COMPLETE MOMS EVENT CALENDAR

Tuesday 9/10/2019 Time: 6:00 PM

Bi-monthly Meeting

Location: Powder Valley Nature Center at 11715 Cragwold Rd, Kirkwood, MO

Presented by: St Louis Chapter

Attendance: Members and non-members are welcome

Registration: Not required

Fee: No charge

Contact person: Maxine Stone

Contact email/phone: mstone@momyco.org / 314-420-4980

****UPDATE****
Originally William Pauley was scheduled to be our speaker at this event. Due to unforeseen circumstances, William will not be able to make his presentation. However, Rob Connoley from Bulrush has agreed to come and talk. Yay! The title of his program will be “You Don't Have to Pluck Every Mushroom”

Rob Connoley of Bulrush restaurant will present on the various elements that make this foraged food restaurant in Grand Center so intriguing. Founded in the mushrooms and spoils of the area woods, Bulrush is attempting to demonstrate how far a restaurant can go with Zero Waste, fermentation and koji techniques, Locavore philosophy and redefining what fine dining can look like in 2019. Rob will share his thoughts and strategies right as pawpaws are dropping, sumac is drying on the branch, and acorns are littering our lawns. It's time to view our food options differently.

Rob Connoley is the Chef and Owner of Bulrush, a contemporary interpretation of historic Ozark cuisine in Grand Center, and previously of the Curious Kumquat in Silver City, NM where he earned a James Beard semi-finalist honor as well as write-ups in the New York Times, Saveur, Sunset and many other national publications. Rob is born and raised in St. Louis and returned in 2016.

FYI, before Bulrush opened, Rob had Squatters Café on Washington in Grand Center. Before that he attended many MOMS events and I met him and his partner, Tyler, at a MOMS private dinner at REEDS in Maplewood. His restaurants are amazing. He and his team forage for almost everything they serve, including many species of mushrooms. His food is absolutely incredible. MOMS had a private dinner at Squatters Café which was amazing. If you missed it, Im sorry. You missed a truly beautiful foraged food dinner.

Please come to this talk by Rob. He’s one incredible person.

Sunday, 9/15/2019 Time: 11:00 AM

FORAY: Foray, Wine & Beer Tasting at Charleville Vineyard and Brewery

Location: 16937 Boyd Rd, St. Genevieve, MO

Presented by: St Louis Chapter

Attendance: Members and non-members are welcome

Registration: Registration required. Please contact person below at least one day prior to event.

Fee: No charge

Contact person: Sara Yates

Contact email/phone: syates@momyco.org / 314-843-5580 (home); 314-757-5711 (cell)

We will foray first and then enjoy a potluck lunch in this scenic setting. Please bring a special salad, entrée, side dish or dessert. Contact Sara Yates for questions/additional information.

Sunday, 9/22/2019 Time: 10:00 AM

FORAY: Bootlegger's Run Trail, Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park

Location: 13236 Dorsett Dr, Maryland Heights, MO 63146

Presented by: St Louis Chapter

Attendance: Members and non-members are welcome

Registration: Please contact person below at least one day prior to the foray for direction to the trail head parking lot.

Fee: No charge

Contact person: Judi Thomas

Contact email/phone: jthomas.judi@gmail.com / 314-439-5724

We will meet at the Bootlegger’s Run Trail Head parking lot in the upper section of Creve Coeur Park. This is the more secluded area of the park (not down by the lake) where we usually find a wide diversity of mushroom species. Bring a lunch, plenty of water, bug repellant and a dish to share (optional).

