Host Adi and learn to grow oyster mushrooms from scratch
3h30 with Adi
Learn to grow mushrooms
Your own grow bag
£79
per person
The workshop in detail
3h30
6 to 12 participants
18 years min.
Join Adi for an exciting and enlightening workshop that will immerse you in the fascinating world of oyster mushrooms.
The session begins with a warm welcome from Adi, a passionate advocate of sustainability and former social worker turned mushroom grower. With a wealth of experience and a commitment to environmentally friendly practices, Adi is the perfect guide for your mushroom growing adventure. Throughout the workshop, Adi will share the incredible benefits of mushrooms, highlighting their nutritional value and ecological importance. You'll gain a deeper understanding of how these fungi contribute to a healthier planet and a healthier you.
The heart of the workshop is a hands-on demonstration where Adi will teach you the essentials of growing oyster mushrooms. You'll start with a grow bag and learn how to prepare it with the right substrate. Adi will explain the delicate balance required for successful mushroom cultivation, ensuring you have all the knowledge you need to grow your own mushrooms. By the end of the workshop you'll have your own grow bag filled with promising mycelium. You'll also receive full instructions on how to care for and harvest your mushrooms at home. This take-home project will ensure that your learning continues well beyond the workshop.
Embark on an exciting journey to grow your own oyster mushrooms under Adi's expert guidance.
Workshop location
This workshop will be held at your location. The artisan can travel to the London area of your choice to deliver the workshop at your location!
This place is not accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Additional information
Language of the workshop
English
Meet Adi Staempfli
Urban mushroom grower
Discover the fascinating world of Adi, a passionate advocate for sustainability, mycelium, and mushrooms. With a background as a social worker, Adi brings a unique perspective to his artistic endeavours, driven by a desire to make a positive impact on the community.
Adi learnt from the best trained mushroom controllers in Switzerland and has over 40 years of foraging experience before he started growing his own mushrooms. His passion for sustainability shines through as he shares his insights and techniques, empowering others to embrace the potential of mycelium and mushrooms.
Adi runs his workshops at the Remakery, where you'll be greeted by a vibrant community space with a shared garden. Here, the focus is on creating opportunities by reusing surplus materials and promoting sustainable practices.
Join Adi in a workshop or on a foraging walk, where mycelium and mushrooms take centre stage. Experience his kindness, passion, and unwavering commitment to sustainability. Engage with a cultivator who not only embraces the wonders of mycelium but also strives to make a positive impact on the world around him.