Growing mushrooms for food, medicine, or enjoyment is a relatively simple practice that can have a profound impact. By learning the methods needed to be successful, we develop a deeper understanding of the organisms we are working with and how they exist in the world. We will work with Oysters, Lions Mane, and Garden Giant primarily in this workshop. Each participant will take home knowledge of how to plant mushrooms from spawn into a fruiting substrate, and a small quantity of mushroom spawn.

Registration is required. Class fee is a Sliding Scale of $15-$45.

Please bring water bottles, weather-appropriate attire, brown bag lunch and snacks if needed.

Charlie (aka Charliceps) is a lover of mushrooms and an independent researcher of fungal roles in local ecosystems. He co-founded Mush Luv in 2017 with Nina O'Malley, and together they have worked to bring native fungi into the food, medicine, and awareness of their community. He now works full-time at Farfields Farm generating fungal growth, research, and educational opportunities.

About Farfields Farm

Farfields Farm is a 150 acre farmstead project inspired by permaculture design and regenerative agricultural practices, located in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Afton, Virginia. Our farm is home to a native plant nursery, pastured laying hens, Icelandic sheep, vegetable and medicinal gardens, mushroom logs, ponds, woodlands, and wildlife.