Beginner's Guide to Safely Foraging for Wild Mushrooms - by Karen Stephenson (Paperback)

About the Book

"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 and where to find them, so you can enjoy nature's bounty."--

Book Synopsis

The essential mushroom foraging book for beginners

Considering taking up mushroom hunting? You are going to want some essential information before you start identifying fungi! Find everything you need in this foraging book for beginners, including expert tips on equipment, foraging techniques, sustainable harvesting, and what to do with your bounty. The easy-to-follow format and clear visuals make this the ideal mushroom field guide to bring along as you start hunting!

• Mushrooms 101--A mini-mycology lesson for beginners builds your confidence, explaining basics like types of mushrooms, mushroom anatomy, and key "Fungi Facts."
• Mushroom Identification--Learn how to identify thirty of the most common wild mushrooms in North America, plus five highly toxic mushrooms every forager needs to watch out for.
• Mushroom chart by season and region-- Know which species to look for and when, whether you are foraging mushrooms in the Northeast, Northwest, or anywhere in the country.

The Beginner's Guide to Safely Foraging for Wild Mushrooms will have you mushrooming with confidence!

Review Quotes

"As a scientist, clear, concise communication is extremely important to me which is why I love Karen's book. She gives the all necessary details a novice needs to begin foraging wild amazing mushrooms on their own. My favorite bit is her inclusion of specifically when to seek these fungi in different parts of North America. This will save people time, effort, and frustration." -- Dr. Mark "Merriwether" Vorderbruggen, author of Outdoor Adventures Guide Foraging, creator of www.foragingtexas.com, Ph.D. chemist

"This book is colorful and eye-catching! I love the breakout boxes of interesting tips and all the important safety guidelines. As a beginner, it gives you everything you need to know to safely forage mushrooms, from equipment to where and how to forage. An excellent guide to slip in your pack and get out there and forage!" --Sharon Chapman, aromatherapist, herbalist, editor, author, owner of SedonaAromatics.com

About the Author

KAREN STEPHENSON is a writer, researcher, wild food recipe developer, and expert wild food educator. She's a certified Master Naturalist, Chartered Herbalist, and certified nutritionist.