Wild Edible Mushrooms of Washington

This field guide covers the wild edible mushrooms of Washington State that are most suitable for novice mushroom pickers. Learn how to confidently identify mushrooms based on key characteristics and how to distinguish look-alikes. This comprehensive and lightweight guide is ideal for hikers, foragers, and other nature enthusiasts.

• over 145 full color photos of edible mushrooms
• 60 detailed species descriptions and key features of each edible mushroom
• 102 look-alike mushrooms and how to tell them apart
• Washington’s rules and regulations for personal-use harvesting
• culinary notes, including tips on preparation and preservation