Morel Mushroom Advice You've Heard But Probably Need To Hear Again

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[@trucid2]

The morel of the story is that persistence pays off.

[@fakeaccount9695]

😂😂😂

[@kevinbown424]

That's good 👍

[@SequoiaRaven]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 lol

[@abelitsos]

lol

[@carmenryan1453]

Good one.😂😂😂

[@irishk.1041]

You have a truly wonderful spirit. To ENJOY the small things in life is priceless. The warmth of sun, a gentle breeze, water rippling, birds singing, even bees humming etc. etc. These are life's natural gifts that money can NOT buy. How anyone can walk in the forest and NOT come out with something is BEYOND me. Good video!!!

[@christopher3963]

That’s what drive me nuts about people who litter along nature trails, how can you appreciate something and deface it at the same time.

[@ProctorsGamble]

Those people don’t know how to turn off the negative dialogue in their heads

[@sophiachao1933]

A naturalist also a philosopher. What a great young person!

[@MrFester63]

Searching for shrooms, plants, wildlife, etc. is a great excuse to go out into nature! So is just doing nothing but enjoying the outdoors/wilderness. At 61 (and a life long nature lover), I still wish to learn more. Never stop exploring, never stop learning! Thanks Adam! You're awesome!!

[@jenni2422]

Any day in the woods is a successful day in the woods! 🎯🌳

[@urankjj]

May the Forest be with you.

[@stanleyschafer4232]

Thank you Adam for that gentle reminder, enjoy what's going on around you. Thanks fur sharing your videos with us. 🇺🇸

[@Shroomer47]

Couldn’t agree more. Ever since I started botanizing I find myself admiring the flora just as much as the Mushrooms while I’m out enjoying the outdoors. I get just as excited about a rare plant find as I do a great mushroom harvest. There is more to the outdoors, and life, than just getting what we want.

[@jdy5556]

'Wander around the woods until you stumble on them' was my 'go-to' for most of my life. It worked just fine! BUT, having an idea of where to start can be a big help. Thanks for the advice.

[@crowznest438]

That last shot of you is me out in the woods lol. I grew up in the woods but got old. I still try though.

[@ForgetU]

Best time ever watching with my son and 4 year old grandson catch some mushrooms. I remember finding them with both my children when they were that old 25 years ago. Now is the time to get in the woods...

[@Alexanders_giardino]

This video made me go for a walk in the woods today it’s still a little too cool for the morels.but I found some ramps and oyster mushroom it just made me appreciate nature even more. Keep up the amazing work!

[@bridgetveralidaine3761]

I had been lucky and spoiled. Stumbled upon an abundance of morels in a neighbour's yard that they were gracious enough to let me harvest. Every morning for a week or two, i would nearly fill a gallon bag. The property sold and instead of mulching leaves and grass when mowing (as had been done for a decade), the soil was stripped with leaf blowers. Not a single morel this year. Something I've also noticed in my area (southern New England) is the proliferation of choke cherry/glossy buckthorn and a pervasiveness of black knot fungus killing the black cherry trees and birch, which may possibly be contributing to smaller yields of morels. Not certain if there is correlation, but just an observation.

[@deborahhernandez7785]

I can relate to your disappointment. I harvested wild black raspberries every year, for 20 years, alongside the parking lot at the place I work. Then, 4 years ago a new "boss" came in and decided the "weeds" needed to go! I heard the rumor that weed-killer was going to be sprayed on "my" berry vines so I posted "Do Not Spray" signs in that area. Those vines were saved that year. Unfortunately, the next year they sprayed and killed them all! 😢

[@TruthFrequencyNews]

Good one, Adam. Found morels the first time, while going to the mailbox. Walked that same trek for 6 years and this is the first time they showed up. Ate well and taught a toddler how to find and prepare them.

[@ammon4712]

Hello! I've been a beginner mushroom enthusiast for just over a year now, and this year I decided to try my luck hunting for morels! I've gone twice so far, and have learned so much from each trip, even though I haven't found any yet. The timing and content of this video couldn't have been more encouraging. I had a similar "stumbling into mushrooms" experience with chanterelles last summer, and that experience helped me gain the motivation to learn more about edible mushrooms. Thanks for mentioning to avoid ridge tops. I had the soil right, but it was on the top of a huge ridge.

[@kevinbown424]

Thanks Buddy...I never miss an episode...keep posting. You are the best. 🍄

[@gayeofPA]

Enjoyed this video and had lots of laughs, Adam! Today I didn't find morels, but found sooo many wildflowers, fiddleheads, etc. etc. that had not been in my woods even just 2 days ago. Every day brings something new.

