Mushroom picking: Introduction and identification
For the pleasure of walking through the forest as much as for the pleasure of eating your harvest, mushroom picking is a great activity. But, for it to stay pleasant, it is important to be able to differentiate an edible from an inedible or poisonous mushroom. At Massif du Sud regional park you can learn the difference with an experienced guide and get acquainted with mycology through a workshop including some theory on the mushrooms, harvesting and tasting.
Time : from 9:30 to 16:00, including lunch time
Price: 43,50$ adult, 20$ children, taxes not included
Length: 3 km
Elevation gain:100 m
What to bring: Lunch, snacks, water, a basket and a pocket knife, paper bags, whistle, clothing and shoes suited for a hike in the forest and for the day’s weather.
Dates : August 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 29; September 4
Dogs
In order to ensure the safety of all participants and to make sure that everyone has a fully satisfactory experience, dogs are not allowed during this activity. We thank you for your cooperation.
There are no upcoming events.
Your guide, Sébastien Royer
Mycology excursion to the summits
This activity is for those who have already taken the introductory course in mushroom picking and who wish to take their learning further. For this second part, the day will be entirely devoted to mushroom picking during a long ascent to the summit of Mount Saint-Magloire. The mushroom guide will accompany the participants throughout the harvest. A good physical ability is required to reach the mossy fir trees on the mountain.
Duration: from 9 to 4
Cost: 55$ per adulte, 25$ per kids, taxes included
Distance: 10 km
Elevation gain: 400 m
Guide : Sébastien Royer
What to bring: lunch, water bottle, backpack, basket, pocket knife, paper bags, whistle, clothes and shoes suitable for the hike in the forest and the weather conditions of the day
Planned dates: September 5, 11, 18, 2021
Dogs
In order to ensure the safety of all participants and to make sure that everyone has a fully satisfactory experience, dogs are not allowed during this activity. We thank you for your cooperation.
There are no upcoming events.
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