On Sunday 19th August 2018 the North West Fungus Group held foray at Clock Face Country Park, St. Helens, despite the unpromising ground conditions and the threat of Storm Debby. Fortunately, Debby failed to turn up.
Something unusual to look out for!
Schizophyllum amplum Some unusual fungi to look out for following a wet and windy day! Poplar Bells (Schizophyllum amplum) This uncommon but fairly distinctive saprobic fungus is a typical decomposer of Poplar species and has been associated with Black Poplar (Populus nigra) as well as Willow (Salix fragilis). Tony Carter, our go-to mycologist, reports the...
Tony Carter: A Mission to Ainsdale
I received a request from Kew Herbarium to collect some specimens of the morels that can be found at the Ainsdale Sand Dunes Reserve. They are recorded as Morcella elata (Black Morel), an uncommon species. A recent European molecular study has revealed some new species. There is a distinct possibility that the Ainsdale dune collections...
Tony Carter: Northwest Foray Programme 2016 (vs2)
NWFG Foray Programme 2016(vs2) In association with the British Mycological Society Bring strong footwear. Details about terrain and accessibility of sites can be obtained by contacting the foray leader. Most venues have their own website. Forays are planned so that they can continue into the afternoon. If you intend to so continue please bring...