Mushroom Cultivation with Recycled Reads

Discover how nature and knowledge intertwine in this hands-on workshop where we turn old books into living mushroom gardens! Hosted by the Central Texas Mycological Society, this experience celebrates themes of growth, transformation, and deep connection to the natural world.

Participants will learn the basics of mushroom cultivation and explore how lignin-rich materials like recycled books can become nutrient-rich substrates for gourmet and medicinal mushrooms. We'll dive into the science of fungi, the art of upcycling, and the surprising ways mushrooms help restore ecosystems while feeding people.

Bring a worn-out paperback or choose from our donated stash, and leave with a mycelium-inoculated book that’s ready to grow. It’s a poetic reminder that from every ending—like the last page of a book—comes a new beginning. Perfect for all ages and curious minds ready to root deeper into sustainability and wing their way into the magical world of fungi.