Author : Michael W. Beug
Publisher :
Page : 314 pages
File Size : 19,7 MB
Release : 2021-04-22
Category : Mushrooms
ISBN : 9780578904764
Guidebook to mushrooms of Pacific Northwest of North America.
Author : Noah Siegel
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
Page : 610 pages
File Size : 33,37 MB
Release : 2016-08-09
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1607748185
A comprehensive and user-friendly field guide for identifying the many mushrooms of the northern California coast, from Monterey County to the Oregon border. Mushrooms of the Redwood Coast will help beginning and experienced mushroom hunters alike to find and identify mushrooms, from common to rare, delicious to deadly, and interesting to beautiful. This user-friendly reference covers coastal California from Monterey County to the Oregon border with full treatments of more than 750 species, and references to hundreds more. With tips on mushroom collecting, descriptions of specific habitats and biozones, updated taxonomy, and outstanding photography, this guide is far and away the most modern and comprehensive treatment of mushrooms in the region. Each species profile pairs a photograph with an in-depth description, as well as notes on ecology, edibility, toxicity, and look-alike species. Written by mushroom identification experts and supported by extensive field work, Mushrooms of the Redwood Coast is an indispensable guide for anyone curious about fungi.
Author : Steve Trudell
Publisher : Timber Press
Page : 776 pages
File Size : 15,43 MB
Release : 2022-10-25
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1643261703
Ideal for hikers, foragers, and naturalists, the Timber Press Field Guides are the perfect tools for loving where you live. Mushrooms of the Pacific Northwest is a comprehensive field guide to the most conspicuous, distinctive, and ecologically important mushrooms found in the region. With helpful identification keys and photographs and a clear, color-coded layout, Mushrooms of the Pacific Northwest is ideal for hikers, foragers, and natural history buffs and is the perfect tool for loving where you live. Covers Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia Describes and illustrates 493 species 530 photographs, with additional keys and diagrams Clear color-coded layout
Author : Don E. Hemmes
Publisher : Echo Point Books & Media, LLC
Page : 555 pages
File Size : 14,19 MB
Release : 2022-06-23
Category : Nature
ISBN :
Hawai‘i is known for its verdant mountains and colorful ocean ecosystems, but few realize the depth and range of the islands’ mushroom diversity. In fact, Hawai‘i is home to over 230 species of mushrooms that are prized by foragers from around the world. In Mushrooms of Hawai‘i, Don Hemmes and Dennis Desjardin present a beautiful and comprehensive guide to the treasure trove of mycological life in the Aloha State. Inside you’ll find information on Mushroom identification; Culinary and medicinal uses of Hawaiian mushrooms; Where to find the best mushroom-hunting spots; The seasonality of Hawaiian mushrooms; And everything else you might need to make your foraging adventure a success. Mushrooms of Hawai‘i also includes beautiful illustrations to help you identify familiar treasures like morels, well-known dangers like Amanita muscaria, and exciting species unique to the islands. Whether you’re hunting Copelandia cyanescens (“magic” mushrooms) in the pasture grasses high in the mountains of Maui, or foraging for Laetiporus (chicken of the woods), an edible mushroom sought after by foodies for its uniquely delicious taste, this book is the must-have guide for fungophiles.
Author : Andy MacKinnon
Publisher :
Page : 504 pages
File Size : 38,9 MB
Release : 2021-09-03
Category :
ISBN : 9780772679550
A unique field guide brimming with detailed descriptions, vibrant photos, and fascinating facts about British Columbia?s most common?and most distinctive?mushroom species.
Author : Michael Beug
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 36,21 MB
Release : 2024-09-24
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1984863487
An illustrated key to identifying the mushrooms of the Cascadian bioregion, stretching from coastal Alaska to central California and Idaho, featuring nearly 1,100 full-color photographs and more than 3,000 species. In this unique and comprehensive field guide, mycologist Dr. Michael Beug helps mushroom hunters of all levels navigate an often bewildering array of species by clearly identifying features that separate one cluster from another. By answering simple questions (Does the mushroom have gills? Are there upward pointing tips like coral? Is the underside smooth or veined?) and consulting the carefully chosen, full-color photos, Dr. Beug leads you step by step through the process of successfully identifying your find. Covering gilled and non-gilled species, Chanterelles, Boletes, Amanitas, Agaricus, Psilocybe, and many, many more—and including descriptions of lookalikes and similar species—Mushrooms of Cascadia presents 3,000 species of mushrooms commonly found in the Pacific Northwest, with nearly 1,100 clarifying full-color photographs. With this invaluable guide, even beginner foragers can learn how to distinguish an edible (non-poisonous) series from a poisonous one. Whether you’re seeking hallucinogenic or medicinal varieties, or hunting mushrooms for dyeing fabric or making tonight’s dinner, this exceptionally useful guide will teach you how to quickly recognize what you find in the forest.
