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Meetings and Programs begin at 7:00 pm on the third Tuesday of the month (March-Nov.) at March 20Title: Mushroom Basics: Introduction & Refresher Speakers: Joyce Gross Summary: Whether you're new to mushrooming or just rusty from being cooped up all winter, you'll enjoy this Introduction and Refresher by WPMC Identifier and NAMA Knighton Award winner Joyce Gross. Joyce will review mushroom terminology, classifications, and other essential information for our upcoming walks. April 17Title: Name That Tree Speakers: Matt Erb, Director of Urban Forestry at Tree Pittsburgh Summary: We all know about the importance of tree identification when it comes to mushroom hunting, but how can we identify trees when the leaves aren't even out yet? Just in time for morel season, we will hear from Matt Erb, ISA Certified Arborist and forester. He'll answer all of our questions about Western Pennsylvania's trees. May 15Title: Cultivation Project Speakers: Jim Tunney, WPMC Mycologist Summary: WPMC Mycologist Jim Tunney will show WPMC members how to grow their own Oyster Mushrooms. Bring your WPMC membership card and a clean plastic shopping bag. You must be a current WPMC member to receive a mushroom kit. October 16Title: Photo Contest Results · Election of Officers · Open Forum Speakers: Summary: November 20Title: Cooking Demonstration Speakers: Summary: |