Therapeutic Mushrooms and Functional Fungi

Explore the therapeutic and functional properties of a variety of wild mushrooms and their extract compounds. In this in depth class, you will. Together, we’ll perform a dual extraction and create a tincture. We will discuss best practices and learn how to avoid common hazards in the delicate process of making mushroom tonics.

About the Instructor: Michael Karns

Your instructor will provide the following:

Mushrooms for extraction, tincturing bottles, extraction processing equipment

Students are asked to bring:

Aprons

Since your class runs over the lunch hour, we recommend you bring lunch or click HERE to learn about local eating opportunities.

Skill Level 

No experience required.

Age Requirement note:

Students ages 12 and older are welcome to attend this class. Ages 12-15 must register with another registered adult. Ages 16-17 can register with parent permission by an email to info@marinemillsfolkschool.org.

Location Details 

Marine Mills Folk School

550 Pine St.

Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047

Cost Details

Tuition: $140

Materials Fee: $25

Total Cost: $165

NOTE: Be aware we may cancel class if a minimum number of registrations is not reached. We work to balance teachers’ need to plan for a class with students’ busy schedules — not an easy task. Please register as early as possible! If interested, you can find our cancellation policy HERE.