The May meeting will be at 7:30 on Thursday, the 16th, at
the Natural History
Museum.
I apologize for the brevity of this newsletter. Both time and information have been scarce this month. Last month, I stated that I would send an updated member list with this newsletter. I almost postponed, but decided to send the tiny print copy on the reverse side. Next month, I hope to include a list similar to the one from earlier this year.
I know last month's recipe left the entire membership drooling in anticipation for another culinary wonder, but alas, I have no recipe for this month. Again, if any members would like to contribute one or more of their favorites, I'd love to include them in a future newsletter.
And now I must express sincere appreciation to the Segerstroms, whose timely report comprises the remainder of this paper.
Unfortunately the severe drought has affected even the 9000 ft. elevation of the Black Range, and everything was as dry as dust. Hardly conducive to the existence of morels. The forest, however, was beautiful and we all enjoyed the hike. Kris and I were accompanied by 2 neighbor couples, and the club was represented by Bruce Trigg (and a film-maker friend Erik) as well as Nancy Daniel. Thank you both for your support.
The Bear Mountain Lodge was quaint, old (1928), clean and accommodating. Myra McCormick, who owns and operates the Lodge, is elderly, charming, and interesting albeit somewhat eccentric. It's large enough to consider for a future Foray site and very reas onable ($45 per person with 3 meals included).
After the heavy rains of July-August, the mushrooms should be abundant for the Las Vegas Foray. We look forward to seeing you all there.