The Strange and Unusual World of Fungi

Program Type:

Presentation

Age Group:

Adults
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  • Registration will close on March 11, 2026 @ 7:00pm.
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Program Description

Event Details

With names like Giant Puffball, Chicken of the Woods and Dead Man’s Fingers, fungi are often considered odd and misunderstood organisms. While Kingdom Fungi includes yeasts, molds, and mildews, as well as mushrooms, in this program we’ll focus on exploring the types of mushrooms native to Kane County. After an overview of life cycle, anatomy and ecological importance of fungi, Barb McKittrick (Environmental Education Manager at the Forest Preserve District of Kane County) will explain how to identify local mushrooms and showcase a few of the species that make their home in our region.

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