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How To Identify False Chanterelles
This time of year there are tons and tons of Chanterelles out there in the forests of Western Washington. And among them, false Chanterelles, hiding like wolves in sheep’s clothing! How can you spot them? Continue reading
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The Big Problem With Chanterelles — and How To Solve It
Every year at this time I experience anew a key frustration shared by those who love to hunt … and eat … Chanterelle mushrooms. For they only appear for a brief window in the Fall, September and October, typically; and while they are wonderful while we have them, they are best eaten fresh and no… Continue reading
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One of the Joys of Exotic Mushroom Hunting: Discovery of the Unknown
When we hunt, we are focused on specific things we know and want to harvest: Golden Chanterelles, Morels, Lions Mane, Chicken of the Woods, Hedgehogs, Lobsters, Oysters, etc. But part of the joy of foraging is discovery of the unknown! Continue reading
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Getting out there, part 5: When NOT to hunt!
Sometimes the mushroom hunting can be A LOT better than other times! This was one of those other times. How to tell the difference … ? Continue reading
Mushroom Obsession 