Forest and fungal ecosystems are so connected with one another that it can be nearly impossible to have one without the other. Learning to recognize different tree species can be helpful for determining the identity of a mushroom and also help you to find areas most likely to contain mushroom species you are hunting. For…
In my intro talk, we discuss 10 of some of the most popular mushrooms for beginner. Here is another group of mushrooms that are quite distinct and should be relatively easy to recognize.
Here is an overview of the big big grouping of boletes
Here is a brief sample of the Intro to Mushrooms class
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Finding mushrooms in the Pacific Northwest is much easier when you know what habitat to find specific mushrooms. For instance, the pacific golden chanterelle can be found with Douglas fir and western hemlock. It isn’t too…
Winter in the Puget Sound area offers a surprisingly abundant mushroom season, thanks to the region’s mild climate, which extends the autumn fungal activity well into December and beyond. Foragers can still find sought-after edible mushrooms like hedgehogs (Hydnum spp.), matsutake (Tricholoma murillianum complex), and Pacific golden chanterelles (Cantharellus formosus). Beyond these culinary delights, the…
I have started hosting a workshop through AirBnB Experiences focused on the basics of mushroom identification and cultivation. Details and scheduling here. https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/1286844
Closely-Guarded Secrets Talk with friends about their favorite spots to find chanterelles and you might be surprised to find how secretive they are. It’s a part of our culture. Where do mushrooms grow? I read recently a line that sums it all up quite well. Mushrooms grow where you find them. I’ve found this to…