Mushroom hunting is fun and exciting, especially when you have an encounter like this!

We found three delicious edibles within a few feet of each other: hedgehogs (Hydnum repandum), winter chanterelles (Cantharellus tubaeformis = Craterellus tubaeformis) and pine/matsutakes (Tricholoma magnivelare).
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Nature’s abundance from intact ecosystems should not be underestimated...Not only are my culinary desires satisfied, but the endorphin rush of spontaneous discovery – the eureka moment – brings out the child-like wonder of why the mushroom hunting life is so wonderful.
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I wish that all of you share in these types of moments - especially with friends and family.
I have had many elderly people tell me that their most precious memories is mushroom hunting as a child with their family. Once you find a patch like this, these mushrooms will likely fruit over many years. Family mushroom patches are guarded secrets amongst many, in particular in Europe, Eurasia, the Far East. Latin America, North America…..ok,….I concede: Everywhere!
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Paul [Filming by Pam Kryskow, MD]
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Paul

[mi]

I cant even imagine the communication networks that exist under those trees. Amazing world underground.

[baconlicious]

I always enjoy the videos, thanks for jump starting my interest into mycology. It's insane that even in my college level biology classes the entire kingdom of fungi is glossed over.

[MerwinARTist]

Paul .. you have a kind heart .. it shines! 😊👍

[BandidoBasuro]

Without fail every time you post a video it fills me the the glee of a giddy child. I respect and love so much what you do. Thanks for not giving up on yourself, or calling it quits when the easy route was right in front of your face. Genuinely, you are changing the world. Much love, and blessed be, my brother.

[Sweetchilliheat]

My Daughter is three and a half, dident know about mushrooms until i took her for a hike last week and pointed some out, told her a bit about them, now She keeps asking to go on mushrooms hikes

[cancelforgrind]

As always, thank you for the information! Love these quick videos. Keep it up!

[the_only_bacchus]

You're a beacon of light in this dark world, Paul.

[kitsurubami]

As always, thank you for sharing Paul.

[FreshBeatles]

some ppl dont have the appreciation of these cool organisms mushrooms are interesting

[cquan]

I love sensing your excitement through the videos! It makes me excited to learn more on mushrooms!

[paultoy]

Paul, thank you so much for instructing on the picking of fit to eat mushrooms.Please continue this and maybe drop some hints about what seasonings/herbs/spices we might add to heighten delicious and healthy mushrooms even more.

[earthhumane]

Dr. Stamets is such an inspiration, and role model for following your dreams.

[cryptocrush-]

Finally rained here in Eastern Tn. Can’t wait to see what goodies pop up! Thanks, Paul!

[cdc]

Paul, you’re a legend! From one greener to another 🏕

[d]

I can’t rattle off my kids names as fast as he did those mushrooms...

[CattyMcMeow]

The forest is beyond beautiful. It's on my bucket list for sure.

[KawakebAstra]

appreciate Love 💛😎🙏but photographer not showing mushrooms .. needs slow close ups or .. walk closer.. go slower ... we all love how U both capture the bigger picture.. so beautiful .. plz a bit longer

[deltanne]

Thanks for all your amazing work Paul! You're amazing!

[bullishbryan]

That forest is so perfect it almost looks like a video game, nice fine!

[WillBrownart]

Beautiful!!! Good find brother keep it up and thanks for sharing