with Sofia from Wildplant and Suvi from Sporesong

Welcome to a weekend filled with forest, knowledge and the fascinating world of mushrooms. During two days we immerse ourselves in mushrooms with a focus on species knowledge, picking and how to make use of the forest pantry.

This is a practical and inspiring course for those who want to learn how to recognize, pick and refine mushrooms. No prior knowledge is required, the course is suitable for both beginners and those who want to deepen their knowledge. All that is needed is curiosity and desire to learn.

What you get to experience
During the weekend we will guide you through the world of mushrooms where we combine theory with practical moments out in the woods. You will learn about food fungi, poison fungi and confusion risks as well as how to pick sustainably.

Day 1 Species Knowledge and Forest Excursion
We start with the basics of mushroom knowledge, where you will learn to recognize common food mushrooms and their distinguishing features. We go through the parts and kinship of the fungus, and during the day we head out into the woods to pick together and practice species determination in the field.

Day 2 History and Refinement
We delve into how mushrooms have been seen historically in Sweden, as well as myths and stories connected with mushrooms. You will learn different ways to take advantage of the mushrooms, such as drying, pickling and cooking. We also try to make our own fermentation to take home.

Both days there is a lunch with mushrooms in focus where you get to taste different mushrooms and get inspired to new ways of cooking them.

About the Course Leaders

Sofia from Wild Plant is a trained self-keeper, mushroom consultant and nature guide with a strong grounding in the wild edible pantry. As a folk educator and fermentation enthusiast, knowledge of nature's raw materials is woven together with living food crafts. With a special interest in plants, fungi and living food, the processes from nature to the finished product are explored, where taste, curiosity and creativity are at the center.

Suvi from Sporesong is a trained mushroom consultant and guides in the world of mushrooms through courses, excursions and in-depth hikes. With a great commitment to species knowledge and nature experiences, knowledge is shared about the diversity of fungi, ecology and how they can be used in the kitchen. The focus is on creating security in speciation and arousing curiosity for life in the forest.

Take the opportunity during a weekend to gain the knowledge, tools and confidence to venture out into the mushroom forest and fill the basket with what nature has to offer.

We look forward to discovering together 🌿🍄