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Big Sur Health Clinic’s Fundraiser – Foragers Festival, 1/22-1/25, 2026

One of the Best Mushroom Years in Recent Memory

If you’ve ever wanted to experience Big Sur at its most abundant, this is the year. Early rains, cool temperatures, and ideal forest conditions are creating exceptional mushroom growth, making the upcoming Big Sur Foragers Festival one of the most anticipated yet.
The festival returns January 22–25, 2026, with immersive culinary events and expert-led foraging hikes — all benefiting the Big Sur Health Center. Tickets are on sale now via Eventbrite.Fungus Face-OffSaturday, January 24 | 12–3 p.m. | Big Sur Lodge

An afternoon tasting event featuring mushroom-inspired creations from top regional chefs, paired with Monterey County wines and brews.$125 per ticketLimited to 200 guestsHistorically sells out Purchase tickets now on EventbritePURCHASE TICKETS
Wild Foraging Walk & Talks HikesJanuary 24–25, 2026Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

Join expert foragers for guided mushroom hikes through one of California’s most dynamic ecosystems. With conditions shaping up to be outstanding this season, these hikes are expected to fill quickly.
• $75 per hiker• Limited to 30 participants per hike
Walk & Talk tickets are available now on Eventbrite — advance purchase required. PURCHASE TICKETS Participating Restaurants & Beverage PartnersFernwood, Big Sur Lodge, The Pocket, Julia’s Vegetarian, Terry’s Restaurant + Lounge, Post RanchWrath, Morgan, El Vaquero, Flywheel, Scheid, Joyce Wine CompanyBitter Ginger, Martha’s Hopyard
Edible Monterey Bay returns as media sponsor and judge panel, with Jeff White of KRML serving as emcee.
This is a limited-capacity weekend — and one of the best mushroom years Big Sur has seen in some time. Secure your tickets now on Eventbrite before events sell out.PURCHASE TICKETS The Foragers Festival has traditionally served as a fundraiser for the Big Sur Health Center.
The community’s non-profit health center will receive the proceeds from the foraging events to continue to support the presence of local health care services in the Big Sur area.
Thank you for your support!www.bigsurforagersfestival.org

The presence of the Big Sur Health Center’s facility on theSanta Lucia Chapel and Campground property is made possible through the generosity of All Saints Episcopal Church, Carmel-by-the-Sea. Visit Our Website View as Webpage

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Appointed appellate counsel for indigent defendants (retired.) I have lived in Big Sur since 1984, first on the north coast, and on the South Coast since 1989.