Forest Lichens: An Immersive Course on Nature's Resilient Allies

Saturday December 7th, 2024

11:30am to 4pm

Join botanist and naturalist, Jazmen Yoder for an immersive workshop that explores the fascinating realm of lichens.

This is a hands-on forest-based class that incorporates multiple methods of learning including sample collection, guided notetaking, and several fun challenges and opportunities that will have you identifying, discussing, and categorizing various lichens we find in the forest.

What to expect

1. Practical Identification Skills

   • Walk in the woods and learn practical techniques to identify various lichens.

   • Learn how to discern moss from lichen with a simple trick

   • Take a closer look (30x) and learn vocabulary for lichen structures.

   • Collect samples on your own then organize and label them with classmates around a warm fire.

2. Explore Names and Medicinal Uses

   • Familiarize yourself with the common and scientific names of several lichens

   • Discover history and cultural significance about certain species including traditional medicine and foraging practices.

   • Learn sustainable and ethical foraging methods for these sensitive organisms.

   • Participate in a Names Quiz to test your new knowledge

3. Lichen Biology

   • Ecology

   • Reproduction

   • Symbiosis and evolution

   • Key vocabulary

The entire class will take place on private forest land (Northwest Natura Land) in Maple Falls.

If you have an interest in lichens, biology, botany, natural medicines or hanging out in the woods with people learning new things, this outing is for you!

This class will be invigorating, educational, and unforgettable. Join me this winter at this one-of-a-kind workshop!

Space is limited.

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