In loving memory of Tom Nauman—our founding father from Morel Mania—this event exists because of his passion and vision. Without Tom, none of this would be possible.
Join us at the Jordan Block (100 Main Street) where you can shop and peruse a large Botanical Market and Morel Market featuring everything… you guessed it… MUSHROOMS! We’ll even host MOREL UNIVERSITY, where you’ll learn to identify morels, so you know exactly what to look for on your guided hunt. (Please note: The educational hunt has limited availability.)
Schedule:
7:30 am – Hunt and Morel Market sign-in
8-8:30 am – Morel University
8:45 am – Busses depart for guided hunt
9am – 3pm – Morel Market – morel mushrooms only
8am – 3pm – Vendor Market
9am – 11:30 am – Guided Hunt
12:30 pm – Awards
Join Us for the Burger Bash at the Tom Nauman Memorial Midwest Morel Fest!
Mark your calendars for Friday, May 2, and come hungry to the Burger Bash—a highlight of the Tom Nauman Memorial Midwest Morel Fest. Enjoy mouthwatering, handcrafted burgers hot off the grill, complete with all your favorite fixings and sides. Local chefs and grillmasters will be serving up their best, and every bite helps support the Tom Nauman Memorial Fund, which keeps the spirit of the Morel Fest thriving for years to come. It’s the perfect way to kick off the weekend—great food, great company, and a great cause. Don’t miss this delicious start to the festivities!
11am – Set -up.
Noon- Competition starts
4:30 pm Awards
