We are used to perceiving a forest merely as a collection of individual trees and shrubs with mushrooms popping up underneath after a good rain. But something much more complex and fascinating is hidden underground. A recent study by Japanese biologists, published in the scientific journal Scientific Reports and covered in detail by Naked Science,…
As our society grows, we see more and more people out on our official AMS forays. That is fabulous! The more the merrier! However, there is a downside to these increased numbers. We have more people competing for the same space and the same mushrooms. There are also some other problems that arise. With all…
Check out the resource section of the AMS website. There is good references there that should have answers to all the questions you asked. The best place to look for mushrooms is wherever you are. They grow everywhere. Start in your front yard or local park. Focus on one genus of mushroom at a time…
The Spore Print is the official newsletter of the Alberta Mycological Society. It is published four times a year. The editorial staff of our newsletter welcomes electronic submissions of stories, recipes, articles, news, pictures, etc. related to mycology for consideration for publication in an upcoming issue of our newsletter. The Current Spore Print is available…
The Alberta Mycological Society is a non-profit organization that was founded by Prof. Randy Currah and Helene (Leni) Schalkwijk-Barendsen in 1987. From those modest beginnings and a small local membership comprised of professional and amateur mushroom lovers, the Edmonton Mycological Society has grown over the past 20 years and currently has about 170 active members…
The Alberta Mycological Society welcomes all new members. We offer annual student ($15, you will need a valid student identification card), individual ($25), family ($35), and corporate memberships ($40). Members will receive four newsletters during the year with interesting articles, mushroom recipes, program details, foray information, and maps. Please download and fill out the membership…
Boletus edulis has finally arrived in the Peace Region. A little later than normal but it is fruiting. Look for the net like (reticulate) area near the cap apex. These are robust boletes that are absolutely delicious.
The Alberta Mycological Society is a non-profit organization that was founded by Prof. Randy Currah and Helene (Leni) Schalkwijk-Barendsen in 1987. From those modest beginnings and a small local membership comprised of professional and amateur mushroom lovers, the Edmonton Mycological Society has grown over the past 20 years and currently has about 170 active members…
Thank you to Sorrentino’s for providing the 1st Prize for our Mushroom Photo Contest – a dinner for 10 at Sorrentino’s! Sorrentino’s Mushroom Harvest Festival Sorrentino’s Bistro & Bar presents their annual Mushroom Harvest Festival every September. During this month, you will experience the incredible complexity of flavours and textures of wild mushrooms in an array…
