There are hundreds of incredible healing compounds in different mushrooms, but they are locked up in a complex of proteins and chitin – the fibrous material that form the fruiting bodies. Including these extractions in your daily routine can greatly reduce illness and is a key aspect of any preventative disease lifestyle. Reishi, perhaps the most healing of all, also has the densest chitin. We will pay particular attention to reishi, lions mane, turkey tail, and oyster mushrooms. Put your science hat on for this in-depth introduction to popular medicinal mushrooms: their key compounds and how to extract them effectively at home. Bring all your medical and mushroom questions. Techniques will be demonstrated and students will each make their own blend of mushroom tonic in a rosehip, elderberry, and glycerin base.

Students will go home with a handmade tonic for an additional fee, paid to the instructor at the time of the class.

Instructor:  Serena Ling, Clinician and Mushroom Grower

Price: $30, plus an additional fee is payable to the instructor, and required on class date of $30.

Location: American River Ranch, 2140 Chase Drive, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670.

Cancellation Policy: No refunds. Must give notice at least 2 business days prior to class to receive a credit.