NAMA, the North American Mycological Association, is a non-profit organization of amateur and professional mycologists with more than 60 affiliated local mycological clubs throughout North America. NAMA's mission is "to promote, pursue, and advance the science of mycology."





NAMA members expand their knowledge of fungi through:



- The Mycophile, NAMA's bi-monthly newsletter.



- McIlvainea: The Journal of Amateur Mycology, NAMA's bi-annual, juried journal.



- Working with world-class mycologists: amateur NAMA members play an important role in professional mycological research.



- Developing friends with whom to foray throughout the world.



- Mycological discussions via a NAMA-supported email list.