I’m interested in serving on the board of WMS primarily to fuse myself within the Wisconsin mycological hyphal network of fungi lovers and cultivate a sense of purpose within this field that aligns with WMS's mission & vision. y
I am looking for an opportunity to utilize the skills I’ve gathered and connect with mentors and colleagues as I continue to venture into the world of mycology. I anticipate my participation in WMS to be focused in the realms of newsletter, events, outreach and/or bylaws. Below, I have
included my "mushroom story".
Jess (she/they) self-identifies as a radical mycologist, inspired by Peter McCoy’s literature and development of accessibility within the realm of mycology as well as various other leaders within this field who advocate for everyone (not just academics) to be able to interact with fungi in safe and stimulating ways. She pinpoints the start of her mycophilia to the moment she found a beloved morel in her compost pile at her first college house. She has always held connection to the natural world, since her parents were both avid outdoor enthusiasts and recreationalists. Her mom was the plant person while her dad was the wildlife guy. With this influence, Jess pursued a bachelors of science at University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point for general environmental management and planning with specific interest in the intersection of human society and natural ecology. During an internship at Devil’s Lake State Park, she stumbled upon her first large golden chanterelle flush and soon became hooked on edible mushroom foraging. She became the local fungi lover. Over the course of the last 4 years after graduating, she has consumed various literature and media about fungi such as “Entangled Life”, “Radical Mycology”, “Mycocultural Revolution'' or "Fantastic Fungi" mingled with biologist and soil scientist colleagues, volunteered at the growing UWSP fungarium and tried her hand at some indoor cultivation of fungi. A philosopher at heart, she has become fascinated with how much fungi can
teach us about ecology and our own existence within it. Connecting that philosophical interest for fungi with her education in yoga and meditation, she started Symbiosis Yoga LLC in which she focuses on guiding people to mindful, connected living through workshops, private and public yoga classes and creative writing. As for her current work, she is a CSA farm hand with a love for hands-on growing and a barista at Ruby Coffee Roasters Cafe with a love for locally sourced, organic food and justice-focused organic coffee sourcing. She is a member of the Mycological Society of America, North American Mycological Association and UWSP Mycology Club as well as Wisconsin Mycological Society as of last year. Through her involvement with WMS, Jess hopes to continue growing the hyphal network of fungi lovers and protectors in Wisconsin!
I am looking for an opportunity to utilize the skills I’ve gathered and connect with mentors and colleagues as I continue to venture into the world of mycology. I anticipate my participation in WMS to be focused in the realms of newsletter, events, outreach and/or bylaws. Below, I have
included my "mushroom story".
Jess (she/they) self-identifies as a radical mycologist, inspired by Peter McCoy’s literature and development of accessibility within the realm of mycology as well as various other leaders within this field who advocate for everyone (not just academics) to be able to interact with fungi in safe and stimulating ways. She pinpoints the start of her mycophilia to the moment she found a beloved morel in her compost pile at her first college house. She has always held connection to the natural world, since her parents were both avid outdoor enthusiasts and recreationalists. Her mom was the plant person while her dad was the wildlife guy. With this influence, Jess pursued a bachelors of science at University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point for general environmental management and planning with specific interest in the intersection of human society and natural ecology. During an internship at Devil’s Lake State Park, she stumbled upon her first large golden chanterelle flush and soon became hooked on edible mushroom foraging. She became the local fungi lover. Over the course of the last 4 years after graduating, she has consumed various literature and media about fungi such as “Entangled Life”, “Radical Mycology”, “Mycocultural Revolution'' or "Fantastic Fungi" mingled with biologist and soil scientist colleagues, volunteered at the growing UWSP fungarium and tried her hand at some indoor cultivation of fungi. A philosopher at heart, she has become fascinated with how much fungi can
teach us about ecology and our own existence within it. Connecting that philosophical interest for fungi with her education in yoga and meditation, she started Symbiosis Yoga LLC in which she focuses on guiding people to mindful, connected living through workshops, private and public yoga classes and creative writing. As for her current work, she is a CSA farm hand with a love for hands-on growing and a barista at Ruby Coffee Roasters Cafe with a love for locally sourced, organic food and justice-focused organic coffee sourcing. She is a member of the Mycological Society of America, North American Mycological Association and UWSP Mycology Club as well as Wisconsin Mycological Society as of last year. Through her involvement with WMS, Jess hopes to continue growing the hyphal network of fungi lovers and protectors in Wisconsin!
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If You Suspect a Poisoning
If you suspect you have consumed a poisonous mushroom, contact a physician, the closest hospital ER, poison control center, or dial 911, depending on the severity of the reaction. US Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222 The North American Mycological Association (NAMA) has information that may also be of help. Click here. We do not ID mushrooms through this website.
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Wisconsin Mycological Society
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