Join a relaxed, informal survey searching for fungi and recording them as part of the Ouse Burn Way.

About this event

Join us for a relaxed and friendly fungi walk exploring the fascinating world of woodland fungi.

Autumn is a wonderful time to discover fungi, from colourful caps pushing through the leaf litter to bracket fungi growing on fallen wood and the many other species quietly breaking down dead wood and returning nutrients to the woodland.

We’ll make use of identification apps, field guides and our collective brain power to help identify what we find, sharing ideas and learning from one another along the way. We’ll also record some of our discoveries, helping to build a better picture of fungi along the Ouse Burn Way.

No previous fungi experience is needed, just curiosity and an enthusiasm for getting outside and looking closely at the natural world. This is an exploratory walk, and what we find will depend on the conditions on the day!

Please bring weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear.

Essential Information

Event lead: James Common

Event length: 1 session, Thursday 19 November, 10.00 am -12.00 pm (approx)

Event structure: Informal walk

Level: Beginner/Enthusiast

Meet at: Entrance to Gosforth Nature Reserve, NZ 26008 69898, atom.snail.burn

Event cost: Free

*Please ensure you use the meeting point above, not the one provided automatically by Eventbrite. Early arrival is recommended as we will depart 5 minutes after the start time.

About The Ouse Burn Way Project

Made possible by the Reece Foundation (https://www.reece-foundation.org/), The Ouse Burn Way offers free, enjoyable events that encourage people of all ages to connect with nature. From exploring local wildlife to discovering the hidden gems in your community, these activities are a great way to experience the natural world in Newcastle and North Tyneside. What will you spot in your own neighbourhood? Come along and join us for some outdoor fun, and start noticing the wildlife around you. For more information about the project, please click here (https://www.theouseburnway.co.uk/).

About the Event Lead

James works as Ouse Burn Naturalist at NHSN. Outside of work (https://commonbynature.com/), he is a passionate wildlife recorder with a focus on botany and invertebrates. As a botanist, he is a joint BSBI Vice-County Recorder for North Northumberland and has a particular fondness for ferns, grasses and old woods. You can follow him on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/commonjames/) & Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/commonbynature/).

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