~ SOLD OUT ~ Sign up for our newsletter and be one of the first to catch news for our next workshop! Ready to start growing your own mushrooms? Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn the fundamentals of mushroom cultivation and leave with a log you inoculate yourself—ready to begin your gourmet mushroom journey at home!
With guidance from our team and in partnership with local arborist, Arboricultural Services, you’ll be working with recently-cut 4' hardwood logs specially prepared for this event. All materials are provided, and no prior experience is needed—just come ready to get your hands dirty and have fun.
What to Expect
Learn the basics of mushroom cultivation on logs
Inoculate your own 4' hardwood mushroom log with either:
Shiitake, Local Oysters, or Local Bear’s Head Tooth
Take your log home to continue the growing process
All tools and materials provided
Pickup & Log Transport
This is a working, hands-on session. Your log will be ready to take home at the end of the workshop. Please bring a vehicle that can accommodate a 4-foot log. If you need help getting it to your car, we’ll be on hand to assist.
Mushroom Log Workshop
Sold OutTHE MORE YOU KNOW
Our goal is to give you a fun, hands-on experience while equipping you with the knowledge to keep harvesting gourmet mushrooms at home. The more you know, the more you can grow!
Growing mushrooms takes patience, but the rewards are delicious—and watching your log transform is half the fun. If you loved the process and want to keep growing or even build a whole mushroom log stack, we’ve got you covered.
PLUG SPAWN
We offer plug spawn in a wide variety of mushroom species and can prepare custom varieties just for you. Whether you’re starting fresh or adding to your collection, Contact Us today, and we’ll help you get growing.
HARDWOOD
Not all hardwood is ideal for mushroom cultivation—the timing of the cut makes all the difference. If you need access to the right wood, reach out to Arboricultural Services at 260-908-2526 and ask for Jonathan.
As a mushroom-loving arborist, Jonathan not only knows exactly what you’ll need for your logs, but can also provide expert guidance and professional arbor services for your trees.
Quick Info
Date: Saturday, September 13th, 10-11am
Location: Electric Works, Summit City Farmers Market (formerly Ft. Wayne Farmers Market)
Tickets: $30