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Gyromitra Etymology
The genus name Gyromitra is derived from the following: gyro - round, or convoluted. (gyroscope) mitra - headdress (Mitre, mitre joint) There are more than 10 species of Gyromitra in the Pacific Northwest with a variety of shapes from the classic brain shape to less...
Updates on 2 western WA burns
I visited 2 Washington burns yesterday and thought I would share a quick update to hopefully save some of you the drive. The Sourdough burn near Diablo Lake on HWY 20 is very difficult to access. Roads and trails near the burn are closed according to the National Park...
Darrington Mushroom Conditions 6 May
The western slopes of the Cascades offer a variety of habitats for spring mushrooms. Darrington is a small town 30 miles east of Arlington near the confluence of the Sauk and Suiattle rivers, and is surrounded by public land at varying elevations and ease of...
Trip Report – May 3-4
Bolt Creek Burn
Friday afternoon: We stopped at the Bolt Creek burn outside of Skykomish. Lots of fungal activity but we didn’t find any morels in the 30min we spent here. Someone we passed on the way in simply said, “Not many”. So, they’re out there. I saw a few people foraging...
Just Spring Mushrooms
Just Spring MushroomsPart 1
Poisonous Mushrooms
What do you do if you suspect that you, someone else, or a pet has eaten a poisonous mushroom? Time is critical. Quickly do the following 1) Gather information for accurate identification. Collect one or more complete mushrooms including the base of the mushroom that...
Common Misconceptions About Morels
Morels are one of the most commonly foraged mushrooms in the United States, and likely one of the most popular around the world. They are broadly distributed globally, are very recognizable, and are relatively safe for a beginner to identify. The popularity of morels...
2024 Overview of Washington Burn Morel Spots
The best place to find burn morels are forests that burned in 2023. I have made a few tools and reference pages for those interested in finding burn morels in 2024. Western Washington Burn Summaries 2024 Supporting members and those enrolled in the Spring Intro Series...
A Guide to Picking Fire Mushrooms in British Columbia
This is an excellent page addressing picking fire mushrooms (burn morels) in BC. Fire Mushrooms - BC Much of this content is useful for Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and beyond.
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Gyromitra Etymology
The genus name Gyromitra is derived from the following: gyro - round, or convoluted. (gyroscope)...
Updates on 2 western WA burns
I visited 2 Washington burns yesterday and thought I would share a quick update to hopefully save...