🌟 Calling all nature lovers, photographers, fungi enthusiasts, and curious adventurers! Join us for an unforgettable hike in San Marcos to search for our state mushroom, the extraordinary Texas Star Mushroom, also known as the Devil’s Cigar (Chorioactis geaster).

This unique mushroom is a true Lone Star State treasure, found in only a handful of places worldwide—Japan, Taiwan, and right here in Texas. Known for its dramatic “hissing” sound as it opens to release its spores, this fascinating fungi is as rare as it is mysterious.

🎥 Watch the magic in action and see why this mushroom has inspired our organization's logo!

🌳 Lace up your hiking boots, grab your curiosity, and join us for a fun and educational outdoor adventure. Don't miss this chance to explore local ecosystems and experience one of nature's rarest wonders up close!

Expect:

• Easy-moderate hike with various terrains

• Educational program with information about the Texas Star Mushroom 

• 1 mile round-trip

• Possible cancellations due to weather

What to bring:

• Water

• Camera if desired

• Good hiking shoes, raincoat.

SEE THE TEXAS STAR MUSHROOM HISS AT INKS LAKE!

ABOUT THE WALK LEADER

Mason Lalley is macro-photographer, luthier, former blacksmith and an admin/moderator on the Texas Mushroom identification, Mushroom identification page and wild plants and edible mushroom Facebook groups. He can also tell you anything about the first ten seasons of The Simpsons.

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