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Function of Fungi and Citizen Science in Murfreesboro

Date
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Venue
Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park
401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro, TN 37128
Cost
Free
Organizer
Murfreesboro Parks & Recreation
Official source
Organizer's page

When and where is the Function of Fungi and Citizen Science in Murfreesboro?

The Function of Fungi and Citizen Science takes place on October 17, 2026, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. It starts at 1:30 PM and runs until 3:00 PM. It is held at Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park, 401 Volunteer Road. Admission is free. Details come from the event organizer, so confirm any last-minute changes with them before you go.

About This Event

This Wilderness Station program is tied to a long-term effort to inventory macrofungi such as mushrooms and conks in Barfield Crescent Park and Rutherford County, engaging students and the public in research that feeds public biodiversity databases. It is free for ages 14 and up, needs no registration and counts toward Tennessee Naturalist continuing education credit.

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What to Expect

  • Age: Ages 14+

Getting There

Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park, 401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro, TN 37128

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Function of Fungi and Citizen Science?

Function of Fungi and Citizen Science takes place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM. All times are Central Time.

Where is Function of Fungi and Citizen Science held?

Function of Fungi and Citizen Science is held at Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park, 401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro, TN 37128.

How much does Function of Fungi and Citizen Science cost?

Function of Fungi and Citizen Science is free to attend.

What ages is Function of Fungi and Citizen Science for?

Ages 14+.

Who organizes Function of Fungi and Citizen Science?

Function of Fungi and Citizen Science is organized by Murfreesboro Parks & Recreation in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

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Date, Time & Location

Date
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Time
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Location
Wilderness Station at Barfield Crescent Park
401 Volunteer Road, Murfreesboro, TN 37128
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Murfreesboro Parks & Recreation

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