Thursday August 19th, 6:30-7:30 pm
This Conservancy Day will be in person. Meet at the Orchid Heights Park Pavilion.
Neither plants nor animals, members of the fascinating Fungal kingdom are pervasive partners and recyclers in the natural landscape. This walk and talk will provide a new perspective on the visible and microscopic fungi that associate with native species in ways beneficial and/or pathogenic. Bring a hand lens or magnifying glass if you have one, and any questions you’ve always wanted to ask.
Biography:
Andrea Gargas is a mycologist who studies the evolution and relationships of fungal species based on their DNA sequences. She discovered that fungi have taken up the lichen lifestyle several times, and recently described a new fungal species that causes Bat White Nose Syndrome. She has written a Phenology Calendar sponsored by FOPB since 2008. Visit Andrea’s website: Symbiology.com
| RSVP to conservancyday@pheasantbranch.org |
Every Conservancy Day is:
- Free — thanks to your donations and membership as a Friend
- Open to the public
- For all ages unless a specific age group is given in the program description
- Diverse topics — More than 400 participants each year enjoy topics ranging from wildlife, science, resource management, natural and cultural history and current community issues
Mark your calendars for these inspiring and special events the third Thursday of each month, from January through November.