Originally posted on EarthSky: https://earthsky.org/human-world/poison-mushrooms-how-to-tell/ There’s no simple way to tell if a wild mushroom is a poison mushroom. To know for sure, you have to identify it and learn about it. Many mushrooms are not poisonous and some are edible. The number of edible species varies by location. For instance, the Alabama Mushroom Society […]
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Poison Mushrooms: How To Tell
Now More than Ever, the Healing Path of Sit Spot
That large tree succumbing to gravity was an event that took place at the periphery of my consciousness. I passed by this spot in the park most days. I might have seen the park maintainers cutting its branches and hauling them away. It was winter, and green was gone from most of the trees. As […]
Spicebush Identification and Appreciation
As the cool air moves into October and the summer nights are fading into the campfire warmth, the flavors are starting to change. Autumn is associated with the warm spices of cinnamon, ginger, clove, nutmeg, and allspice. Hot apple cider, pumpkin pie, squashes and pumpkins. There is another Autumn staple in this part of the […]
Responsible Herp Hiking
Despite the recent “stay at home” orders parks and campgrounds have seen a surge in activity as people look to the outdoors for a safe outlet for their energy. This is occurring at the same time when park staffing has been reduced or eliminated altogether. Now more then ever it is imperative for each hiker, […]