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MycoBlitz
ORGANIZATION: Dakota County
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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2 people are interested
General Description
Help us learn more about the fungus among us. The MycoBlitz is an opportunity to learn a lot about a group of organisms in a short amount of time, thanks to the help of volunteers like you.
Fungi are incredibly important yet overlooked in our ecosystems. Some fungi partner with many different kinds of plants and trees to help them acquire the nutrients they need from the soil, in exchange for the plants’ sugars. They also decompose organic matter and make it re-usable for other organisms. Without fungi, we would be neck deep in detritus!
Very little is known about fungal diversity in Dakota County. This event will contribute to the MN Mycoflora Project, and staff will be on hand to help identify specimens and prepare them for the Bell Museum mycological collection. Mushroom experts, including members of the MN Mycological Society and UMN Mycology Club, will be on hand throughout the event to help with identification and to share their knowledge about the ecological roles of these mysterious organisms.
This is one of the few times where the public is allowed to collect mushrooms in Dakota County Parks, so don't miss this in-depth and fun learning opportunity.
Location
Lebanon Hills Regional Park
Visitor Center - Discovery Room
860 Cliff Road
Eagan, MN 55123
Date/Time
Sunday, August 5
Full Event: 10 am - 4 pm
Training Sessions Begin:
10 am, 12 pm, or 2 pm
Duties and Responsibilities
- Help collect fungi in the park and learn about the importance of fungi from experts.
Minimum Qualifications
- All ages welcome. Children 12 and under must have an adult present.
- Must be comfortable working in an outdoor environment.
- Must attend one of the training sessions before you go out to collect.
Minimum Time Commitment
Begin your day at 10am, 12pm, or 2pm. After the training session, stay for 1-2 hours exploring the park in search of fungi. Participants are also welcome to stay for the full duration of the program until 4pm.
Activity Level
Mild to Moderate
Contact Information
Chris Klatt
Natural Resources Specialist
christian.klatt@co.dakota.mn.us
952-891-7947
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About Dakota County
Location:
1590 Highway 55, Hastings, MN 55033, US
Mission Statement
Building stronger communities through empowered volunteers.
Description
Looking to lend a hand? We'd be happy to have you! Our volunteer opportunities run the gamut. Enhance the environment, influence struggling youth, encourage lifelong learning and so much more. The time you commit is in your control. Dive into a daylong event, volunteer in a monthslong program or help us out for years to come. No matter what you choose, you'll be building a better community. So go ahead, pick you passion and start feeling food about giving back.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Lebanon Hills Regional Park860 Cliff RoadEagan, MN 55123
DATE POSTED
July 13, 2018
SKILLS
- Environmental Education
- Environmental Science
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
N/A