Thursday 10/3/2019 - Sunday 10/6/2019

Main Event - Brad's Fall Foray

Location: Lake of the Ozarks, Camp Clover Point

Presented by: St. Louis Chapter

Attendance: Members and non-members are welcome

Registration: Required (click registration box below)

Fee: $65 members, $75 non-members (Registration after Sept 25: add $15 per person)

Contact person: Stephanie Keil

Contact email/phone: skeil@momyco.org / 314-249-3067

We are staying at our own private “camp” at Camp Clover Point, Lake of the Ozarks State Park.  There are barracks and cabins with modern restrooms and showers for lodging, a beautifully equipped kitchen and dining room, a great rec hall, plus a nice waterfront for swimming and boating, if the weather cooperates. Camping at Lake of the Ozarks State Park offers basic and electric campsites.  To make a reservation for camping call toll free 877-422-6766. If you prefer a hotel for your lodging, the closest town is Kaiser, MO where you’ll find reasonably priced motels.

Location: Camp Clover Point is located in Lake of the Ozarks State ParkDriving time from Osage Beach, MO to Camp Clover Point is about 16 minutes

Volunteers Needed!  BFF is a great event because of the talented folks who volunteer for the many tasks. The organizing committee needs volunteers to help to scout for good foraging locations, foray leaders for Saturday outing, assisting in the kitchen and, of course, people to help set up and clean up.

Sunday, 10/13/2019 Time: 10:00 AM

FORAY: Hazlett State Park

Location: Hazlett State Park, Illinois

Presented by: St. Louis Chapter

Attendance: Members and non-members are welcome

Registration: Please contact the person listed below at least one day prior to event

Fee: No charge

Contact person: Steve Booker

Contact email/phone: sbooker@momyco.org / 618-980-0866

Bring a lunch, plenty of water, bug repellant and a dish to share (optional).

Tuesday 10/15/2019 Time: 6:00 PM

CLASS: 10 Common Edible Mushrooms of Missouri

Location: Powder Valley Nature Center at 11715 Cragwold Rd, Kirkwood, MO

Presented by: St. Louis Chapter

Attendance: Members only

Registration: Please contact the person listed below

Fee: No charge

Contact person: Maxine Stone

Contact email/phone: mstone@momyco.org / 314-420-4980

"10 Common Edible Mushrooms of Missouri" is our last of four classes presented each year at most of our chapters. Check out our list of mushrooms covered at each of the classes. Only members can attend these classes, but it’s simple to become a member. For additional information or to reserve your spot at the class, check with the contact person listed above.

Friday, 10/25/2019 to Sunday, 10/27/2019

FORAY: The Hawnting Weekend Campout

Location: Hawn State Park, Farmington, MO

Presented by: St. Louis Chapter

Attendance: Members and non-members are welcome

Registration: Registration required. Please contact the person listed below at least one day prior to the event for additional information.

Fee: Please see campsite information below

Contact person: Shannon Stevens

Contact email/phone: sporeprince@yahoo.com / 314-328-1977

If you can’t come for the weekend, plan on coming for a day. Contact Shannon Stevens for information about campsite accommodations and any applicable fees as well as for any questions or additional information.

Sunday, 11/3/2019 Time: 11:00 AM

FORAY: Wild Times Foray and Foodfest

Location: Alta Shelter, Babler State Park, Wildwood, MO

Presented by: St. Louis Chapter

Attendance: Members and non-members are welcome

Registration: Please contact one of the foray leaders listed below at least one day prior to the event for additional information.

Fee: No charge

Contact person: Steve Booker/Jan Simmons Raiser

Contact email/phone: sbooker@momyco.org / 618-980-0866
jsimons@momyco.org / 314-773-4551

More information coming soon.

Tuesday 11/12/2019 Time: 6:00 PM

BiMonthly Meeting - Annual Photo Show

Location: Powder Valley Nature Center at 11715 Cragwold Rd, Kirkwood, MO

Presented by: St. Louis Chapter

Attendance: Members and non-members are welcome

Registration: Not required

Fee: No charge

Contact person: Maxine Stone

Contact email/phone: mstone@momyco.org / 314-420-4980

This is our annual Photo Show…with photos from YOU. Bring your flash drive with some of the photos you’ve taken all year. In the past we’ve had some pretty wonderful shows. Don’t be shy. It will be a lovely evening.