Projects

The Alberta Mycological Society initiated several major projects in 2004, which are designed to bring attention to the diversity and roles of fungi in our ecosystems to the public. These projects are ongoing and are financially supported by the Alberta Mycological Society and grants from non-governmental organizations and provincial government departments.

"PICK A WILD MUSHROOM, ALBERTA!"
Our goal is to name a mushroom for a new Alberta provincial emblem, celebrating the significant value that fungi impart on our diverse ecosystems, economy, medicine, and gourmet palate. If you have any questions about this exciting project, please contact Melanie Fjoser, the project chair, for further details.

This project is partially funded by grants from the Alberta Conservation Association and Alberta Community Development (Alberta Sport, Recreation, Parks and Wildlife Foundation) .

FUNGAL DATABASE
We have undertaken the consolidation of fungal databases in Alberta, combining lists from publications, museums, universities, government, and private collections. This unique and important project will assist the forest industry, government departments, and professional and amateur mycologists in the assessment of fungal biodiversity across Alberta. If you have any questions about this project, please contact Martin Osis, the project chair, for further details.

This project is partially funded by grants from the Alberta Conservation Association.

Please check the DATABASE button on the Home page.

We are currently in the process of finalizing the Common Names of the Fungi. When the list is complete it will be incorporated into the Database.  Click here for the tenporary list. If you have any suggerstions please send them to Martin Osis

2009 PHOTO CONTEST
Due to the great success of previous year's photo contests, we will once again have a contest this year. Categories this year are: (1) Best overall image, (2) best identification image series, and (3) best poisonous fungus image. All digital images can be submitted via e-mail to Photocontest.

Entry fees are as follows: $5 for the first image and $1 for each additional image. Please make your cheque or money order payable to the Alberta Mycological Society (see mailing address under "Membership"). Prizes will be awarded for the best three images in each of the three categories. If you have any questions about this project, please contact Martin Osis for further details.

If you would like to submit digital images not for consideration for the photo contest, we welcome them as well. These submissions are free of charge.