Decay Demystified: Understanding Mushrooms and Tree Decay - Penn State Extension (2-Part Webinar)
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Dig into the fascinating world of mushrooms in this two-part webinar series. Learn to distinguish fungi that harm living trees from those that recycle dead organic matter and build healthy soil. Using real mushroom samples, participants will explore key features and identification techniques for major fungal groups while examining the ecological roles of fungi, including beneficial and parasitic relationships with trees.

 Export to Your Calendar 10/7/2026 to 10/14/2026
When: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Where: Online Webinar
United States

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Two-Part Webinar Series:

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1. October 7, 2026: Mushrooms 101

Learn how to tell the difference between mushrooms that harm living trees and those that recycle dead organic matter and build healthy soil. Using real mushroom samples, we will explore key features and techniques used in identification. Participants will learn how to recognize and differentiate the morphological groups of mushrooms in the field. 

This webinar is approved for 1.25 PCH CEUs.

2. October 14, 2026: Tree Decay

This week’s session will focus on parasitic mushrooms that cause decay in living trees. Using real mushroom samples, we will explore key features and techniques used to identify these decay fungi. Participants will gain practical skills for spotting decay pathogens, assessing tree health, and using reliable resources for accurate mushroom identification.

This webinar is approved for 1.25 PCH CEUs.