For all audiences, children from 6 years old onwards
- Includes classroom workshop
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- The meaning of the environments through which we travel is transmitted in a very pleasant way, understanding the ecosystem and landscape, its evolution and main components - The biodiversity of these protected areas, the key species of flora and fauna present, their current state of conservation and threat is explained. - The necessary behavior of the visitor in these protected areas is indicated under the premise that you should not notice that you have been there, also transferring it to the route traveled. The imperative need to carry all waste generated, including organic waste, is demanded. A cooperative group work is done by collecting all the waste that is found along the route, making an assessment of the impact caused by each one that is removed, as an exercise of environmental awareness in situ. - In addition, at the end of the field trip, the participants are encouraged to visit the village of El Barraco and get in touch with its inhabitants by walking through its streets, bars and stores, thus making the necessary link between the landscape (environment) and the people (those who live there). - The production centers of the most cutting-edge local gastronomic initiatives, with recognized international awards to their credit, which fully complete the experience enjoyed, highlighting the Don Juan del Águila Winery (PDO Cebreros), the Craft Beer Factory Raíz Cuadrada and the Elvira García Cheese Factory.
Come and discover the fascinating Kingdom of Mushrooms in El Barraco.
This activity is one of the field trips offered since the opening of the Museum of Nature, with more than 16 years of experience offering Mycological Days and Outings. A brief general introduction to the Kingdom of Mushrooms and how to collect specimens in the correct way is made. As we walk through the field, each participant collects in his basket the mushrooms that he finds, with the support and advice of the monitor. Once the collecting part is finished, in the same field there is a Mycology Classroom-Workshop around the monitor-guide for the classification, identification and explanation of the material found. The characteristics of each group are explained, the mushrooms are handled, smelled and broken to learn their differential parts. Special attention is paid to the distinction between edible and toxic mushrooms, highlighting their fundamental differences. Basic notions are given to learn how to photograph mushrooms in the most didactic way possible, which facilitates their later recognition. As a prize, the most diligent "students", always under the final supervision of the instructor, will be able to take home the edible specimens they have collected and wish to taste at home, with some advice on the most recommended recipes.
Prices
Minimum 10* - Maximum 30 persons - Adults and children over 6 years old: 5 €/person * For groups of less than 10 persons, a full rate of 50 €/group applies.
The price includes
- Trained instructor-guide, with a degree in Biology to instruct in the correct way to proceed in the collection and identification of the species of mushrooms found, also offering explanations of the Natural Heritage, necessary to understand the mycological context of the ecosystem itself. - Classroom-workshop of Mycology in situ, taught in a masterly manner by the monitor to classify, identify and learn to differentiate the groups and species of mushrooms to which each mushroom belongs, especially toxic and edible mushrooms. - Permissions necessary to carry out the activity of didactic collection: - To take the edible mushrooms collected with guaranteed edibility under the supervision of the guide of the activity, as long as it is a non enclosed environment. In the case of a preserve with regulated mycological exploitation, each participant must
Timetable
- These outings are preferably carried out in autumn, between late October and early December, according to environmental conditions that mark the forest mycological production. Extraordinary trips may be offered for spring mushroom picking in the month of May, when forest production is much lower. - The museum is open to the public from Tuesday to Sunday from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. - Mondays are not available, as the museum is closed, except holidays. There is no availability on Mondays, as the museum is closed, except on public holidays - The starting time of the Mycological Outing is specified when making the reservation - For groups of 25/30 people, we can attend, after checking availability, in the afternoon - This activity is conditioned to the presence of favorable weather. The situation of strong gusts of wind, temperature (excessive cold or heat), rain or snow, may influence the development of the event or even cause its cancellation - With clearly unfavorable weather forecast in advance, the cancellation is communicated as far in advance as possible.
Activity details
Where it takes place: "El Bullicio" hiking route, starting and ending at the Museum of Nature. Approximate duration: Between 2 and 2.5 hours, adapting to the needs of the group. Available languages: Spanish Accessible activity: NO Suitable for families with children: YES, children from 6 years old.
Do not forget
- It is necessary to bring appropriate clothing for the weather and comfortable footwear suitable for walking in the countryside. - Although the trails are easy, there may be some points along the route that are a little more difficult (the state of the roads and trails may change over time), so if you are used to using a walking stick(s), it is also advisable to bring it/them. - You can bring a standing snack to drink and snack during the activity or at one of the planned stops - All waste generated will be carried by each participant for subsequent deposit in the correct containers / garbage cans enabled in the urban environment.
Relevance
- The landscapes and environments can be of great visual beauty. In addition, this activity specifically gives rise to the realization of photographs of the mushrooms identified, so it is advisable to bring a camera. If you are not an amateur photographer, you can use your cell phone - If you share your experience in social networks we will be enormously grateful - You can take the edible mushrooms collected with a guarantee of safe consumption, with some tips for cooking them.
Rules of use and safety
- If the meeting and starting point for the Mycological Outing is different from the Museum of Nature, the location will be sent when making the reservation - The necessary displacements to get to the meeting and starting point will be made by the participants by their own means. - The departure ends at the same starting point (circular route or round trip) - It is important to remember: Bring your own basket and knife; come with appropriate clothing for the weather and good walking shoes - This activity is not suitable for bringing pets for several reasons: There is interest in enjoying the environment fully, such as being able to see or hear wildlife in addition to the activity carried out, which is not compatible with the presence of pets; places with loose livestock are transited; small children who may be afraid of the presence of dogs participate.
To whom it is addressed
For all audiences, children from 6 years old onwards
Activity details
- Includes classroom workshop