How Gathering Wild Foods Builds Stronger Communities In a time when many people feel increasingly disconnected from nature, from their neighbors, and even from their food, an old human practice is quietly making a comeback: foraging. A 2014 study by…
Here we are, preparing for another season of mushroom collection in Minnesota. Like you, I am ready to get into the woods and start finding my favorite mushrooms and making new discoveries. However, I have identified a problem. I’m sort…
In September of 2024, Gretchen and I visited Japan, a big vacation. As part of that trip, we met a group of Japanese mycologists in the woods. I reported on this trip in the January 2025 monthly meeting of the…
A Message from the MMS President Update on the Legislative Sustainable Foraging Task Force Thank you to everyone who helped advocate for the creation of the Legislative Sustainable Foraging Task Force. Your outreach to legislators was instrumental in getting it…
Start by identifying your elected officials. You can find your state legislators by visiting the Minnesota State Legislature’s website. Enter your address to locate your State Senator and Representative. Then choose your method of contact...
Morel mushrooms are a prized delicacy coveted by chefs, foragers, and food enthusiasts alike. But beyond their gastronomic appeal lies a captivating journey into the heart of nature, where intrepid explorers embark on a quest to uncover these hidden treasures.