[@deborahhernandez7785]

💚💚💚

[@nora-_-]

I'VE found them under old pine trees also

[@jenntek.101]

Nora. That's my sister's name too. Nice.

[@codmpink]

Yeah just found 3 grays under mine.

[@TheBearGrylz]

What a necessary video. I’ve spent years hunting morels. I still have no honey holes. Just scattered spots, where there’s never more than five or six. Just appreciate being out. Enjoy the hunt. Much love guys.

[@christinebuckley451]

So resonated with you years ago at Whole Foods when we met! Love you so much, brother! You are a gift to this realm! Hugs ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ ❤

[@willymags123]

I found my first morels yesterday and we ate them. You are so right I was like I found morels this is so exciting but some people act like it is a form of enlightenment lol you are so right Adam thank you so much for your great teachings we love you so much❤❤❤

[@jonstolarski]

this is exactly like the advice for finding a girlfriend. This is basically good life advice for any situation I think. Well done, mushroom man, well done. I laughed at the outtake too. Amazing cinematographer here actually one of the most underrated. Thanks for the quality content.

[@deborahhernandez7785]

Good point! 😊

Thanks for reminding me to get out there and start enjoying the woods.

[@willbeez60]

Where I look for morels, one indicator is that they usually appear when the blackflies come out. Your powers of observation need to be really keen to spot morels blending in with the leaf litter through a bug mesh and clouds of tiny, voracious critters. Lol. Makes it that much sweeter when you find them!

[@chrisquinn394]

Great advice. Timing is important because the season is only about 3 weeks. I believe the start of the season is better because they are fresh but may be on the smaller size. They tend to get bigger as the season progresses, but so does the vegetation they are hiding in plus they may not be as fresh and not worth picking. Another spot I find them is where houses are being build in the forest or woods. The ground gets bulldozed and for some reason when this happens I find them at the edge of the dirt next to the undisturbed forest floor but only the first year after the dirt work. I used to pick all I could find but these days I'm satisfied with a meal or two then I'm done looking. After Mushroom season it's fishing then back in the woods in the fall for hunting. Always something fun to do outside anytime of the year.

[@tmoore4947]

Love this guy. So down to earth. Wish there were more people like him around. Thank you for the videos!

[@TheForagingFamily]

This was so helpful and when you said “morels aren’t the most important thing in the world” had me rolling cause I was putting all my self-worth in finding those mushrooms! 😮 😅😅

[@uprebel5150]

Last spring in the eastern Upper Peninsula of Michigan we really didn't receive much rain through the end of May. We don't have many of the trees that you listed due to logging in the late 1800s. However, most of the trees are pines and birch. Plus, the soil is primarily sandy. However, the guy I bought my house from 7 years ago told me that he has found morels in the past. Any advice? But, I am finding functional mushrooms, especially turkey tail and oyster mushrooms.

[@nora-_-]

I found them under older pines before so don't give up

[@jwang20111]

Cooking oyster mushrooms with meat such as pork or beef is delicious

[@femalehuckleberryfinn2478]

Wonderful mushrooms I've found. My tip, throw on the waiters and hit the cross UP tail system i forgot what is called. You will run through much mash to keep hitting high land so be prepared. The sub set snowmobile trails deviating are less traveled and rich in fetal ferns.i seek the ferns when eyeballing which sub trail to scout up there. Last tip in fall remember where you spot the Chanterelles and come back to visit these grassy areas/ meadows. Happy hunting this year my friend

[@kevgermany]

Many words of wisdom. Found my first morel while I was delivering papers. No, I wasn't searching. Very pleasant surprise.

[@SteveSerrano65]

As Matthew McConaughey would say..." alright alright alright" Good video, bro.

[@MichelleTech]

Thank you for the perspective, it's good to remember your words and not get frustrated, a day in the woods is still better than a day in the office!

[@botanicalbecca8443]

Always look forward to seeing you post a video. Morels sure are a special gift when we find them! ❤ Tasty, nutrient dense, beautiful, and a treasure hunt to find. Happy foraging!

[@botanicalbecca8443]

Ours are in our lawn around a dying Black Walnut.

[@botanicalbecca8443]

In our area, I tend to find Dryads saddle growing near cleavers & garlic mustard. All gifts! ❤

[@theresaschettinemcintyre141]

❤

[@goddess6519]

Wonderful video! I appreciate your sense of humor; thank you for the tough love and making me laugh. And yes: I do learn something every time I watch one of your videos. Keep it up!

[@Mrs.Patriot]

Great reminder to stay open to receiving what we're given.

