Fungi Foray in Bold Park
5 & 11 July 2026
Join the Friends of Bold Park Bushland volunteer guides as they search for some of the 400+ species of fungi and slime moulds known to grow in Bold Park.
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For most of the year fungi remain hidden within the soil and dead wood until winter rains prompt them to grow the visible fruiting bodies from which they release their spores. These bodies come in many shapes and sizes from the familiar mushrooms, to round underground earthballs, and the flat, velvety skin fungi that grows on logs. There are fungi in every colour of the rainbow and even some, like the ghost fungus, which glow in the dark.
While pretty to look at, many fungi are highly poisonous. They also have mutually beneficial relationships with our native plants, so fungi are best left in place where they can contribute to the health of the bushland.
Prepare for your walk
- Wear sturdy, closed-in shoes and come dressed for the weather with a hat and drinking water.
- There are no toilets in Bold Park. The nearest toilet facilities are at Perry Lakes Reserve.
- These guided walks are free and bookings are generally not required for individuals. Please contact the Friends of Bold Park Bushland if you have a group greater than ten people who wish to attend.
Our events go ahead in rain or shine, however walks may be cancelled in extreme weather conditions. Refer to the notices section for current closures and service interruptions.
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- FREE
