Learn how to find mushrooms growing in our area and which are safe to eat; a park naturalist leads a guided hike through the different trails to discover mushrooms.
Guided Mushroom Hike (Fungus Festival) is a club open to all levels, held at George Owens Nature Park (City of Independence Parks & Recreation) in Independence, MO. It costs $10 (Festival free; guided mushroom hike $10 per person). The class is a one-off session. Schedule: Saturday, October 10, 2026, guided hike departs 2:00 PM (festival 1:00-4:00 PM). Check George Owens Nature Park (City of Independence Parks & Recreation)'s site for the latest availability and booking.
Price$10(Festival free; guided mushroom hike $10 per person)
George Owens Nature Park (City of Independence Parks & Recreation), Independence MO
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George Owens Nature Park (City of Independence Parks & Recreation)
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Available — see booking link
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2026-10-10
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Common Questions About Walking Clubs in Independence
These are the questions people most often ask about walking clubs in Independence — answers apply city-wide, not just to this class.
Do walking clubs cost money in Independence?
Of the walking clubs in Independence with a published price, the price is $10 across the board. These are the venues' own listed rates, not estimates, and each listing says what the price covers.
Do I need to register in advance?
Most walks are drop-in, but a few venues — parks, museums, some health programmes — ask you to register so they know who's coming. Check the booking link on the walk card.
What pace and distance should I expect?
Most walks run three to five miles over 60 to 90 minutes at a conversational pace, and many groups split into faster and slower packs after the first mile. Where the organiser publishes a route length, the listing shows it.
What should I bring to a group walk?
Wear shoes you've already broken in and bring water. For longer trail walks the organiser's page lists anything else to carry — layers are useful because most groups walk rain or shine.
Are walking clubs beginner-friendly?
Almost all of them. Leaders usually introduce newcomers to the group, and pace-specific walks say so in the listing — you won't be left behind on a general club walk.