Summer Mushroom Identification

**Master Minnesota’s must-know summer mushrooms—fast and safely.** • **Foraging laws & land access:** where you can (and can’t) pick in MN parks, forests, and WMAs. • **Safety first:** cooking rules, toxin-sponge cautions, and the “when in doubt, throw it out” mantra. • **Fungi fundamentals:** a visual tour of what a mushroom is and why it partners with trees. • **Species deep-dives:** side-by-side photos and checklists for chanterelle, hedgehog, yellowfoot, and black trumpet. • **Toxic & confusing look-alikes:** jack-o-lantern, false chanterelle, and more. • **Harvest, transport & storage:** basket vs. bag, field cleaning, and keeping your haul firm and fresh. • **Quick kitchen slides:** sauté, roast, or dehydrate for peak flavor. You get a downloadable slide deck packed with field photos and ID cheats—perfect to reopen on your phone right in the woods. Study at home, refresh on the trail, and forage with confidence all summer long.