Mushroom Cultivator

Kirk Coppernoll

I always learn more and retain knowledge better in a hands on environment. This is how I approach my own classes. I also try to keep the teaching environment light and interspersed with humour. I love to share funny anecdotes and hear other people’s life stories. I feel more relaxed and genuine when the instructor/student relationship is more of an opportunity to share knowledge and create new friendships.

I am a husband, father and grandfather. I have always loved anything out of doors. Hiking, foraging, gardening, maple syrup. Any excuse to be outside. I am a former Marine and retired Ann Arbor Letter Carrier. After retiring I formed a small LLC, I teach interpretive and educational programs on mushroom foraging and inoculation and maple syrup production. I am grateful to The Michigan Folk School for the opportunity to share my experience and to reach more people.