Fungi in the Forest Hike - La Crosse Blufflands, Kaplan Tract

Join us for a fall hike through the La Crosse Blufflands as we search for mushrooms and lichens in one of the most beautiful settings in our area.

Guided by mycologist Sadie Hickey, this educational workshop will give participants the opportunity to learn about mushroom identification specific to the Driftless Area. Participants will be able to share their findings and get assistance from Sadie with mushroom identification as they hike.

Mushroom hunting is a popular way to enjoy the seasons. In September, hikers in Wisconsin’s Driftless Area may be lucky enough to find such varieties as honey mushrooms, chicken-of-the-woods, hen-of-the-woods, turkey tail, and puff ball mushrooms. There are also a number of lookalikes that can be poisonous, so it is a great opportunity to explore with someone who has experience identifying fungi.

Sadie is an experienced botanist and mycologist with an interest in all the life that surrounds us. The hike will be focused on finding mushrooms, but we will discuss any plants, lichens, or other organisms of interest we encounter.  

Bring a curious mind, a good pair of shoes, and dress for the weather.

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for this FREE event by October 8 (or until filled). This event is part of the Conservancy’s 2024 Linked to the Land series of outdoor learning experiences in Wisconsin’s Driftless Area, sponsored by our members with support from WXOW / News 19.

With questions or to get on a cancellation list, contact Karen Solverson at [email protected] or call 608-784-3606 ext 8.