Edible Wild Mushrooms

EDIBLE WILD MUSHROOMS OF CONNECTICUT: FALL SEASON

A slideshow-lecture class (and cooking demonstration) with Ryan and Emily Bouchard, creators of The Mushroom Hunting Foundation. 

Fungi are an often-overlooked part of nature; many Connecticut residents are surprised to learn just how many local wild mushroom species are not only safe, but incredibly delicious.  Seeking them out is perhaps the best hobby on Earth, combining fascinating science, outdoor adventure, and truly amazing food experiences.  A topic like this requires professional guidance!  With their slideshow of all-local photography, Ryan and Emily will explain the science and the safety rules of mushroom hunting, and then take a closer look at some spring species they consider "safe for beginners" to identify and cook with.  It's astonishing to see the diverse colors and forms of fungi, and to learn about the crucial roles they play—whether edible or not—in the forests all around us.  The flavors of edible wild mushrooms are even more astonishing...and…