The August 2009 MexMush Oaxaca Foray
was in many ways similar to our previous tour there in 2006. For example, our Frequent Friendly Forayer, Hildegard Hendrickson from Seattle, came on both tours. She also found the first Matsutakes both times. We went to many of the same locations, and enjoyed the special cuisine and other attractions the state is so famous for.

But, for others on this “reprise of Oaxaca” event, it was a special, first experience of a state, people and culture that enhanced the mushrooming experience to a remarkable level. It was informative, challenging, rewarding and FUN week of travel adventure and mycology. One of our participants called it her "favorite tour yet." Here is a small visual sample of what went on:

A Delectable Del Monte Dinner



Admiring Mitla mosaics



Back to the Troop Carrier



Do these look edible



Getting in the Spirit to Foray



Good students at Susana's cooking class



Hildegard prompts Matsutake excitement



In cool Cuajimoloyas woods with Juana



Kathy's prize bolete



Matsutake Madness becomes rampant



Mitla villagers Sharon and Arturo



Patrick pokes fun at Arturo and Gundi



Riding the Mitla Limo



That is NOT a Lepiota!



The Loneliness of the Taxonomist



This Lepiota is hard for some to identify



Welcome to Joe's Bar & Grill



Farewell at the square round table



Final Eve Fun