"Registration for camp begins at 9:00AM on Saturday September 30 2023"
MSSF Mendocino Woodlands Camp Foray November 10-12, 2023
Friday evening presenter will be: Stephanie Jarvis
Saturday evening presenter will be: Maria Morrow
Deep in the Mendocino woodlands, MSSF members, fellow mushroom enthusiasts, friends and family, gather once again for our annual north coast fungal rite of autumn. This weekend-long spectacular mycological event includes guided forays, presentations, delicious mushroom themed meals and appetizers, creative mushroom pop up activities, and of course, plenty of mushrooms!
All on-site meals and lodging (Friday night through Sunday lunch) are included in the basic $325 per person adult member rate. This is a MSSF Members foray event.
There is NO off-site registration available for Mendo Camp, the maximum number of MSSF members allowed in camp will be 140 total, including staff and volunteers. Registration is limited to (4) individuals, family members/partners living at the same address which is reflected in the MSSF membership database. Be sure to check your MSSF member profile on the MSSF website to ensure it is up to date and includes your spouse/partner, correct e-mail and phone number, etc. NOTE: If you plan to bring a camper/RV or sleep in your vehicle please inform the camp registrar when registering for camp. There is no cost difference between staying in the Woodlands cabins or staying in one's own vehicle.
JDSF Mushroom Permit: Attendees who plan to collect edible mushrooms in the Jackson State Demonstration Forest, are required to obtain a JDSF mushroom collecting permit. Permits can be obtained via US mail by completing the permit application from the CALFIRE website here: JDSF Permit . Please allow sufficient time (10-14 days) to receive your permit via the US Mail. *JDSF Mushroom Permits cannot be registered and completed online* Permits are $20.00 and good until June 30, 2024. There are no limits on the quantity of mushrooms collected with a permit. The permit forms will also be sent out with the Welcome to Camp Packet mid-October, however it is highly encouraged to apply for a JDSF permit at the time you register for camp. Permits can also be purchased at the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, Jackson Demonstration State Forest Office, 802 North Main St. Fort Bragg, CA 95437, (707)-964-5674, Monday through Friday, 8:00 - 12:00 AM, & 1:00 - 5:00 PM.
REGISTRATION NOTE: When registration for Mendo Camp is full, we will establish a waiting list to fill any camp cancellations. For registration or waitlist questions, please e-mail Stephanie Wright at: mendoregistrar@mssf.org or call (510)-388-5009. For general camp questions, please email David Gardella at: mendodirector@mssf.org or call (602)-617-0150. The above e-mail addresses can also be used if you need help with the online reservation process.
CAMP PAYMENT POLICY: Receipt of payment is required at time of a Mendo Camp reservation. Payment for camp must be made at the time of each reservation in order to fully confirm each member's attendance at camp. Unpaid reservations may be canceled at anytime and placed on the cancellation waiting list in the future.
*CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY: *UPDATE FROM SEPTEMBER MYCENA NEWS ANNOUNCEMENT* A $20 processing fee will be applied to any cancellation requests made prior to Friday 11/3/23. Any cancellation requests made after 12:00am Friday 11/3 will receive a refund of 50% of the ticket price. The lesser refund amount available for cancellations made within one week of camp due to the fact that exact attendee numbers for our catering reservations and Woodlands fees leading up to camp will need to be confirmed at that point.
