Events and Programs
Wednesday Wander: Crust Fungi at Whitten Hill Trail
Many people are familiar with gilled mushrooms, boletes, and coral fungi, but their flat and overlooked relatives—the crust fungi—are just as common in our forests.
Join mycologist Emma Richter of the Maine Mycological Association for a walk at Whitten Hill Trail focusing on wood-decaying fungi that grow flat against logs and branches, often going unnoticed. Participants will learn how to recognize crust fungi in the field and how to distinguish some of the major forms that occur in Maine forests while exploring the hemlock and bog habitats of the preserve. Learning to notice this hugely diverse group of charismatic species will broaden your understanding of Maine’s fungal biodiversity and the complex processes happening on the forest floor.
Emma Richter is an amateur mycologist based in Liberty and a member of the Maine Mycological Association. She studies the crust fungi of the northeastern United States and shares her work through photography, writing, and public presentations.
For questions, please reach out to Zoe Thomas at zoe@midcoastconservancy.org.
While this is a free event, we appreciate your registration which is essential for our planning.
All are welcome! Participants under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
