Introduction to Harvesting

Introduction to Fungi Identification & Harvesting

“Nothing more than mushroom identification develops the powers of observation.” — John Cage, INDETERMINACY

The Table of Contents (Click on the topics below)

How to Look at Fungi
- Introduction
- Spore Color
- Gill Attachment
- The Veil
- Stem Characters
- Other Characters
Getting Started
Learning More
Avoiding Mistakes

Wisconsin Mycological Society (WMS) is dedicated to the study and enjoyment of mushrooms and other fungi throughout the state of Wisconsin. Education, safety, sustainability, community, and connecting with nature are our goals. We are affiliated with NAMA, along with our 2 other Wisconsin Clubs, the Madison Mycological Society and the Northwestern Wisconsin MycoEnthusiasts.

We do not ID mushrooms through this website.
If you are in need of an ID consider uploading quality photos and descriptions of your find to Mushroom Observer or iNaturalist including our projects or post in Wild Food Wisconsin or Mushroom Identification Group.

If You Suspect a Poisoning
If you suspect you have consumed a poisonous mushroom, contact a physician, the closest hospital ER, poison control center, or dial 911, depending on the severity of the reaction.
US Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222
The North American Mycological Association (NAMA) has information that may also be of help. Click here.

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