Otways Fungus Foray

Fungi delight and intrigue and provide the connective network of terrestrial ecosystems. The forests surrounding Gellibrand harbour some of the most diverse and bizarre fungi in the state.

This workshop introduces participants to the diversity, ecology and curiosities of the Kingdom Fungi, specific to fungi found in the Otways region but also within wider Australian and global contexts.

It will include a ninety-minute interactive session on the basics of fungus identification where participants will get to handle, examine and identify various fungi. Participants will also learn to recognise the various diagnostic characteristics used to identify fungi in the field. Fungi will be discussed in regard to their ecological roles and also cultural aspects such as edibility and toxicity.

We will then partake in an exciting two hour foray through various local ecosystems to search for species of interest.

It can get chilly in the forest so be sure to dress warmly!

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MONDAY 15 APRIL 2024

12pm–4pm

COST: $80 or $75 concession

GELLIBRAND, VIC

BOOKINGS:  03 5235 8348 OR coordinator@gellihouse.org

PHOTO MASTERCLASS – FUNGI IN FOCUS

The Murray region is home to a diversity of interesting fungi.

With their peculiar forms and amazing colours, fungi make intriguing photographic subjects.

In this introductory workshop, you will learn the basics of how photograph fungi in different contexts to capture both their scientific and aesthetic nature. We will focus on the particular challenges of macro-photography such as high contrast, low light and colour management, addressing both technical aspects of exposure and creative aspects of composition.

Following an indoor highly interactive session, we will then head to the field to search for fungi and practice photographic techniques.

The workshop is open to middle level to advanced photographers. No knowledge of fungi is necessary.

This masterclass is limited to 8 participants.

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THURSDAY 18 APRIL 2024

10pm–4pm

COST: $185. Includes lunch, refreshments and field guide

ALBURY, VIC

FULLY BOOKED