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Cultivation with Yakima Valley Mushroom Society

ByJeremy Collison

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January Mushrooms in the Pacific Northwest

January Mushrooms in the Pacific Northwest

ByJeremy Collison

The following is a selection of mushrooms found in our region in January. Some have very specific habitats and might only be found in a small part of the region. Cat’s Tongue Pseudohydnum gelatinosum Considered a species ‘complex’, which includes multiple closely related species that can be difficult to separate visually. Chanterelle Cantharellus Chanterelles can…

Gyromitra Etymology

Gyromitra Etymology

ByJeremy Collison

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 obvious disc-shaped mushrooms. More on Pacific Northwest Gyromitra here:  …

Mushroom Picking and Wilderness Areas

Mushroom Picking and Wilderness Areas

ByJeremy Collison

The Purpose and Role of Wilderness Areas Wilderness areas, managed by the National Forest Service, are essential for protecting natural landscapes and ecosystems. Created under the Wilderness Act of 1964, these regions are designed to remain free from significant human interference, allowing nature to thrive. Why Wilderness Areas Matter 1. Preserving Natural Environments These areas…