Author : Michael Beug
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 24,28 MB
Release : 2024-09-24
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1984863479
An illustrated key to identifying the mushrooms of the Cascadian bioregion, stretching from coastal Alaska to central California and Idaho, featuring nearly 1,100 full-color photographs and more than 3,000 species. In this unique and comprehensive field guide, mycologist Dr. Michael Beug helps mushroom hunters of all levels navigate an often bewildering array of species by clearly identifying features that separate one cluster from another. By answering simple questions (Does the mushroom have gills? Are there upward pointing tips like coral? Is the underside smooth or veined?) and consulting the carefully chosen, full-color photos, Dr. Beug leads you step by step through the process of successfully identifying your find. Covering gilled and non-gilled species, Chanterelles, Boletes, Amanitas, Agaricus, Psilocybe, and many, many more—and including descriptions of lookalikes and similar species—Mushrooms of Cascadia presents 3,000 species of mushrooms commonly found in the Pacific Northwest, with nearly 1,100 clarifying full-color photographs. With this invaluable guide, even beginner foragers can learn how to distinguish an edible (non-poisonous) series from a poisonous one. Whether you’re seeking hallucinogenic or medicinal varieties, or hunting mushrooms for dyeing fabric or making tonight’s dinner, this exceptionally useful guide will teach you how to quickly recognize what you find in the forest.
Author : Jamie Siebrase
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 21,83 MB
Release : 2022-09-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1493063480
The skeptic’s guide to everything you thought you knew about life outside. Mysteries, misunderstandings, mistakes and unapologetic myths lurk in every corner of the great outdoors Is “earthquake weather” a real phenomenon? Just how dangerous are wild mushrooms? Can animals smell fear? And is moss even remotely useful for navigating through the wilderness? Mythbusting the Great Outdoors tackles a wide range of common misconceptions plaguing the world of outdoor adventure, using science to debunk beliefs even longtime nature lovers might erroneously take as fact. Do you know… why they say people lose half their body heat through their heads? how to build and extinguish a campfire according to Leave No Trace guidelines? what tools will you need to successfully navigate at night with the North Star?
Author : Dr. Mike Amaranthus
Publisher : Gatekeeper Press
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 24,69 MB
Release : 2023-03-15
Category : Nature
ISBN : 1662931050
Are you skeptical of your ability to distinguish a delicious mushroom from a deadly one? Do you want to find, process, and prepare wild mushrooms for food and medicine? Fry, Thrive, or Die features fifty common, delicious, hallucinogenic, medicinal, and poisonous mushrooms of the Western United States. The guide prepares readers to hunt and serve wild mushrooms, as well as delight the reader with stories, history, possibilities, recipes, and more. A pocket-sized field guide to the most prominent and distinctive wild mushrooms in the Western United States, from the Pacific Coast to the Rocky Mountains, and from the Southwest deserts to the Olympic Peninsula rainforests. Each species is identified with a detailed color picture, distinct features, as well as information on habitat, fruiting timing, edibility, creative uses, and dangerous look-alikes. Mushrooms attract a distinct audience. There are wild mushrooms that make a splendid meal, can improve your health, potentially save your life, or end your life. This guide is suitable for both beginning foragers as well as experienced mushroom maniacs who seek new information on mushroom medicines, toxins, hallucinogens, innovative applications, and edibility. Happy hunting and fry and thrive!
Author : Daniel Winkler
Publisher : Mountaineers Books
Page : 459 pages
File Size : 15,57 MB
Release : 2022-10-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 1680515314
"This is a must-have book for mushroom hunters in the Pacific Northwest."― North American Mycological Association Key characteristics for each species to aid in identification Full-color photographs depicting each featured species Includes recipes for simple backcountry fare to elaborate dishes With details for harvesting everything from the ever-popular golden chanterelles to the red-cracked bolete, Fruits of the Forest will appeal to both the novice and the avid mushroom hunter. Lifelong mushroom educator and expert Daniel Winkler presents 170+ edible wild mushrooms that flourish across our region, from Northern California to British Columbia. Comprehensive yet accessible and full of personality, this full-color field guide features habitat and seasonality, how to store and prep different varieties, tips for differentiating look-alike species, and much more. Not only does Winkler have vast experience finding, identifying, and collecting mushrooms, he has also spent decades preparing various species in all sorts of meals. He presents a few dozen recipes, ranging from Chanterelles in Cream Sauce to Bold Bolete Quiche, Breaded Saffron Milkcaps to Candy Cap Butter Cookies. Winkler shares notes on mushroom culture around the world, tips on foraging, ideas for preserving mushrooms, and suggestions for medicinal teas and extracts. With Fruits of the Forest in hand, a delicious world of fungi tastes awaits!
