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* This method may not select for wild ''Brettanomyces'' since aerobic growth is limited. This method could possibly be altered to support the growth of ''Brettanomyces'' by allowing for small amounts of oxygen exposure after the initial aerobic step.
* Agitation during growth helps both aerobic and anaerobic microbes grow by evenly distributing nutrients and waste. David has used something as simple as setting flasks on his washing machine to keep the growth media agitated.
See also:
* [https://loschicoshomebrewing.wordpress.com/2021/01/17/capturing-wild-yeasts-first-try Fernando Sánchez Leal's blog post on trialing three different capturing methods, including the David Thornton "Bootcamp" method.]
==Growing and Testing Without Plating==