usual date proved to be a successful
and interesting venture.
A damp spell of weather in late
July-early August had brought forth
a flush of species not usually found
on our later forays. In particular,
Russulas and Boleti were abundant,
including one new record - Russula
raoultii.
One other new record for the
Forest was Hapalopilus nidulans
plus several other uncommon to
rare species already on our lists
such as Hericeum erinaceous.
Boletus appendiculatus and Leccinum
quercinum.
In the afternoon bad weather
forced most members to retreat
to the laboratory of the Epping
Forest Conservation Centred This
provided the opportunity to do a
great deal of work on the specimens
collected and this proved a new
and valuable experience for many
of the members. It is hoped to
encourage this aspect on future
occasions.
With the valuable guidance of
Mrs. Doreen Boardmen a total list
of 60 species were recorded and
our thanks are due also to Dr.Pegler
at Kew for his help in identifying
the more puzzling specimens.
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