Informative, visual, and educational discussion on the form, function and fun of fungi. Are they even of this world? These fascinating organisms are neither plant nor animal. Fungi inhabit a kingdom all their own. Dive deeper into the world of slime molds and mushrooms that possess the ability to transform matter, direct other life forms, neutralize environmental toxins, heal our bodies, alter consciousness and even expand our understanding of the universe.

Topics include:

Anatomy

Identification Techniques

Ecological Roles

Latest Research

Medicinal and Edible Species

Live demonstration of how to plug a log and grow your own edible mushrooms!

This keystone kingdom of our global ecosystem has much to share with us, but are you listening? Come have tea, and ponder this wonderful mystery tour of the world of Fungi.

Are you a mushroom hunter on Kauai? Bring your photos and specimens for discussion and identification. Enjoy mushroom, local herbal, and fine teas from around the globe at twlight in the serene and tranquil Garden Ponds Nursery. After nightfall, we enter the mushroom kingdom. Let the magical mystery tour begin!