Southwest Funga Fest 2026

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Speak & Teach at SWFF 2026

Share your knowledge, skills and perspective with the Southwest Funga Fest community.

Southwest Funga Fest brings together educators, researchers, growers, foragers, artists, practitioners and curious people around fungi, ecology, regenerative agriculture and community resilience.

We are inviting speakers, educators, workshop facilitators and panelists to propose thoughtful, engaging sessions for September 5–6, 2026 at Nambe Falls Recreation Area in Nambe, New Mexico.

What happens next

Submitting an application does not guarantee program placement. Our team will review your proposal, availability and support needs, then follow up regarding scheduling, participation and any agreed compensation or logistics.

Speaker & Educator Application

Tell us about your background, proposed session, availability and what you need to make it successful.

Full Name / Pronouns *Enter your name and pronouns as you would like us to use them in festival communications and program materials.

Primary Website, YouTube, or Social LinkShare the primary link you would like us to use when reviewing and promoting your work.

Compensation Request (if any)If you require an honorarium or other compensation, tell us what you are requesting. Leave blank if none.

Program / Session Title *Enter the title exactly as you would like it considered for the festival program.

Email Address *Use an email address where the festival team can reliably reach you.

Mobile Phone *A number where the festival team can reach you about scheduling or day-of logistics.

City & State / Home Base *Tell us where you are traveling from.

Professional Bio *Provide a concise bio we can use to understand your background, expertise, and connection to your proposed topic.

When are you available to present or participate? *Select all that apply. Final program times will be coordinated after proposals are reviewed.Saturday, September 5 — daytimeSaturday, September 5 — eveningSunday, September 6 — daytimeSunday, September 6 — eveningEither day — flexibleAvailable for pre-event setup or rehearsal if needed

Preferred Program Format *Choose the format that best matches your proposal.Lecture / TalkHands-on WorkshopDemonstrationPanel / RoundtableGuided Foray / Field SessionOther / Flexible Format

Program Description *Describe what you want to present, teach, demonstrate, or facilitate, including what participants can expect to learn or experience.

Requested Session Length (minutes)Enter your preferred session length in minutes.

Topic Areas *Select all that apply to your proposed session.Mycology / Fungal BiologyForaging / Identification / Citizen ScienceCultivation / Regenerative AgricultureEcology / Land StewardshipFood / Culinary / FermentationArt / Culture / Community / Other

Technical, Logistical, Accessibility, Dietary, or Travel NeedsList equipment, power, internet, projector/audio needs, workshop materials, accessibility accommodations, dietary restrictions, travel needs, or anything else required for success.

Headshot & Promotional ImagesUpload a professional headshot or other image(s) we may use to review and promote your participation.

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Speaker & Educator Acknowledgment *I confirm that the information above is accurate. I understand that submitting this application does not guarantee program placement, and that Southwest Funga Fest will contact me to confirm participation, scheduling, and any agreed support.

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Questions before applying?

Not sure whether this application fits your situation, or have a question that falls outside the form? Contact the Southwest Funga Fest team and we’ll help point you in the right direction.

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