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ADV - Lichens and Fungus at Hubachek Wilderness Research Center, Ely

Lichens and Fungus at Hubachek Wilderness Research Center, Ely website

425 Shady Lane
Ely, MN 55731

Join expert, author, Minnesota Master Naturalist Volunteer, Tanner Barnharst for a weekend at the rustic Hubachek Wilderness Research Center in Ely, MN, October 2-5 for a weekend of learning. Each day, students will participate in a foray and then learn about what they are finding. There will be campfires, shared meals, formal presentations, and even a UV walk! Participants will be staying on site in the rustic housing offered on site. All rooms offer single beds. You will need to bring your own bedding. Remember that this is northern Minnesota in October, so think warm sleeping bag! We will spread people out to have single rooms as much as possible, but some rooms will have to be shared. Some locations have bathrooms, some have a shared bathroom and others have an outhouse nearby.

We will provide breakfast on 2 mornings, and supper on Friday and Saturday nights. You will need to be prepared to feed yourselves the other meals. A full kitchen is available with refrigeration and all kitchen supplies for your use. Bring your own food to prepare meals as needed. Plates, silverware are also onsite.

Plan to pack: Outdoor gear: sunscreen, hiking boots, thick socks + extra socks, pocket knife, water bottle, rain gear, hats, gloves, layered clothing to stay warm Learning gear: notebook, writing utensil(s), field guides, UV flashlight (if you have one) Art supplies, camera, etc. Personal: Clothing for outdoors and casual wear, a towel, medications, and toiletries Food: Snacks, 1-breakfast, 3-lunches, and beverages

You will have a great time exploring the Ely area, right on the edge of the Boundary Waters Canoe Wilderness Area, looking for fungus and lichen with other nature nerds! Advanced Training Agenda

The course cost is $200 and includes course manuals and supplies.

Course Dates:

Meeting from 4:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. on:

Instructor Information

Amy Rager

Amy holds a BA in Elementary Education from the College of St. Scholastica and a MEd in Environmental Leadership and Learning from the University of MN. With over 30 years of experience in cooperative extension, Amy's career has been dedicated to intertwining her work with a passion for the environment. Since its inception in 2005, she has been an integral part of the Minnesota Master Naturalist program. Hailing from the Duluth area, Amy is a true native Minnesotan who has always cherished the outdoors, finding joy in sharing her love and knowledge with others.

Sponsor Information

University of MN Extension

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