Mycological Field Trip
East side of Sandias
Sunday, 3 May 2oo9
Contact: David Wallis
Details:
  • Field Trip will begin at 10:00
  • Areas to be visited are in the Elevation range of 2250-2650 m (7400-8700 ft). Field Trip will begin at Doc Long's, and may then head uphill--possibly to the the Tree Spring Trailhead area--for some different habitat.
  • Meet at the Doc Long Picnic Area PL at 10:00.

    • Directions:

  • From the intersection of NM Hwys 14 & 536 at San Antonito, head west on the Sandia Crest Rd (536). The Doc Long parking lot is approximately 2 miles from the intersection.

  • Map (San Antonito to Tree Spring TH)
    Parking in the Sandias
  • There is a $3 daily parking fee in the Sandias. Those who think they will be frequenting the Sandias might consider purchasing an annual pass for $30 (good for 2 vehicles and valid for a year following the month of purchase) or an Interagency Recreation Pass for $80.
  • For more information visit the Cibola NF webpage: www.fs.fed.us/r3/cibola.
    Conditions:
  • It will probably be quite dry.

    • Fungi:

  • Due to the Sandia's relatively dry winter and very dry spring, it's difficult to be optimistic about encountering fungi. Nonetheless, during this time in past years, we have encountered some Peziza, and occasionally find snowbank fungi such as Discina and Caloscypha. We may also encounter fresh fruitings of Auricularia (wood ears). We expect the group would also be delighted to chase down and capture some slime molds.

    • Equipment:

  • Sturdy footwear and plenty of drinking water.
    Notes:
  • This Outing is primarily a mycological field trip for Don Natvig's UNM Fungal Biology class, but we encourage NMMS members to participate as well.

  • Field Trip Report
    MycoWest.net/outings/2009/ft~953.htm
    dmw . 2o13-o1-o9

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