In many traditional Oaxaca communities, psilocybin mushrooms have a long history of use in sham-led ceremonies, called veladas. These ceremonies are traditionally used to cleanse, heal, and communicate with the saints. Before we go any further.
I want to touch on the immediate history of these communities’ exposure to psilocybin mushrooms, which they call niños santos.
In the 1950’s, María
Sabina, a Mazatec witch doctor in the city of Huautla de Jiménez, reluctantly opened her case to a western man. You can read the full story here, but the public warned him after travelers began arriving in town in search of magic mushrooms.
Today, the cities of Huautla de Jiménez, San Jose del Pacifico, and the nearby San Mateo de Hondo welcome North Vancouver Hiking to Mexico in search of mushrooms. Now, with the knowledge of the history and significance of society, I urge you to treat the niños santos and the powers they hold with respect.
- Just as they have
- Been in these
- Communities for
- Thousands of years
At the same time, the power of psychedelics is evident in the United States and elsewhere, leading to the pursuit of normalcy.
People are aware of the mushroom’s ability to reduce depression, addiction, and PTSD. As more and more people turn to this powerful drug for daily use, the effects of microdosing are also being studied. On the other side of the spectrum, and I think this quick idea about microdosing vs taking full dose too should be read.
Where to Find Mushrooms in San Jose
The San Jose mushroom season lasts from July to October, which is similar to the rainy season in Mexico. During the season you will find fresh mushrooms that you can eat. Outside of the season they may be stored in June.
I have heard reports of buying fake mushrooms, so it is important to know where to go. That being said, a friend who was visiting a resort in San Jose del Pacifico, reported a lot of mushrooms in the group to a woman who had no effect on her for a woman who had so much experience.
I actually did not eat
Mushrooms in San Jose del Pacifico. I had a new friend, and we came in with the intention of saying, “If it sounds good.” We both found pleasure in doing other things, such as hiking in the woods. However, I have spoken to many travelers about their experience before and after my visit.
One of the oldest pioneers
In the San Jose mushroom tour is Tío, who opened the Cabañas Pacífico and a restaurant attached 20 years ago. They prepare mushroom tea for use and I have spoken in person with a few experienced guests here.
Another highly recommended area is Cabanas Rubí. One of my traveling North Vancouver Hiking told me that he had fresh mushrooms, chocolate, and other items stored for June to buy. Their group was looking for a middle ground and chose chocolates, which they really enjoyed.
