April 2023 was a month of the false morel known as Verpa. These are among the first of the mushrooms to show up in the spring. They begin fruiting with cottonwoods at low elevations and then move into the foothills as the season progresses. — Learn more about Verpa bohemica here — Apr 1-2 My…
Kristi and I will start the Pacific Crest trail from the US-Mexico border in May so I thought I would start with a short summary of the PCT, and address some of the most common questions. The Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) is a long-distance hiking and equestrian trail in the United States that stretches from…
A replay from 4 Apr 2023 seminar for the VanDusen Botanical Garden. Replays are viewable for all Intro and Full-level accounts
Mycologists are scientists who study fungi, which include molds, yeasts, and mushrooms. Most mycologists pursue careers in various fields, such as academia, research, industry, or government. Their work often involves diverse aspects of fungal biology, ecology, genetics, and taxonomy. Some common career paths for mycologists include: Academia: Mycologists often work as professors, lecturers, or instructors…
Morels and Related Mushrooms Learn more about Pacific Northwest morels here
Spring in the Pacific Northwest is accompanied by two commonly foraged foods; stinging nettles and oyster mushrooms. This dish incorporates both of these along with chicken sausage to make a delightful pasta dish. It’s a little early for foraged oysters right now so I used my own cultivated mushrooms. Ingredients: 1 lb (450 g)…
Morel Mushroom and Asparagus Quiche Ingredients: 1 lb fresh morel mushrooms, cleaned and sliced 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp unsalted butter 1 medium onion, diced 3 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1/4 tsp dried thyme (or 1…
Creamy Morel Mushroom Soup Ingredients: 1 lb fresh morel mushrooms, cleaned and sliced 2 tbsp unsalted butter 1 tbsp olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth 1 cup heavy cream Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/4 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tsp fresh…
Ingredients: Instructions: Enjoy this delicious morel mushroom cream pasta with a glass of your favorite white wine and a simple green salad on the side.
Finding Morels in Washington Where, when, and how to hunt the Pacific Northwest’s most prized spring mushroom Morels are the mushroom that gets Pacific Northwest foragers out of winter hibernation. From landscape woodchips in March to high-elevation burn sites in July, morel season in Washington stretches across four months and multiple distinct habitats. This guide…
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