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Get Ready for the Quinault Rainforest Mushroom Festival! Calling all fungi fanatics and curious mycologists. Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 4th, because from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Lake Quinault School is transforming into a mushroom wonderland. What’s Happening at the Festival? Mushroom Mania: Stroll through a delightful marketplace filled with a variety of mushroom vendors showcasing the coolest fungi treats and treasures. Brain Boosting Talks: Dive deep into the magical world of mushrooms with engaging talks, including a special keynote from the fantastic co-author of Mushrooms of Cascadia. at 11:30 a.m. He’ll take you on a journey through "Cascadia - A Fungal Paradise," exploring the lush, mossy forests of the Pacific Northwest and their incredible mushroom diversity. Additional speakers you don’t want to miss, Rose Tursi, Aaron Hilliard and author Daniel Winkler. -Check out the Massive Mushroom Display - Kid Zone Fun. Young explorers can giggle and learn in the Kid Zone, where all things fungi come to life through exciting activities. Play and Win. Join in on the fun with bingo games. Musical treats include the soulful sounds of Quinault singer/songwriter Colin Gage. But wait, there’s so much more. Join regional experts from the Coastal Shores and Spores Mycological Society of Grays Harbor for an exclusive foraging adventure in the breathtaking Quinault Rainforest (for a small fee) and discover nature’s hidden treasures. Workshops Galore: Choose your fun by diving into unique mushroom workshops including Culinary, Cultivation, Mushroom Dyeing, Tinctures, and even a serene Forest Bathing experience and don’t miss out on our Fabulous Raffles and Contest Prizes. For the full festival schedule and to snag your foray or workshop tickets…hop on over to: www.qrmushfest.com So, grab your friends and family and descend into the delightful world of mushrooms—it's going to be a fantastic day of fungi fun.