November 2024 General Meeting - Phil Carpenter, "What the First Rain Brings"

The evening will start at 6:30 pm for those who would like to socialize, snack on Bob Wynn's fantastic spread and chat with fellow mycophiles before the main meeting. Business and announcements will start at 7:00 pm. After the business part of the meeting, Phil Carpenter will present "What the First Rain Brings," a summary of early season fungi.

Last November's general meeting was canceled when a storm knocked out the power to the clubhouse, so Phil will try again to give his presentation  with an overview of some of our most notable early season mushrooms. We have not had much rain yet, but if you do find some mushrooms feel free to bring them to the meeting to get them identified and for show and tell.

Dr. Phil Carpenter has been a member of the Fungus Federation of Santa Cruz (CA) (FFSC) since the club was founded in 1984. He has been very active in the FFSC since joining, acting as President for many years as well as several other offices, including Science Advisor for many years. He is also currently a Regional Trustee for the North American Mushroom Association (NAMA).  He has been and continues to be a resource of mushroom identification for monthly FFSC meetings and periodic local and long distance forays. He provides identification and consulting in mushroom poisonings for local hospitals and veterinarians.

Phil was the 2023 recipient of the Harry and Elsie Knighton Service Award given by the North American Mycological Association (NAMA)  in recognition of his many years of distinguished service to the mycology community.