[@RuthDChin]

Nature gives us so many rewards. Every time I'm outside and I see something new or surprising I get a little jolt of joy -- I wouldn't have that moment of wonder if I hadn't gone out to set what there is to see. There's lots of rewards even if you don't find morels. (Totally still gonna look though!)

[@MrFurious176]

Learning to not look for something specific greatly improved my experiences out in the woods and made it so much more rewarding. I just go out a see what I see and learn what I learn. I enjoy seeing the animals and spotting plants I've never found before. I'm one of those people that have never found wild morels, but found them growing in my yard next to my poplar 1 year. It's ok though. I've found so many other mushrooms and have a blast teaching my kids about nature and getting them excited when they go with me.

[@pyralux01]

Bloopers are icing on the cake.....great video....thanks....

[@theunclejesusshow8260]

Haha Yeah 🌠 🤣 😎 👍

[@johnsparks007]

That's what happens when you step on a slippery elm😂

[@groovehog1]

It cannot be overstated that boots on the ground will help you find morels. The more miles you’re able to hike thru likely areas, the better. Couple points in regard to scouting - I’ve learned it’s key to pre-scout potential areas before the season starts. In doing so, I’m able to devote all my efforts to hunting morels during the peak time instead of hunting trees and areas that hopefully hold morels (I logged just under 20 miles scouting this week!). Secondly, never stop looking for new spots. More often than not, places “dry up” after a couple years as the associated tree(s) completely die. I consider it a bonus to find those areas that produce every year without fail, and I believe they are the exception, not the norm. Happy hunting!

[@MynewTennesseeHome]

I moved 6 yrs ago to the S. Cumberland Plateau TN at 2000' ft elevation from S. Central IN where morels are plentiful. I look here every year and haven't found any morels. I'm told they grow futher down the mountain and into the valleys, so like you said I find all kinds of other things, like... Chanterelles, miitake, field buttons, wood ear, etc. I miss morels but I'm not willing to drive far enough to find them.

[@fredbarribeau339]

Thanks for the perspective, I needed that. We aren’t in a great area but they are here. On a positive note note finding Morels has made us learn about several other great mushrooms. We have a lot of Aspen Oysters which are easy to find and have a great flavor this time of year.

[@mudpiemudpie785]

I love your videos. Thank you so much.

[@williamdenton-qd3sn]

YOu got it here in NE Illinois they usually are found associated with oaks especially bottom land swamp white and pin oaks. In our southwest cook county they are common right now and this a really wet year they are all over again on slopes leading to the creeks and sloughs.Mid April to mid May is our mushroom time. I was born on May 5 and that's why my nick name is Fungus. l.o.l. That was a great video Adam you are a younger version of myself.Thanks.

[@Aricbetchtel2938]

1:46 pileated woodpecker...beautiful

[@Pwrcritter]

Observant u are..

[@KWillyzz1]

I noticed it too

[@luvfunstuff2]

Western Georgia here, I have pileated woodpeckers nesting around my home - I LOVE hearing & seeing them. Unfortunately the big dead tree they nested in every year in my back yard broke a couple years ago so now I only see glimpses of them in the area. So amazing & large! 💗

[@Vbluevital]

Tread Lightly, Thank You Adam

[@ScarletRebel96]

This channel really got me into mushroom hunting

[@SequoiaRaven]

Nor only is he knowledgeable, but he's magically awesome

[@randywehrs]

Great message! Reminds me of this quote from a great movie, "Now, a few words on looking for things. When you go looking for something specific, your chances of finding it are very bad. Because of all the things in the world, you're only looking for one of them. When you go looking for anything at all, your chances of finding it are very good. Because of all the things in the world, you're sure to find some of them." -Daryl Zero, Zero Effect (film, 1998)

[@Indianalady2007]

Good morning tubers. I found my first morels a few weeks ago. I wish i could find a black cherry tree. I am trying to get back to foraging. Its difficult to motivate myself to get out without my love. I lost my forever love in January, three weeks prior to my birthday. He was killed by police here in Kentucky😭💔🙏

[@deborahhernandez7785]

Sorry for your loss. 😢 Spending time in God's presense (in nature) is very healing. God bless you.🙏

[@Indianalady2007]

@@deborahhernandez7785 thank you Debra for the kind words. Nature is healing. I just miss him so much. 💔😢

[@markjones5561]

I'm inspired. I'm goin' Squatching!

