The rainy season transforms the Chapultepec forest in the ideal location to discover one of the city’s most spectacular natural phenomena: the appearance of fungi.
Before the expected “mushroom” appears, the month in which these organisms will reach their greatest splendor, the Chapultepec forest will offer free tour to learn about the species What they sprout between their paths and learn more about the mushroom kingdom.
In addition, on this day there will be a special Photo session with mushrooms and ternurinesan event designed for visitors of all ages to bring together nature, creativity and their charming collector companions in one of CDMX’s most emblematic green spaces.
Before the mushrooms
Are you passionate about outdoor plans? If your answer is definitely yes, then the Chapultepec forest has prepared an unforgettable and very timely event for this rainy season. It’s about “Until August” is a completely free excursion.
During your walk, you will be able to completely immerse yourself in the wonderful kingdom of mushrooms. Of course, keep in mind that this is a purely educational activity, so It is prohibited to collect or remove specimens from the forest.. Ideally, you should take your cell phone, camera, or notepad with you so you can draw and record all the views you discover along the way.
If you would like to join the “Until August” walk to appreciate the mushrooms of the Chapultepec forest.keep in mind that the headquarters will be Botanical Garden. The meeting is scheduled for Sunday, July 12, with two time options: 12:00 and 14:00.. Keep in mind that access is completely free and no pre-registration is required, so try to be punctual!
Saprophytic mushrooms. FB (Chapultepec Forest))
Photography of mushrooms and ternurines
In addition to the mushroom tour, Esplanade of the Chapultepec Forest Museum will become a place of special entertainment for the whole family and their toys: a photo shoot of mushrooms and ternurines.
Go on adventures with your furry companions in your best outfits, always keeping in mind respect the environment and avoid sample extraction in this case, which will take place Sunday, July 12, 12:00..
Photo: Pinterest (ari_csaiz)
When is mushroom month?
The CDMX Environment Secretariat notes that the rainy season opens up the opportunity to observe a wide variety of mushrooms in the capital, mainly in the Chapultepec forest.
“This happens because temperatures and hours of sunshine decrease, and rain creates the conditions that make it possible.”
According to UNAM historical data, CDMX experiences the most rainfall in July and August. Thus, Mushroom watching officially begins in July, reaches its maximum splendor in August – popularly called “mushroom” due to its massive distribution – and gradually decreases in September.
What is in the Chapultepec Botanical Garden?
To learn more about the Chapultepec Botanical Garden, it is worth noting that it is located in the First Section of the park, opened its doors in 2006 and occupies the territory protected area of 5.3 hectares.
According to CDMX, for 2017 this site It contained more than 300 species of plants.which were grouped as follows:
- Agaves
- Succulents
- Cactaceae
- Orchids
- Edible plants
- Plants for pollination
- wetland plants
- 14 types of wild dahlias
Photo: Cuartoscuro (Moises Pablo Nava)
What can I do in Chapultepec?
In addition to the mushroom tour, Billboard about Chapultepec forest activity in July. Please be aware that all speakers are free and subject to change without notice; Here we will tell you about some, but we advise you to familiarize yourself with the full program.
- Exhibition in the gallery: “Mexico, Heritage and Origin”, available at Calzada Juventud Heroica during July from 6:00 to 18:00.
- Capoeira Angola Class: held in Foro las Tazas on Saturdays 4, 11, 18 and 25 July, starting at 9:30.
- musical presentation: Chapultepec Chorus at the Audiorama, Sunday, July 12 at 12:00 p.m.
- Interactive master class: “Build Your Own Dinosaur” on the Site Museum Esplanade, scheduled for Sunday, July 26 at 12:00 p.m.
- Thematic tours: Paseo Imperial, starting point Puerta de los Leones, from Wednesday to Sunday at 12:30.