Christopher O'Maelmacasa

Christopher O'Maelmacasa (they/them) is a leading botanist and one of the most knowledgeable people about the Sierra Nevada region ecology! Christopher holds an MA in integrative ecology from UNR, is on the board of the Nevada Native Plant Society, and leads walks and workshops throughout the region, specializing in ethnobotany. Christopher is currently writing a comprehensive guide to edible and medicinal plants of the Sierra Nevada and is co-author of an upcoming book on California trees.

“Christopher had nothing but sheer enthusiasm and exuberance from beginning to end, along with great tips on prep and storage of the different types of mushrooms. They made sure to spend some time with everyone and helped us find all sorts of interesting fungi!” -Participant feedback