Fantastic Fungi and Where to Find Them: Montgomery County

Join mycologist Serenella Linares on a visit to one of her favorite mushroom-hunting spots, Cabin John Regional Park. This wonderfully diverse park is home to some of the most attractive species of fungi found during the fall months such as red chanterelles, witches butter, walnut Mycenae, eyelash cup fungi, and smoky spindles. Learn about the fungal relationships and natural phenomena associated with the fungi species on this trail.  We will move at a slow pace to observe and enjoy the mushrooms that are popping up in this fungi-extravaganza time of year.

Remember to

• Dress according to the weather. Layers of clothing work best. For sunny days, a hat with a brim may be needed.
• Wear sturdy closed-toe hiking boots or sneakers with non-slip soles that can safely handle slippery surfaces.
• Bring water, snacks, sunblock, bug spray, and a camera with accessories.
• Bring binoculars and a hand lens or loupe, if you have them.
• Bring your guidebooks, if you have them.
• No pets, please.

Our leader, Serenella Linares, is Facility Director of Mount Rainier Nature Center. Before working there, she was the principal park naturalist at the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Director of Adult Education at the Audubon Naturalist Society, co-chair of Naturally Latinos, and an assistant park naturalist with the Prince George’s County Department of Parks and Recreation. Serenella holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Universidad Metropolitana de Puerto Rico, a Master’s degree in Atmospheric Science from Howard University, and graduate training in mycology from the University of Maryland. When Serenella is not teaching, she explores natural areas, practices nature photography, and participates in citizen science projects.

Payment and Cancellation Policy: Payment is due online at the time of registration. Cancellations made seven or more days in advance of the event will receive a refund minus a 5% processing fee. Cancellations made within seven days of the event will not receive a refund. Events and field trips with fees of $10 or less are not refundable at any time unless canceled by NHSM. NHSM retains the right to update or change these requirements at any time.

For questions, please email Jayne at JAsh@marylandnature.org.