Name: Mount Sutro Natural History—Fungal Foray & Other Natural Wonders
Start: 2026-01-24T12:00:00-08:00
End: 2026-01-24T15:00:00-08:00
Location: Clarendon Trail

$Mount Sutro Natural History\u2014Fungal Foray & Other Natural Wonders$

Explore the natural history of Mt. Sutro, including the star attraction of fungi found in this winter wonderland during the rainy season.
About this Event

This hike will include elements of Sutro history, from indigenous days to Adolph Sutro to today. Walk leaders will discuss mountain conservation challenges and successes - big picture and in particular with Woodland Canyon Creek.

We will also observe the native flora and fauna, with special attention to the mushrooms and other fungi that are best observed in winter.

Walk Leaders: Steve Leonoudakis and Emil Fogarino

Steve is an advisory board member with Sutro Stewards, the Mt. Sutro conservation, trail maintenance, and environmental education non-profit. He has acted as a naturalist leader for numerous groups, with particular interests in biodiversity, California native plants, and fungi.

Emil is a former science teacher at George Washington High School and lifetime educator. His focus and interest on marine biology and population studies helps him to understand the Bay Area on an intimate level, which is pivotal in his role with Nature in the City. He's been leading fun & engaging NTC nature walks. He also spends his time volunteering at the Tunnel Tops Field Station and the Presidio Native Plant Nursery.

Details: The route will loop from the Clarendon Ave Trailhead to the Mount Sutro summit. Next, down past the Sutro Stewards nursery and back to the start.

This walk will be almost 2 miles in length, with a vertical elevation gain of 500 feet. The trail will be mostly compacted dirt, with some steep portions and steps.

Preparation: Bring water and snacks and wear sturdy shoes and layers. Walking sticks will be helpful for the uneven terrain. This walk will occur in light rain so bring a raincoat and umbrella if it’s raining. Heavy rain will cancel.

Meeting Location: Meet at the Clarendon Trailhead on Clarendon Ave.

Transportation: Neighborhood parking is available, and several Muni lines pass close to this spot including the 36.

Cost: This walk is FREE to attend (with RSVPs kindly requested).

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