[@nora-_-]

😂😂

[@FunghiJacob]

Figurines of morels help train your eyes to the form you're looking for. Just don't drop it! Share more poetry! ❤🌳🌲🍄🌲🌳❤

[@harrysabourin1216]

Thanks for the reminder that we should learn and observe the ways of the woods. I always enjoy the way you educate and motivate. Take no more than half and the morels will last forever.

[@paavoviuhko7250]

Thanks for this video. When I lived in southern Ontario I stumbled into a morel mecca with the property we purchased and I never had a spring when I didn't find morels. Thankfully I would always distribute a couple to the ground as a gesture of thanks. But I moved to northern Ontario and morels have become difficult to find but I can't complain because now I have an autumn wealth of chanterelles and king boletes and hedgehogs. Of course you are right. It's not about the taking but rather about the wealth in the refulgent silence of the woodlands.

[@mymorelmaddness83]

You're so polite.That's why I love this channel.And that was me yesterday.I fell down two times one forward and one backward yup

[@prof.badfellow9868]

Finding morels actually can bring enlightenment. It can also pay the bills. Good spirited video

[@paddenstoelenman2964]

Thank you Adam, your advice helped me to find my first morel. It was a little too old to consume but just finding one unexpectedly not near any Elm tree whatsoever was a joy 😊!

[@conniedowner9077]

Great information and the pictures were a great help. Thank you.

[@ProsperityTao]

Any day in the field, is a great day! I go to see what I can see. Of course I'm looking for something specific, but I always find something. Even if it's just the peace that being immersed in nature provides.

[@danknapp4787]

Very good advice. Humanity needs more people like you.

[@nora-_-]

Adam, good to see ya buddy 😊

[@miriamben-yaacov5577]

Adam, I'm an old lady, but I learn so much from you. Thank You.

[@sapelesteve]

Great video & excellent advice Adam! 👍👍🍄🍄

[@seanhenderson7836]

Man, love watching your videos. Given me so much knowledge with other things you have posted for research. Thank you.

[@shadodragonette]

Another edible plant is dandelion. The whole plant is edible, but I don't know about the flower after it goes to seed. They tend to be bitter, so mix them other greens or blanch them and add a little salt. If you live in an area that gets sprayed for pests, wash and cook them well. They aren't my favorite food, but they do bulk out a meal.

[@colleenavery232]

Actually was going to watch your previous on morels but this timing is perfect! Eastern PA heading out on a hunt so thanks a million for this refresher!

[@wildforager1472]

1st to like You the Man Adam thank you for the info 🍄💙

[@carolynkid216]

I've harvested ramps twice this season already...here in central PA. They get dried, frozen, and I'm planning on making Ramp Pesto with my next harvest. Delicious!! Great video...thanks so much. No morels yet, but the hunt continues :>). God bless.

[@CherylAnderson327]

Thank you for the info.

[@jeffdederich631]

Hi Adam, I've always liked your videos. This one was educational, and very fun to watch! Guess I'd better get out there. Thanks!

[@ildiko1vt]

Very wisely said Adam. Thank you for another excellent recap about morels. Looking forward to the coming mushroom season here in central VT! Our ramps are definitely up.

[@Ramhanks]

The "ambiance" from the bird calls are "spot on".

[@imawake9369]

You don't want to find a "Big Foot" or Sasquatch cause you'll end up on Missing 411, but Morels you can survive as long as you cook them.

[@deborahhernandez7785]

😅

[@ShouldaWoulda]

I live in northern Indiana and I often find morels near redbud trees

[@Eddie-sy9nq]

Excellent Adam thanks

[@lisalaser3698]

Love this. I watched your channel when I lived in PA and I still watch ya from the PNW. Nice synthesis of info, great vid!

[@toninoble3836]

Love your videos and all the advice from knowing the land our existence in this world thank you🥰🌿

[@bill3288]

Excellent! Thank you so much!

[@jdz9115]

many thanks. i really appreciate your tutorials.

[@Lonnloven]

As always, a good perspective to have! I enjoy my walks through the forrest even during seasons where I don't find anything. It's the best remedy for stress imo.

[@hazel555]

Yesterday I was mowing the lawn on my acre country property and did, indeed, stumble on morels growing on the nw side of my yard under the elderberries. I have never looked for, nor eaten any wild mushroom; I positively identified them, only picked one so they would continue to propagate, and fried it in butter with salt; it was delicious.

[@matthewh117]

Love your perspective on life Adam, wonderful video!

