Catskill Fungi
About Catskill Fungi (CF)
Catskill Fungi is a fungi education company based out of Big Indian New York. Their mission is to inspire people to learn about fungi through sustainable practices such as “leave no trace” principles and having compassion for the environment. They aim to empower people to grow edible mushrooms as a fun source of fresh food and to heal themselves through utilizing the health properties of fungi.
CF was founded by mycologist John Michelotti and friends. They offer free and pay-for forays in and around the Big Indian New York area. They also have a line of medicinal mushroom tinctures.
Products Available
- Reishi / Ling Chi / Varnished Conk extract
- Lion’s Mane / Bear’s Head / Pom Pom extract
- Chaga / Clinker Polypore / Tinder Conk extract
- Maitake / Hen Of The Woods / Dancing Mushroom extract
- Turkey Tail / Coriolus extract
- Cordyceps / Caterpillar Fungus / Yartsa gunbu extract
Locations
Farmers Markets
Retail Stores
- Flower Power Herbs and Roots
- The Alchemist Kitchen
- Remedies Herb Shop
- And many more*
*Their website has a complete list of retail stores that carry their products.
Staying Updated
If you are on social media, you can find them on Facebook and Instagram. They keep both pages up to date. Their website is also up to date and has information about what products they offer, articles, their online store and all of their upcoming events.
(Links to everything are in the “Contact Information” section below.)
Myc’s Thoughts on Catskill Fungi
Catskill Fungi is a passionate group of mycologists that are out to educate and excite the general public about the world of fungi. If you love or are curious about mushrooms, you should attend one of their free forays. You’re sure to have a great time and get an education at the same time. If you have attended an event of theirs, please leave a review so we can know how it went!