Dear @FirstName

We are delighted to confirm your booking for the "Mt Canobolas Fungus Foray - Afternoon Session"! Get ready to delve into the mysterious and vital world of fungi in the stunning surroundings of Mt Canobolas. Here are the details of your upcoming adventure:

Event Details:

Date: Sunday, 5th May 2024
Time: 1:PM- 3:00 pm AEST
Location: Federal Falls campground, Federal Falls Walking Track, Canobolas NSW 2800, Australia
Price: $10 AUD + Booking Fee
Order Number: [OrderNumber]

This hands-on foray aims to deepen your understanding of fungi and their critical role in ecosystems, with a focus on identification skills, surveying techniques, and the importance of conservation efforts. The session will start with an introductory overview, followed by group surveys in the field.

Please Note: Only one booking is required per family.

What to Bring:

Camera or smartphone for photographs (No specimen collection allowed)
Hand lens and small mirror (for observing fungi)
Warm clothing, sturdy shoes, and wet weather gear
Download the iNaturalist app for citizen science participation

Additional Information: You will receive further details regarding the session and participant requirements closer to the event date. This event is part of "Mycology May," a collaborative initiative aimed at fostering a deeper appreciation and understanding of fungi.

As we will be going into the field we ask that you wear sturdy shoes, appropriate clothing and a hat for the day, you should bring a warm jacket, beanie, gloves and wet weather gear as the weather on Mount Canobolas can be quite cold, windy and wet....but the fungi love it!

We recommend watching the LLS video series The Forgotten Kingdom as an introduction to fungi identification and to prepare you for the foray.

THE FORGOTTEN KINGDOM – PART 1 – INTRODUCING FUNGI

THE FORGOTTEN KINGDOM – PART 2 – DIVERSITY

THE FORGOTTEN KINGDOM – PART 3 – SYMBIOSES

THE FORGOTTEN KINGDOM – PART 4 – FUNGI ON THE FARM

THE FORGOTTEN KINGDOM – PART 5 – IDENTIFYING FUNGI

THE FORGOTTEN KINGDOM – PART 6 – TWO SPECIAL SPECIES

Cancellation Policy: Life's unpredictable nature sometimes requires changes to our plans. If you're unable to attend, please cancel your registration as soon as possible to allow another enthusiast to take part in this unique opportunity.

Should you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to contact Claudia Macleay at centraltablelandsrlc@gmail.com (0438 302 501) or Liz Davis at liz.davis@lls.nsw.gov.au (0427 452 662).

Thank you for joining us on this enlightening journey into the world of fungi. We look forward to sharing this enriching experience with you and your family. Prepare to unlock the secrets of the fungal kingdom and contribute to our growing understanding of these fascinating organisms.

Warm regards,

Central Tablelands Regional Landcare Network