Discover the fascinating and weird world of mushrooms. Join mushroom enthusiast Leah Bendlin on this woodland hike at Scouters Mountain Nature Park to learn about the ecological roles of fungi and how they eat and reproduce. We'll have hands-on exercises and learn how to identify mushrooms. Field guides will be provided.
Cost: $6/person, $11/family
Ages: all ages welcome but geared toward adults
Difficulty: easy
Registration: Class size is limited to 15. Advanced registration is required. Registration is handled through the Oregon Zoo, a service of Metro.
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Pets policy: To protect plants, wildlife and people, Metro does not allow pets at most regional parks and natural areas. Pets can damage sensitive habitat and threaten wildlife the region has worked to protect. In natural areas where pets are not allowed, people see more wildlife and get closer to it. Seeing-eye dogs or other service animals are allowed. Please bring cleanup materials.