Flemish mycologists are united in the relatively young ‘Royal Flemish Mycological Society’ (KVMV). But what is this society, and what are its members doing? How do Flemish amateur and professional mycologists contribute to the field of mycology? And how does the mycological society interact with the universities, the Botanic Garden in Meise and with other mycological societies in Europe?

Nathan Schoutteten has a long-standing interest in mycology, especially in the diversity of corticioid fungi and Heterobasidiomycetes, a passion he got from his grandfather. His interest led him to study biology at Ghent University (Belgium). Following his master degree in 2019, he pursued a PhD in mycology at the same university, where he focused on the biodiversity and evolution of mycoparasitic Heterobasidiomycetes. Recently, he started working as a research associate at the University of Hamburg (Germany), where he continues this research topic. At the same time, Nathan serves as a board member of the Royal Flemish Mycological Society, and as secretary for one of its divisions.

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Cameron Diekonigin is Chairperson of Edinburgh & Lothians Fungus Enthusiasts (ELFE) and a part time amateur mycologist who enjoys identifying microfungi, particularly members of the obsolete Pyrenomycetes (black Ascomycota that are most easily found on fallen wood and dung). Although he grew up in the South West of England, Cameron currently lives north of Edinburgh over the Firth of Forth in Kinross-shire where there are many species of black fungi growing on sticks.

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The hotel is on the northern edge of Norwich, allowing us to visit sites in the north of the county of Norfolk. Nearby large sites with rich biodiversity include Holkham National Nature Reserve with extensive dunes, some wooded, the extensive ancient woodlands of Swanton Novers Great Wood National Nature Reserve, and the heathland of Holt Lowes, among many others.

Costs

• BMS Member - Single room - £462
• BMS Member - Sharing a room - £396 per person (£792 for two)
• Non-Member - Single room - £594
• Non-Member - Sharing a room - £528 per person (£1056 for two)

Location

Sprowston Manor Hotel, Golf and Country Club, Wroxham Road, Norwich, NR7 8RP.

Payment:

• A minimum payment of the deposit (per person, per event) is due at the time of booking.
• Full payment will be due on request, usually no later than six weeks before the event.
• Payment can be made by bank transfer, debit/credit card or by cheque.

In the event of cancellation:

• Deposits are non-refundable.
• Full Payments minus the Deposit will only be refunded if a replacement participant is found. Waiting lists are held however we cannot guarantee that the place will be filled, particularly for late cancellations.
• Refunds may be given for cancellations made under extenuating circumstances, at the discretion of the BMS.
• You may wish to take out travel insurance to help cover your costs.

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If you have any queries regarding the Spring Meeting, please contact Sally Hawkes, Events and Member Services Officer, at sally@britmycolsoc.info