FORT BRAGG DISTILLERY FIELD GUIDE
Mushrooms, Whiskey and Redwoods: A One-Day Fundraiser Aboard the Skunk Train
An adults-only, once-a-year Skunk Train special on November 1, 2025 that pairs guided forest tours, local wines and mushroom tastings with live music—useful for planning logistics, upgrades, and what to bring.
Mushrooms, Whiskey and Redwoods: A One-Day Fundraiser Aboard the Skunk Train.
All aboard the NEW & IMPROVED Mushroom Train: a single-day, 21-and-over fundraiser from Fort Bragg to the redwoods that combines guided forest walks, curated mushroom noshes and spirit tastings, live music and a campfire at Glen Blair Junction. The event includes an optional Presidential Class Car upgrade for exclusive tastings and benefits MendoParks.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A redwood run to Glen Blair Junction
The train pushes inland from Fort Bragg through coastal redwoods to Glen Blair Junction, where the day’s tasting and events are staged amid the forest.
Local wines, mushroom noshes and a Presidential upgrade
Expect curated mushroom tidbits and local wines on site, with an upgrade to the Presidential Class Car that adds guided spirit tastings and exclusive noshes onboard.
Live music, a DJ and a campfire in the forest
Music and dancing join the tastings at Glen Blair Junction: there will be live music, a DJ and a dance area, plus campfire seating for a convivial, wooded setting.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
This is a single-day, adults-only excursion that departs Fort Bragg and travels into a redwood clearing where a mix of guided walks, tastings and music unfolds. The program blends short interpretive forest stops with tasting stations and social zones at Glen Blair Junction, and an optional upgraded car for a more intimate tasting experience.
THE ROUTE
A redwood run to Glen Blair Junction
The train pushes inland from Fort Bragg through coastal redwoods to Glen Blair Junction, where the day’s tasting and events are staged amid the forest.
THE TASTING
Local wines, mushroom noshes and a Presidential upgrade
Expect curated mushroom tidbits and local wines on site, with an upgrade to the Presidential Class Car that adds guided spirit tastings and exclusive noshes onboard.
THE ATMOSPHERE
Live music, a DJ and a campfire in the forest
Music and dancing join the tastings at Glen Blair Junction: there will be live music, a DJ and a dance area, plus campfire seating for a convivial, wooded setting.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this event suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring a valid ID—this event is 21 and over and every guest must present ID to board. Do not bring dogs; pets are not permitted.
Meet at the Skunk Train departure point in Fort Bragg (100 W Laurel St); the event departs Fort Bragg on November 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM.
This is a fundraiser for MendoParks. There are no refunds; cancellations are considered donations to MendoParks. Tickets are transferable.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Is the Mushroom Train open to all ages?
No. The event is for guests 21 and over only; every guest must present valid ID to board.
Are dogs or other pets allowed?
No. Dogs are not allowed on this event.
When and where does the train depart?
The train departs from Fort Bragg; boarding is at the Skunk Train departure point at 100 W Laurel St, with the departure on November 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM.
Can I get a refund if I cancel?
No. There are no refunds; cancellations will be considered a donation to MendoParks.
Are tickets transferable?
Yes. Tickets are transferable.
What does the Presidential Class Car include?
An upgrade to the Presidential Class Car includes mushroom noshes and a guided spirit tasting en route to the Glen.