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Live Wild: Bushcraft Mushrooms Course

Join Live Wild for an introduction to the fascinating world of fungi

  • Booking essential

The day will include:

Introduction to the practice of mushroom foraging and its core principles. Introduction to the identification and classification of fungi. Uses of mushrooms for food, medicine, bushcraft and first aid. After an ID walk we will arrive at our secluded basecamp where you will have a go at an ancient fire lighting technique using key species of fungi to catch a spark and kindle a flame. We will then cook up tasty edible mushrooms and make a medicinal drink over the fire.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

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All £65.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 01422844518

Suitability

Suitable for ages 14+ under 18s must be accompanied by an adult

Meeting point

Full information will be provided by Live Wild

What to bring and wear

Please wear suitable clothing for a day in the woodland

Accessibility

Full access information can be found on our homepage, please contact the team for specific access information.

Contact info

Live Wild

Upcoming events

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Ancient Underlands : Calderdale's Grassland Fungi 

Free art exhibition by Turquoise Arts

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on
28 Oct to 17 Nov 2024
at
10:00 to 15:00
+ 12 other dates or times
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Fungi Festival 

Join us in the Mill to celebrate Calderdale's ancient grassland fungi with a season of art, craft and walks

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on
28 Oct to 22 Dec 2024
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 55 other dates or times
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Crafting in the Mill: Potato printing fungi 

Add your mark to our canvas or take home your own print

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on
1 Nov to 2 Nov 2024
at
10:00 to 14:00
+ 1 other date or time
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Crafting in the Mill: Nature crowns 

Crown yourself with your own woodland finds

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on
8 Nov to 9 Nov 2024
at
10:00 to 14:00
+ 1 other date or time