Did you know you can grow your own gourmet mushrooms right from your kitchen using compost and food scraps? In this fun and beginner-friendly class, we’ll explore the fascinating world of fungi and learn how to grow edible mushrooms at home—no green thumb or garden required!
What will we cover?
In this introductory session, we’ll explore:
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Whatat fungi are and why they’re awesome
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The life cycle of mushrooms (in plain English!)
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Easy-to-grow edible mushrooms for beginners
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How to use kitchen scraps and compost as a growing medium
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Basic steps for setting up a simple indoor mushroom grow
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Tips for troubleshooting and success at home
What will you need?
Nothing at all! Just bring your curiosity and a notebook if you’d like to jot down ideas. All examples and resources will be shared digitally so you can start your own mushroom adventure later
Accessibility
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Closed Captions
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Discounted Early Bird Tickets
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Free Tickets for First Nation Attendees
Who will be teaching?
Basil Sarguroh (he/him) is an enthusiastic fungi fan who loves making science fun and accessible. He’s spent time studying wildlife, growing plants, and now fungi—in kitchens and in the field! My mission is to help people fall in love with nature, one mushroom at a time.
From growing up tending rooftop gardens in India to now studying ecology in Australia, Basil has a knack for turning science into stories—and plant care into something anyone can confidently do. You can follow Basil @basil_sarguroh
Important info:
Photo by Dennis Scherdt on Unsplash
Other questions or accessibility requests? Just shoot an email to Maddy (she/her) at melbourne@lanewaylearning.com.