[@evacrawford2973]

Thanks, I really needed to hear your wise advice, a dose of being realistic and less crazed about finding morels! Had to chuckle because I did enjoy my woodsy walk w/o finding any today, saw others fungi, even a false morel! 🤪🍄

[@UncleJeep63willys]

Thanks Adam. I learned so much from your course a couple years ago. Since then, Black trumpets, Golden Milky, Chanterelle, Cinnabar to, Yellow Foot Bolete, Bi-color Bolete, Chicken of the Woods, Oyster, Dryad, and Morel. Your course gave me the knowledge and the confidence to get out there and do it ^^ to find all those. Yes I followed your advice, got a couple of good books, and some online forums to ask others. small portions when eating the first time, funny Oysters and me don't go well, (must be all those dark Beers), but all the others are great! Thank you Adam !

[@designknob]

The people that show finding 100's of morels fail to show the hours spent trekking through the woods, and even the days and hours spent finding nothing. I would be interested to know what the total hours spent looking to quantity of morels found. Editing a video showing only finding the honey hole with no disclaimer of the time spent getting there is slightly disingenuous, or at least the viewer should be well aware of this. Thanks Adam for your videos and help through the years.

[@LisaG-fu9zp]

I'm getting ready to go out now, I'm going to watch this first. We have grey as the early then yellow which I've already found both so yummy and so enjoyable hunting. Thanks for the video.

[@gigistrus490]

You'll go down in history like other great educators.....Sagan, Grasse-Tyson and many others.

[@BMazeing]

Except unlike those two, Adam isn't an insufferable ass

[@chrisquinn394]

Lol

[@GoldenLife-uq2ms]

Agreed haven't found one yet but being in nature regardless is PRICELESS! You're the best!

[@pats9055]

Thank you. Love your videos. Always learn something!

[@paulkopacz5051]

I live in southern middle Tennessee and I first found Morels when my wife and I moved here. Looked for them my whole adult life in and around Chicago (forest preserves) but never found any. I have all of the trees mentioned in this video but haven't found them near them. I find them behind my shed and on the deer trails on my land. Last year was bad for Morels and I only found two. This year has been much better and so for I found 15 black Morels and I'm hoping to find a good number of yellows. Good Hunting!

[@amocorn]

I watched the video, thought about where I knew of a flood plain, went there and came home with a small bag of morels. Thanks for the advice

[@LearnYourLand]

Excellent, congrats!

[@jimcouch2348]

As always, great, insightful and useful information. I obviously need to expand my search beyond elms.

[@vickiesaewert5552]

So encouraging, thank you!

[@zachcarney3910]

Thanks for the recap! My grandmother taught me about morels many years ago. She no longer has a secret spot but I do! Planning on taking her out picking this coming weekend or the next if we don't get rain tonight or tomorrow.

[@PoconoMimi]

That’s awesome! Enjoy these moments with your grandmother! Hope she has a blast!

[@deborahhernandez7785]

❤

[@zachcarney3910]

@@PoconoMimi I was expecting more but my secret spot definitely made for a good day to remember. She went in a totally different direction than me and I honestly thought that was crazy. I did win our little "find the most" contest 19 to 17 but I never would have imagined going the over where she did. Guess what. I will next year and remember why!

[@ACuriousWonderfulNature]

Love this video! Learning what's in your environment is enjoyable and rewarding by itself. Finding a choice edible mushroom, just icing on the cake.

[@bsidesjess]

I’ve been a huge fan of yours for years Adam, And this is a great reminder and overall great advice for foragers in the springtime. Thank you again for more helpful tips.

[@jeannelocke8852]

Always fun to spend time with you Adam.

[@rainagamingmagex2195]

Thank you very much your videos are always very informative

[@tomichelled]

I have just found your channel. I was looking about information about garlic mustard. And then I clicked on your channel and saw the video about morels. I found a morel at my house in the rocky area coming out next to my garage facing the south. The cap was 4" when I came upon it. Lol. The reason I love this video is how subtly you tell people how they are such idiots because they don't pay attention and listen to the information you're sharing in your videos.. I love it. I am a fan and I cannot wait to watch more of your videos... Michelle from Chicago

[@JohnOnEdge]

because of your vids and looking for morels, I've learned about tulip poplars, mayapple, bear corn, and so much more! thanks for the blooper, too :P

[@alana8567]

Oh my dog, that blooper was precious. Thank you for including it.

[@onegrainofsand]

This is exactly what I needed. The morel fever has totally overtaken me, all I think about is morel spots, I swerve while I'm driving looking at big elms, I see the elms when I close my eyes. I have had morel dreams the past consecutive ten nights. Need to find a mondo flush.... Please J-man

[@thallifoods]

Legendary work, man. Your videos are always hugely inspiring. Hilarious ending/outtake also!

[@isaacjamesbaker]

The part about not overvaluing morels was great! Love your videos