This group is for people who wonder about wild plants. If you enjoy discovering and studying wild plants this group is for you! We believe there is no such thing as a weed. They are all good plants that have important functions in the ecosystems that make up our world!

The IMA is comprised of mycologists and laypeople from all walks of life who share a common interest in the study of mushrooms. Individual members often have specific areas of interest and expertise, including mushroom foraging, taxonomy, cultivation, mycoremediation, mycorrhizas, medical mycology, yeasts, lichens, food spoilage, fermented foods, plant diseases, symbioses with animals, and edible, poisonous, and entheogenic fungi. If you are new to mushrooming, joining a mushroom club will give …

Have you ever thought about what you would do if you became lost while on a day hike? How about if you injured yourself miles from civilization and were unable to move? Then, all too quickly dusk approaches and the realization that you will be spending the night in the wilderness begins to sets in. Being prepared for this type of situation and having a well established plan could mean the difference between life and death. That is why at the “Wilderness Survival” Meetup, our chief aim is to help …