Mushroom ID Hikes During the Festival
What You Can Expect When You Sign Up For An ID Hike:
Regional experts, along with knowledgeable members of the Wild Rivers Mushroom Club, will be leading mushroom identification hikes both days.
We will schedule multiple hikes each day, and groups will be kept small (averaging 15 people per hike) so that everyone will have a chance to learn. Each person going on a hike will be asked to sign a liability waiver. One should dress for the weather, especially since the coast is often drizzly or rainy in November. Anticipate getting wet: wear sturdy, water-resistant shoes, bring rain gear, dress in layers.
All ticket holders should plan to meet at the main festival venue (Chetco Brewing Company at 800 Railroad Ave.) about 10 minutes early to sign in and meet up with the hike leader. You will then carpool to the ID site for an hour long hike, give or take. Club members will also be on hand the day of to help get you situated.
Please note: We are offering these hikes for the purpose of identifying the diversity of fungi in our region. We cannot allow any HARVESTING during these hikes. Some of the hikes are being held on land where harvesting is forbidden, and/or where a permit is needed. Thanks for your understanding and cooperation!
Tickets for the Hikes are on sale now!
Space is limited, and the cost for each hike is $10 per person (with certain exceptions; see the descriptions on the "2025 Lectures & Workshops" page). Kids 12 & under are free when accompanied by a paying adult. Each hike usually lasts about 1-1/4 hours, including drive time (all the hikes will require driving to the site.)
Note: any changes concerning the hikes will be available during the festival at the information table.