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Announcing CMS Awards​

The Colorado Mycological Society (CMS) is excited to announce two types of awards in order to support the advancement of mycology research, education, and experience in the Southern Rocky Mountain region and beyond. Please share this announcement with your members, students, and any other interested parties with an opportunity to apply.

In 2026, the Society will offer the following awards:

  • One Academic Research Award of $2500.
  • Multiple Travel Awards ranging from $500 to $1000 from a total budget of $2500.

Find all the details on how to apply at our CMS Awards page!

 

Next CMS Event

Greg Sanchez: Hyperfocused Distractions with Mycophilia, Mycophobia, and Ethnomycology

Greg Sanchez: Hyperfocused Distractions with Mycophilia, Mycophobia, and Ethnomycology

March 9, 2026    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
🚨 MEETINGS WILL BE HELD AT GATES HALL IN 2026 🚨 Presentation: Hyperfocused Distractions with Mycophilia, Mycophobia, and Ethnomycology: This talk will include a brief [...]

 

Upcoming Events

March 2026

Greg Sanchez: Hyperfocused Distractions with Mycophilia, Mycophobia, and Ethnomycology - March 9, 2026 at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

April 2026

Dr. Gordon Walker: Passport to Kingdom Fungi - April 12, 2026 at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

 

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Michael Beug - Medicinal/Culinary Mushrooms: Fantastic Fungi to Save Body, Mind, Spirit, and the Planet.
April 14, 2025    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Dr. Beug taught chemistry, mycology, and organic farming at The Evergreen State College in Olympia, Washington, for 32 years. They have discovered more than 50 [...]