Enlichenment! Level One - Introduction to Lichens

Topics Covered:

• Biology & physiology: Understanding what lichens are
• Identification, habitat & ecology: Finding lichens, distinguishing them from other organisms, understanding habitats, and identifying common local lichens and the 3 major lichen groups
• Identification skills: Hand-on practice with identification tools and techniques                                                                                            
• Ethnolichenology: How lichens are used as food, medicine and tools, by humans and others

Preparation and what to bring:

• Wear clothing and shoes that will keep you dry and WARM while moving slowly outside
• Additional information will be sent to registered participants prior to the class

Note: Students will be outdoors for a portion of this course.