Beginner's Guide to Safely Foraging for Wild Mushrooms: Identifying and Collecting Mushrooms Sustainably with Confidence

Author: Karen Stephenson

A fun guide to foraging for mushrooms

There are thousands of mushroom species native to the woods, fields, and forests of North America, but how do you know which are safe to eat? This beginner's guide will help you discover the diverse and fascinating world of mushrooms so you confidently enjoy nature's bounty.

• A beginner's field guide--Discover the tools, techniques, and visual cues you need to sustainably and safely harvest wild mushrooms.
• Thirty-five mushroom varieties--Detailed descriptions and photos help you positively identify 30 commonly found, edible mushrooms, like chanterelles and lion's manes, as well as five toxic mushrooms to avoid.
• Earth-friendly harvesting tips--Master sustainable harvesting practices, and learn the proper way to store and enjoy your harvest.

Get down and dirty with this safe guide to mushroom foraging.

Publisher: Rockridge Press
Published: 11/15/2022
Pages: 134
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.50lbs
Size: 8.40h x 5.50w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781685393878