Saturday, October 10, 2026 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Meeting House — 617 Main St., Lynnfield, MA
They’re all over the web, all over the news, and if you’re lucky (and in the right season), all over your local woodlands. They’re mushrooms, the mysterious eruptions from an otherwise hidden world of life and death. When they emerge, they can delight us with beautiful colors, strange shapes, and curious aromas. Enrich your curiosity by going more deeply into the mystery. Join mushroom expert Jonathan Kranz on this guided mushroom walk in which we explore the joys and hazards of the fungus among us, discovering: Which mushrooms are safe to eat and how to find, collect, and prepare them How to identify and avoid the most dangerous toxic mushrooms in our region The secrets to using sight, scent, and context to identify your mushroom finds The strange ways mushrooms live and the vital, hidden roles they play in our habitats Unexpected surprises: we’ll always find and discuss delightful natural wonders that are impossible to predict in advance Please note: This event will take place at the Lynnfield Woodlot and involve gentle hiking. Please dress appropriately for movement and the weather. We will meet at 1452 Main Street in Lynnfield at 10 am. This event is prresented in partnership…