Chicken of the Woods grows on a log at Floracliff Nature Sanctuary in Lexington, Ky., Oct. 13, 2012. Here’s what to know about harvesting wild mushrooms and other plants in southwest Illinois.

A walk down the Boy Scout Camp Trail was notable for the near-absence of birds—no geese out in the big meadow, no gulls on or over the sandbars in the broad estuary, no eagles perched on stumps or ...

Mushroom hunting is a great way for families to spend time outdoors while learning about nature. With their otherworldly variety of colors and forms, mushrooms are fascinating subjects for a photo ...

When the air turns crisp and leaves blanket the forest in warm colors, fall brings mushroom season. Across America, foragers join guided tours that blend adventure, learning, and a taste of nature’s ...

Shaggy mane is available in summer and fall and is a choice mushroom for eating. Shaggy mane is distinctive and easy to recognize — growing solitary or in tight groups preferring hard ground and ...

Members of the public are invited to join docents from Yolo Basin Foundation on Saturday, Oct. 1, from 3 to 5 p.m. for a guided tour of the city of Davis wetlands to watch for fall foraging behavior.

October may bring frost, but there are still plenty of chances to keep plants happy or make something green. There are dozens of classes (virtual and in-person) to learn about seed saving, growing ...

This summer’s record-breaking warmth and rain — Boston’s third-wettest season on the books — have yielded a bumper crop of mushrooms. According to local mycologists, foraging is about as good as it ...

Have you ever wished you could head out to a local nature preserve or even your backyard for fresh produce instead of the grocery store? There are plenty of foraging and gardening options available in ...