the CLASSES, WALKS, & FESTIVALS tab above.<\/span><\/p>\n

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