Events

The club is headed to Long Pond Park on Staten Island this weekend. We have not visited this park during the summer, so our expectations about what we will find are a bit nebulous. The park is more remote than many others we visit in the city, so make sure you come prepared with proper clothing for the weather and a snack if you plan on staying the whole duration of the walk. There will be mosquitoes—we know that—and possibly ticks.

Bring lunch and water.

If you've never been on a mushroom walk with us before, here is what to expect. We highly recommend using the iNaturalist app to document the fungi you find. Find out how to use it here.

Please join us this Sunday for the club's inaugural walk at Manitou Point Preserve! Make sure to bring plenty of water and a lunch. Wear sturdy hiking clothes and boots.

The bugs have been hellish at the preserve. Aubrey recommends long sleeves and a bug net for your head if you have one. There are no bathrooms, but Aubrey can unlock the office if it’s an emergency.

Join us this Saturday in Staten Island's High Rock Park! This heavily wooded park provides a wild setting for walks and is known for producing interesting fungi, though this past week's dry and hot weather will damper that. We might find some interesting things regardless, though!

Please join us for our annual walk at the Stony Book trail in Harriman State Park this weekend! We usually find plenty of gilled fungi, boletes, and others in good years. Make sure to bring plenty of water, sun protection, and a lunch. This walk, unlike our city park walks, is over uneven and rugged terrain. Make sure to wear suitable shoes/boots and bring a walking stick if you feel shaky or unstable on trails. This walk is away from public transportation, so if you plan on leaving before the walk ends, make sure you have arranged your own transport.