Various brown, yellow, and tan mushrooms growing on a mossy fallen log

Ever wanted to grow your own mushrooms? Genesee County Parks is teaming up with Great Lakes Mushroom Company for a hands-on mushroom cultivation workshop at For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum on Saturday, November 7, 2026.

Whether you’re a gardening enthusiast, a mushroom lover, or simply curious about the fascinating world of fungi, this interactive workshop offers a unique opportunity to learn the basics of growing mushrooms at home.

Participants will receive hands-on instruction in mushroom cultivation while enjoying complimentary mushroom coffee and food. Best of all, each participant will take home a 5-pound, ready-to-fruit mushroom grow kit that provides everything needed to put their newfound knowledge into practice.

The workshop is a great opportunity to discover a new hobby, explore the benefits of growing your own food, and learn from experienced mushroom cultivators.

Workshop Details
  • Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
  • Time: 3–5 p.m.
  • Location: For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum
  • Address: 2142 N. Genesee Road, Burton, MI 48509

Don’t miss this opportunity to discover the world of mushroom cultivation and bring home your very own growing kit!

Interested in attending? Visit the Genesee County Parks website for registration information and additional details.


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