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OUTDOOR

Fungi Forays with Alison Pouliot

Fri, 20 June
Foray among Fungi in Mimosa Rocks National Park with Alison Pouliot
Tanja Lagoon Camp
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20 June 2025, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Tanja Lagoon Camp, 142 Haighs Rd, Tanja NSW 2550, Australia
Join Alison to wander through the forest in search of fungi, learn to identify them, and explore questions around their natural and cultural histories. How do we differentiate the desirable from the deadly? How can fungi help us ‘read’ the history of the forest?
Sat, 21 June
Encounters with Fungi – Workshop & Foray
Dalmeny Community Hall
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21 June 2025, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Dalmeny Community Hall, 33-35 Mort Ave, Dalmeny NSW 2546, Australia
In this highly interactive four-hour workshop, Alison will introduce both theoretical and practical components of the diversity, ecology and curiosities of the Kingdom Fungi, specific to fungi found in region but also within a wider Australian and international context. Includes a field foray.
Sun, 22 June
Encounters with Fungi – Workshop & Foray with Alison Pouliot
Eurobodalla Regional Botanic Garden
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22 June 2025, 11:00 am – 28 Oct 2025, 3:00 pm
Eurobodalla Regional Botanic Garden, Deep Creek Dam Rd, Batemans Bay NSW 2536, Australia
In this highly interactive four-hour workshop, Alison will introduce you to both theoretical and practical components of the diversity, ecology and curiosities of the Kingdom Fungi, specific to fungi found in region but also within a wider Australian and international context. Then, a forest foray.
Mon, 23 June
Foray: Beatrix goes Bonkers – Women, Mycology, History & the Future with Alison Pouliot
Tanja Lagoon Camp
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23 June 2025, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Tanja Lagoon Camp, 142 Haighs Rd, Tanja NSW 2550, Australia
This exciting female foray introduces participants to the Kingdom Fungi, in the context of the history of women’s knowledge of mushrooms.
Tue, 24 June
Foray among Fungi in Bega Valley National Park with Alison Pouliot
Bega Valley
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24 June 2025, 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Bega Valley
Who are these curious fungi organisms and what exactly are they doing out there in the landscape? Come find out more as you walk and talk with Alison.

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Fungi Foray with Marita Smith

Join local fungi enthusiast Marita Smith for a walk to learn about the fantastic world of fungi and the basics of mushroom identification. Learn about the diversity and ecology of fungi growing on the NSW south coast, from hardy polypores to groovy ghost fungi.

This fungi foray is at Surf Beach on 12 July 10 - 11 am. Cost: $25 per adult, $10 per child (5-16 years). Children under 16 years must be accompanied by a supervising adult.

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Kayaking & Fungi Tours

Dates

28 June 2025

Duration

Approximately 3 Hours

Rates

$200 Adult / $160 Child

About

Our tour starts at Broadwater and from here we paddle to the stunning Pambula River Mouth with vibrant turquoise water and beautiful natural surroundings. No kayaking experience needed as our expert kayak guide will show you how! Paddle up the river as our guide points out the fungi, wildlife and natural features of Beowa National Park.

Stop along the way to stretch your legs, have a swim and delicious morning tea. Special dietary requirements can be catered for upon request, just let us know at time of booking

Book for 28 June 2025