The Annual Foray is NMMS' one big event. It is the one time we see many of
our members, as well as the noted Mycologists we invite for the event. The
Foray typically attracts enthusiastic mushroomers from other regions, who
remind us that we are an integral part of the wider mycological community.  
We plan it for a time and area where participants can re-stock their
larders, and it also provides the opportunity of serious scientific
endeavor for those who choose.  A successful Foray is essential for the
health of our club.

I had hoped that by the time I submitted this February report, we would
have already held a meeting of this year's Foray Committee, but such is not
the case. I plan to convene a Foray meeting during the next few
weeks--perhaps before the February 7th meeting--perhaps soon after.  The
question of Where? will likely be the primary topic.

I have been concerned about next year's Foray as well.  The good folks at
NAMA have been quite eager to return to the Southwest.  Drought has
provided a good excuse so far, but they seem quite eager to witness it
first hand. I expect that a NAMA Foray in our area would double as NMMS'
2006 Foray.  I realize that it is early to think about 2006 when we have
yet to embark on the 2005 planning, but I don't think it's too soon to
state that is there is a distinct chance it will occur.