Ariel Bonkoski

Ariel Bonkoski is a self-taught mushroom identification expert and author that resides in Duluth, Minnesota. She has been studying fungi
since 2016 and is now one of the most active mushroom identifiers in North America. Ariel has taught mushroom identification courses and
led forays for colleges, public schools, mycological societies, and nature centers all over North America. Ariel is best known for her friendly and enthusiastic approach to teaching about mushrooms and fungi. She proudly participates in citizen science any chance she gets, in hopes to advance our knowledge about all things nature. She is an active Minnesota Master Naturalist, with a passion for learning, giving back to nature, and connecting people to nature. Ariel spends much of her free time camping, hiking, and foraging. She aspires to become an exceptional naturalist and promises to never stop learning.