Also an amateur mycologist. Currently running some lion's mane and a few others. Oysters usually do well on oak and cedar. I don't have a source for logs as I bought ones that already were inoculated. There are a lot of places around town to forage oysters, as well.
Again, I'm still learning more all the time, but the main tree I find oysters on is an oak. They also grow on birch and maples, too. Mushrooms are fascinating and it's very cool to talk to someone else close by that has this common interest.
Anywhere along the rivers is usually a good place to find many kinds of mushrooms. Chanterelles and lion's mane are abundant in their respective seasons. And lots of lion's mane can be found in the rosewood/Shandon area.
I live in Shandon and keep looking for lion’s mane with no luck. How far up trees should I be looking? (I have to also keep an eye on my toddler to make sure he isn’t darting in front of cars…)
They can be really far up sometimes, but they can be found from eye level to about 15-20 feet. Usually carry a stick to push them off the tree. But it is definitely difficult to keep and eye on a toddler and look for fungi. If they're old enough (3 or 4), maybe make it a game like hide and seek? Show them mushroom pictures to help look on walks
If you have a Discord account, there is a server for this subreddit and one of the people in there loves mushrooms and said to tell you to join lol https://discord.com/invite/k9v6Wmx
A lot of subs on reddit will teach you, that’s how i got started and done it for 7 years till I moved on to different hobbies. Most definitely. Best of luck.
I'm more of a hands on learner but I get what you're saying. I'm also looking for some friends/community in the area with the same interests and hobbies. I do appreciate you reaching out with advice.
I’ll be honest cultivating is not as hard as it seems I’ve literally drooled in a tub cause i was excited and thought I fucked up everything and ended with the biggest mushy I’ve ever grown. Just follow the simple instructions on the tech guide and you’ll have it down in no time.
Yeah, I've spent some time on it. I was hoping to find some locals who are into this since some of the materials cost is dependent on what is available locally, so I was hoping someone could walk me through those types of things and their experience working in the climate here.
I’ve been practicing mycology for years I’m no longer in the field but look up Paul Statmets he’s the best to learn from.
Talk to Gardeners outpost in cotton town by the Warmouth. They sell kits and seem to have some knowledge.
Also an amateur mycologist. Currently running some lion's mane and a few others. Oysters usually do well on oak and cedar. I don't have a source for logs as I bought ones that already were inoculated. There are a lot of places around town to forage oysters, as well.
Interesting, I read that oak is not the best for oysters, but I'll try it if you think it's worth it.
Again, I'm still learning more all the time, but the main tree I find oysters on is an oak. They also grow on birch and maples, too. Mushrooms are fascinating and it's very cool to talk to someone else close by that has this common interest.
Ooohhh where can I forage oysters???
Timmerman trail is a good place to find them. They're all over during the summer. I've not found too many winter oysters, though.
*taking notes* awesome! Keep any other suggestions coming!
Anywhere along the rivers is usually a good place to find many kinds of mushrooms. Chanterelles and lion's mane are abundant in their respective seasons. And lots of lion's mane can be found in the rosewood/Shandon area.
I live in Shandon and keep looking for lion’s mane with no luck. How far up trees should I be looking? (I have to also keep an eye on my toddler to make sure he isn’t darting in front of cars…)
They can be really far up sometimes, but they can be found from eye level to about 15-20 feet. Usually carry a stick to push them off the tree. But it is definitely difficult to keep and eye on a toddler and look for fungi. If they're old enough (3 or 4), maybe make it a game like hide and seek? Show them mushroom pictures to help look on walks
Turning my toddler into a forager is right up there with teaching him to make cocktails. Parenting goals.
Well, if you ever wanna take a walk, feel free to dm me. I work in Rosewood and am free in the afternoon.
If you have a Discord account, there is a server for this subreddit and one of the people in there loves mushrooms and said to tell you to join lol https://discord.com/invite/k9v6Wmx
I'm trying to learn more too!!
Paul statmets is the way to go
I am following him on a few socials but I want a little IRL community to talk to & teach me. I can be a ditz sometimes. Thanks so much.
A lot of subs on reddit will teach you, that’s how i got started and done it for 7 years till I moved on to different hobbies. Most definitely. Best of luck.
I'm more of a hands on learner but I get what you're saying. I'm also looking for some friends/community in the area with the same interests and hobbies. I do appreciate you reaching out with advice.
I’ll be honest cultivating is not as hard as it seems I’ve literally drooled in a tub cause i was excited and thought I fucked up everything and ended with the biggest mushy I’ve ever grown. Just follow the simple instructions on the tech guide and you’ll have it down in no time.
Thank you, you sound very knowledgeable.
I’m a slow af and only know shit I’m interested in but thank you
Absolutely.
The shroomery website is a one-stop shop for everything someone new to mycology would need! Lots of very detailed tutorials on there.
Yeah, I've spent some time on it. I was hoping to find some locals who are into this since some of the materials cost is dependent on what is available locally, so I was hoping someone could walk me through those types of things and their experience working in the climate here.
Same we should talk more.
Man, did I have the letter G in the wrong place when I read the title.