This walk marks the beginning of our official walk season and honors Gary Lincoff, who traversed Central Park countless times, often with the club in tow, spreading knowledge, stories and laughter wherever he went.
Find out more about Gary Lincoff here.
While it has been overcast and drizzly for the last few days we've had very little actual rain - less than half an inch in Central Park in the last couple of weeks. It's also still very early in the season so there are likely only very modest amounts of fungi to be found.
Bring water and lunch. There will be mosquitoes and possibly ticks, so make sure to protect yourself.
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.
This is not a foraging walk. Please, no baskets or other collecting containers.
Like all NYMS walks this walk will take place rain or shine, unless very heavy rain or thunderstorms are forecast. Members will be notified if a walk is cancelled or rescheduled the day beforehand.