Morel mushrooms are a mystery, a miracle, and a gift of the spring woods. This popular and easily-recognizable fungi remains something of a mystery to researchers and foragers alike. Where and why ...

The 66th annual Mesick Mushroom Festival takes place May 9-11, 2025, in Mesick, Michigan. Michigan's DNR provides a Mi-Morels map highlighting potential morel hotspots, often areas of previous ...

True morels are hollow with pitted caps, unlike false morels which are solid or ridged. Approximately 50 of Michigan's 2,500 mushroom species are toxic to humans. The hunt for much-loved morel ...

Fun to find and a treat to eat, it's hard to beat morel mushrooms. Morel mushroom hunting tips for a beautiful, healthy outdoor experience with family and friends is only half the enjoyment. Mushroom ...

Editor's note:This story was originally published in 2022. We are republishing with 2023 info added as morel mushroom season begins around the state. Dandelions and daffodils are in bloom, and ...