sdubuisson Posted June 17, 2018 Report Share Posted June 17, 2018 Hey there, My name is Samantha, And I'm interested in fine tuning my mushroom foraging abilities. I have a pretty decent knowledge of wild flora around Southern LA and edible plants, but I really want to become more confident with mushroom species. I know we have chicken of the woods, oysters, sometimes black trumpets, wood ears, and chantrelles around here. I have been IDing them casually for about 2 years but have never consumed any. I wanted to see if any people would be interested in sharing their foraging ideas and introducing me to wild areas in Louisiana. All i know of is start parks where foraging is illegal, and that bums me out-natural areas shouod be a respected resource for all (though i certanly understand why rules are in place). Being a city girl, it's hard for me to determine what is private area and it seems that most nature around our cities are. I've had a lot of luck finding different plant and mushrooms in Clark creek natural area in Mississippi, but that's 2 hours away from me. Not looking to steal anyone's spots, but I would love to have someone willing to show me the ins and outs of country areas in our beautiful state. Willing to compensate as well for your time and effort a friendly hello to everyone! Samantha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CajunShroomer3578 Posted June 18, 2018 Report Share Posted June 18, 2018 Welcome!! Nice to see fellow Louisianaians enjoying what our great state has to offer. Maybe if we’re able to get a sitter me and my better half could take you on a foray. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marte Posted July 22, 2018 Report Share Posted July 22, 2018 I live on 12 acres, shared with 2 other homes, one with a couple & one with a single gentleman. The property has some wooded areas, a small pond, assorted fruit trees, flowering bushes, etc., and a good deal of mostly cleared Area with trees here and there. I have no idea if this is a likely scenario for foraging or not. What I do know is that those of us who live here do not forage, and would not mind a guest doing so. I am a senior citizen and not really in hiking shape. But I would be open to having up to a couplethree folks come out and look around and see if there are things that I would be happy to share that are just going to waste. I enjoy experimenting with ingredients when cooking. If this property is not suitable, I also have a fair amount of childcare experience and would happily babysit in exchange for wild edibles! I just saw a photo of the most immense morels I’ve ever seen, gathered somewhere in the area of my hometown of Moline Illinois. Do they grow here??? It’s been decades, but I still remember well their wonderful flavor. marte Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sdubuisson Posted September 6, 2018 Author Report Share Posted September 6, 2018 On 6/17/2018 at 10:11 PM, CajunShroomer3578 said: Welcome!! Nice to see fellow Louisianaians enjoying what our great state has to offer. Maybe if we’re able to get a sitter me and my better half could take you on a foray. Hey there, sorry for such a late response! I would love to get together, and I dont mind kids joining along unless it is a hassle for you! Is there a way to message you directly on these forums? On 7/22/2018 at 12:46 AM, Marte said: I live on 12 acres, shared with 2 other homes, one with a couple & one with a single gentleman. The property has some wooded areas, a small pond, assorted fruit trees, flowering bushes, etc., and a good deal of mostly cleared Area with trees here and there. I have no idea if this is a likely scenario for foraging or not. What I do know is that those of us who live here do not forage, and would not mind a guest doing so. I am a senior citizen and not really in hiking shape. But I would be open to having up to a couplethree folks come out and look around and see if there are things that I would be happy to share that are just going to waste. I enjoy experimenting with ingredients when cooking. If this property is not suitable, I also have a fair amount of childcare experience and would happily babysit in exchange for wild edibles! I just saw a photo of the most immense morels I’ve ever seen, gathered somewhere in the area of my hometown of Moline Illinois. Do they grow here??? It’s been decades, but I still remember well their wonderful flavor. marte Hey there Marte, That sounds like it could be an area for foraging! If i was confident with my ID of things, I would love to share some various plants ans mushrooms! As far as morels go, I dont believe they grow this far South, but I really have no idea. There are a few other noteworthy edibles in Louisiana, though! Samantha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CajunShroomer3578 Posted September 7, 2018 Report Share Posted September 7, 2018 On 7/22/2018 at 12:46 AM, Marte said: I live on 12 acres, shared with 2 other homes, one with a couple & one with a single gentleman. The property has some wooded areas, a small pond, assorted fruit trees, flowering bushes, etc., and a good deal of mostly cleared Area with trees here and there. I have no idea if this is a likely scenario for foraging or