WHEN: Tuesday, October 1 2024, 6:45 PM
WHERE: Cibolo Conservation Center, Herff Farm Teaching Barn
33 Herff Rd, Boerne, Texas 78006
COST: Free (NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED)
Join us at the Boerne Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas (NPSOT), for a free class to learn the latest innovations in mycology. and how fungi is entangled in all parts of our life. Roxy will cover some basics on mushroom identification, how fungi benefits our entire ecosystem, our health and more.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Roxy Eguia is a dynamic and passionate advocate for water, fungi, native plants, and creative expression. As a graduate student in Water Resource Science at Texas A&M San Antonio, she explores the intersection of biotechnology and regenerative design to benefit society. In her role as a Small Business Opportunities Specialist for the San Antonio Water System, she supports local businesses in adopting sustainable water practices. Additionally, Roxy is a Mycology Lab steward at CTMS Gardopia, where she cultivates a deep appreciation for mushrooms and their ecological significance. She is particularly fascinated by mycoremediation and aquatic fungi's potential in Texas watersheds, and she frequently hosts events on mushroom cultivation, foraging, mycoremediation, and culinary uses. Roxy's work emphasizes the profound connections between water, flora, and fungi, celebrating the rich heritage of Texas, Mexico, and Indigenous cultures.