The joy of morels is a ritual of spring. It is the first of many gourmet edible mushrooms that pop out. In Alberta, morels come out in a variety of habitats, but whatever habitat they are in, they are difficult to spot, especially if you are just starting to learn about them. Mostly we find…
Adam, I’m honestly not sure what I’m looking at. Am I right in that it is a close-up of a log on concrete with a blackish powder that is the fungus in question? If so I can’t make out enough detail to have an idea what the black stuff is. Perhaps photograph it against some…
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…
“EMS/NAMA foray report” by Markus Thormann, Martin Osis, and Bill Richards “Medicinal lichens” by Robert Rogers “Boletes in Alberta” by Martin Osis “Microworld” by Ming Chen AMS-developed educational materials The Alberta Mycological Society has developed an educational poster (pdf 251 k) about our provincial mushroom, Leccinum boreale, which we hope will become Alberta’s next official…
Mushroom Harvest 2007 Sorrentino’s Bistro & Bar presented its 13th annual Mushroom Harvest event in September 2007. During this month, you experienced the incredible complexity of flavours and textures of wild mushrooms in an array of menu items. The Alberta Mycological Society once again participated in some of the special events associated with Sorrentino’s Mushroom…
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.
Category: Time Sep 25 2013 at 07:00 PM – Sep 25 2013 at 09:00 PM Location Don Wheaton YMCA, Edmonton Event Summary We hold indoor meetings in the “off-season” to provide our members with interesting speakers, programs and discussions about mushrooms and.. Event Admins Seats available Recent activities Event Details We hold indoor meetings in…
Hydrangea is a plant beloved by many for its beautiful and charming appearance. With its vibrant green leaves and clusters of colorful blooms, it’s an excellent choice for brightening and decorating the home with a fresh, lively touch. However, there are many things to know about hydrangeas — including how to grow them properly and…
The Alberta Mycological Society has developed an EDUCATIONAL POSTER (pdf 251 k) about our provincial mushroom, Leccinum boreale, which we hope will become Alberta’s next official provincial emblem. We have also developed a BOOKMARK (pdf 27 k) that highlights this mushroom. This poster and bookmarks were developed with partial funding by grants from the Alberta Conservation…
Just want to share that Pluteus Cervinus(deer mushroom) seems to be out in abundance right now. I found over a pound in two locations. All total about 1 hour of walking. One location in Edmonton and one east of Edmonton. All are very fresh and relatively bug free.
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