not. What I do know is that those of us who live here do not forage, and would not mind a guest doing so. I am a senior citizen and not really in hiking shape. But I would be open to having up to a couplethree folks come out and look around and see if there are things that I would be happy to share that are just going to waste. I enjoy experimenting with ingredients when cooking. If this property is not suitable, I also have a fair amount of childcare experience and would happily babysit in exchange for wild edibles! I just saw a photo of the most immense morels I’ve ever seen, gathered somewhere in the area of my hometown of Moline Illinois. Do they grow here??? It’s been decades, but I still remember well their wonderful flavor. marte Hey ..... also sorry for late response. What part of the state you’re in ? 48 minutes ago, sdubuisson said: Hey there, sorry for such a late response! I would love to get together, and I dont mind kids joining along unless it is a hassle for you! Is there a way to message you directly on these forums? Hey there Marte, That sounds like it could be an area for foraging! If i was confident with my ID of things, I would love to share some various plants ans mushrooms! As far as morels go, I dont believe they grow this far South, but I really have no idea. There are a few other noteworthy edibles in Louisiana, though! Samantha Oh yes !! That would be way too much right now. We have our hands full. I’m slowly introducing my 3 year old to wild edibles. She’s really interested and happy when I bring things home. Yes to messaging. In the main menu at top right there’s a little envelope to start a message Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marte Posted March 30, 2019 Report Share Posted March 30, 2019 On 9/6/2018 at 6:48 PM, sdubuisson said: Hey there, sorry for such a late response! I would love to get together, and I dont mind kids joining along unless it is a hassle for you! Is there a way to message you directly on these forums? Hey there Marte, That sounds like it could be an area for foraging! If i was confident with my ID of things, I would love to share some various plants ans mushrooms! As far as morels go, I dont believe they grow this far South, but I really have no idea. There are a few other noteworthy edibles in Louisiana, though! Samantha Samantha, I am so sorry; you must think I'm a flake, posting a long message and disappearing. I set it to notify me of replies, but apparently missed them. I was out yesterday clipping some camellias and assorted volunteer wildflowers to give to a friend, and it looks like the poison ivy is gearing up for a bumper crop this year. :( Anyway, I'm still here, the weather's great, it must be time for me to do some serious research/learning. Marte CajunShroomer, I live in a rural area not far from Covington. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haileyjayyy Posted December 5, 2019 Report Share Posted December 5, 2019 Hello!!!! My husband and I just moved to Hammond this month. We are looking for some like minded people ready to explore new territory! We are looking for some good places and friends to foray with! 504-312-8738 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CajunShroomer3578 Posted December 6, 2019 Report Share Posted December 6, 2019 Welcome aboard!! Kisatchie Forest is a great place to explore but it’s hunting season so I’d stay away until after February. Lots of oysters and lions mane to be found right now !! Happy Pickens !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carrie Posted January 31, 2020 Report Share Posted January 31, 2020 I am in New Orleans this week and would love to go mushroom hunting. I hunt in California. I'm staying in Uptown and could go during the day Mon-Wed of this coming week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James.k Posted August 16, 2020 Report Share Posted August 16, 2020 Heey.. Im way late to this post but I am super interested in learning more about wild edibles. I'm pretty solid in my survival skills but really lacking what I can forage. I live near Vernon parish. If anyone is interested hit me up. I would be glad to share my knowledge of the outdoors as well. 337 378 7546.. James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carson Barnes Posted August 26, 2020 Report Share Posted August 26, 2020 You might want to call the state parks after eyeballing the regulations. Some states specifically protect plants and animals, which mushrooms are not. Also you might have some good wild fruit, persimmons, grapes, pawpaws come to mind. I'm on the piedmont in Georgia, it's been a rainy summer, and the mushrooms have gone nuts. Not a lot of calories in them if you're trying to survive, but incredibly tasty and many species simply are not available for sale anywhere, the ones that are I couldn't possibly afford. My wife and I haven't bought mushrooms since 2007. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyv Posted September 7, 2020 Report Share Posted September 7, 2020 I’m in the Baton Rouge area, and would love to learn more about mushroom hunting! My email is andyvignes@icloud.com. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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