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September 19 - 21
Common Ground Education Center
Unity, Maine
Events & Classes
Online Classes
Online Class: Log Inoculation for Beginners
In this online class, Louis will guide you through the basics of mushroom log inoculation using Shiitake mushroom spawn—a simple and sustainable way to grow mushrooms at home. Whether you're a gardening enthusiast, homesteader, or just curious about mushrooms, this class will teach you everything you need to get started.
SporeCorps - Mushroom Cultivation 101
In this 30-minute Spore Corps briefing, you'll learn the fundamentals of fungal science, hands-on inoculation techniques, and how to identify key stages in the mushroom life cycle. The session also introduces SporeCorps’ decentralized, community-driven approach to shared knowledge and resilience. It’s designed for DIY mycologists, educators, creatives, and anyone interested in applying fungi as a tool for empowerment and transformation.
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SporeCorps - Mushroom Cultivation Series (3-parts)
This three-part SporeCorps beginner series teaches you how to set up a budget-friendly home lab, practice clean inoculation and cloning techniques, and successfully fruit and harvest your first mushrooms. Through livestreamed, hands-on “missions” with a retro–science-camp vibe, you’ll gain practical skills, troubleshoot confidently, and join a community of DIY growers. You’ll also get recordings, supply lists, a Level 1 certificate, and fun extras like mission patches and contamination stickers.
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In-Person Events
Mushroom Church is a community art project and performance series created by musician and artist Tarun Nayar, also known as Modern Biology. It combines elements of art, science, and nature, particularly focusing on fungi and their role in the ecosystem. The project often involves musical performances using plant and mushroom bioelectricity, alongside talks, poetry, and art installations, all within the unique setting of churches or other historical spaces!
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