On Saturday, May 13, 9:00 am-12:00 pm, in the Emerson Brook Forest,
Gilsum, NH, Mycologist, Dave Wichland will demonstrate the cultivation
of the Elm Oyster and Shaggy Mane mushrooms. Both mushrooms are
delicious and healthful additions to the diet and beneficial in the
garden. It has been reported that they promote cardiovascular health,
boost immune system, fight cancer and intestinal disease, help control
cholesterol, and have antibiotic and anti-tumor properties. Elm Oyster
forms a symbiotic relationship with plants, unlocking nutrients from the
growing medium and feeding the roots of underlying plants. Shaggy Mane
grows well in compost and manure rich soils, in deep beds of hardwood
sawdust and woodchips, and in newly laid or fertilized lawns that are
watered frequently.
The cost of the workshop, sponsored by The Sustainability Project and
the Hannah Grimes Localvore Project is $10. Participants who want to try
growing these mushrooms at home can buy a bag of spawn from the
instructor for $30. For more information or to register for the workshop
email Jill by replying to this message. When you register for the
workshop, indicate if you'd like a bag of spawn for Elm Oyster, Shaggy
Mane, or both.
The Sustainability Project promotes a love of nature, environmental
stewardship, caring communities and ways of living that deepen our
interconnection with the web of life The Hannah Grimes Localvore Project
promotes the enjoyment of local foods.
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[permaculture] mushroom workshop Gilsum NH May 13,
Jill, 04/18/2006