The Cooperative at Dawn Farm announces its annual Edible Mushroom Log Workshop, a hands-on event for anyone interested in sustainable gardening and culinary exploration. Scheduled at noon on December 7 and 15, 2024, this engaging workshop provides participants with the tools and knowledge to cultivate their own gourmet mushrooms.

Attendees will learn about the fascinating world of fungi and its vital role in ecosystems. Guided by experts, participants will discover how to transform ordinary logs into small mushroom farms. The workshop includes team-based activities using professional tools to drill, plug and seal logs with two types of mushroom spawn. Each participant will leave with a fully prepared mushroom log, ready to produce Oyster mushrooms two to four times per year for up to four years, along with detailed care instructions.

Additional mushroom logs will be available for purchase at $25 each, making perfect holiday gifts or additions to home gardens. The workshop combines education, fun and hands-on experience in a collaborative atmosphere.