Therapeutic Mushrooms and Functional Fungi

Registration for this class opens to MMFS members on November 10, and then to the general public on November 12, 2026. Not a member yet? You can sign up here.

 

Explore the therapeutic and functional properties of a variety of wild mushrooms and their extract compounds. In this in-depth class, we will perform a dual extraction and create a tincture. We will discuss the benefits of mushroom extracts, learning best practices and how to avoid common hazards in the delicate process of making mushroom tonics.

 

About the Instructor: Michael Karns

Your instructor will provide the following:

Prepared mushrooms for extraction, tincturing bottles, and extraction processing equipment.

Students are asked to bring:

• optional: an apron
• note-taking tools (if you’d like to take notes)
• We recommend dressing in layers, as certain classrooms can be drafty depending on the time of year.
• Since your class runs over the lunch hour, we recommend you bring lunch or click HERE to learn about local eating opportunities. 

 

Skill Level
No experience required 

 

Age Recommendation
Students ages 12 and older are welcome to attend this class. Ages 12-15 must register with another registered adult. Ages 16-17 can register with parent permission by an email to info@marinemillsfolkschool.org. 

Location Details
Marine Mills Folk School
550 Pine St.
Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047

Cost Details
Tuition: $140
Materials Fee: $25
Total Cost: $165

 

NOTE: Be aware we may cancel class if a minimum number of registrations is not reached. We work to balance teachers’ need to plan for a class with students’ busy schedules — not an easy task. Please register as early as possible! If interested, you can find our cancellation policy HERE.