The saying goes, “There are old mushroom hunters and there are bold mushroom hunters, but there are no old and bold mushroom hunters.” Don’t be a bold mushroom hunter. Join us at the Rider Hollow Trail Head to learn about mushroom identification, best practices, and learn where to look, what
This outdoor workshop with John Michelotti of Catskill Fungi will cover the life cycle, ecological functions of fungi, as well as their outdoor cultivation. Learn about what types of wood are viable sources for the mushroom spawn, how to take care of your log, fruiting mushrooms, harvesting, and pest control.Continue Reading
It is well-known that the majority of our Catskill forests were once cleared for agricultural use and have since grown back after farm abandonment. These "second-growth" forests are often overly dense and lacking in diversity. Just as weeding a garden helps plants thrive, forests too can benefit from some "weeding".Continue Reading
Welcome in the winter season with us by learning the art of wreath-making. Mike Porter, CFA's Board President, will show you how to build and decorate one for your home. Made of locally harvested Catskill pine and fir, these wreaths will remain fresh and viable for up to 2 monthsContinue Reading
So you've harvested a deer during hunting season–great job! Now what? Learning to butcher your own meat is an invaluable life skill, not to mention the dollars you'll save doing it at home instead of sending your deer away to be processed. Join John MacNaught, our Forest Program Manager andContinue Reading