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Helping young people understand biodiversity and the role of fungi in the environment, encouraging cross-curricular links between Arts, Science, English, Music and History, and celebrating all who take part!
Inspired by fungi
With fungi capturing our attention and making increasing appearances in television, film, art, and music, now is the perfect time to celebrate these amazing organisms, essential to life on Earth! Fungi Connect aims to encourage young people up to age 18 to become inspired by the fungi around them, and to create their own pieces of work all about the Kingdom Fungi.
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This year, 12 schools, youth groups, forest schools and home-schoolers got involved and sent us their fungus-inspired work, which is displayed below. We are delighted to see young people being inspired by fungi in this way.​
2025 teams! Click on the team name below to see the work each group has submitted!
Supported by Caley Bros
The 5 Fungi Connect groups who contribute the most pieces of work will receive a fully supported indoor mushroom growing experience tailored to your group’s choice. This hands-on project gives young people the opportunity to learn about the fascinating world of fungi, sustainability, and food production while growing their own delicious and nutritious mushrooms.
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The winning groups will receive:
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A complete mushroom growing kit with all necessary materials
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Step-by-step guidance on setup and care
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Educational resources
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Support from the Caley Bros team to ensure a successful harvest
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This prize is designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and environmental awareness - helping students connect with nature while engaging in a rewarding and interactive growing experience.
Supported by Summerfield Books
Summerfield Books supply new, rare and out-of-print books on mycology, botany, forestry and natural history. They have a fantastic selection of mycology/fungi titles, and the top performing 5 schools/groups will each receive £25 vouchers to spend on their website.
