Fungi is one of the few souvenirs you can take home from the national lakeshore, but only forage fruiting bodies if you are 100% certain what they are.

Poison control can be reached anytime by calling 800-222-1222. As summertime rolls around, maybe you’re thinking of trying a new activity, like mushroom hunting. You’ve been hearing about these “morel ...

Poison control can be reached anytime by calling 800-222-1222. Mushrooms can be delicious, and being able to find them naturally in your own community -- like you can here in Michigan -- is an extra ...

Foragers look at late summer rains like dinner bells signaling a feast. When moisture collects in soil and decaying hardwoods, fungal mycelium sends up heavenly fruiting bodies that we like to call ...

PORTAGE, Mich. — What started out as a fun and tasty culinary trend has now become a major threat to Michigan’s forests. Golden oyster mushrooms, known for their yellow caps and nutty flavor, became ...

Edible morel mushrooms are found on forest floors in many parts of Michigan. They offer chefs and home cooks a natural flavor boost. Here's how to spot real morel mushrooms and avoid mistakes. 1. When ...

Morel mushrooms are sprouting in Michigan, and the Department of Natural Resources has released its morel map for 2025. "Elusive and delicious, morel mushrooms are a wonderful spring time delicacy in ...

Mushrooms are a savory fungus being added to meals on a more frequent basis. They are beneficial to one’s health because they promote lower cholesterol, provide a source of Vitamin D and decrease risk ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Golden oyster mushrooms, with their bright yellow caps and nutty flavor, have become popular for home growers and foragers. But what started as a kitchen trend is now ...