It’s almost that time of the year. A hunting season that means a lot to a lot of people. With warmer temperatures on the way, some Kansans are getting predy for the annual hunt for morel mushrooms. Sherry Kay is a mycologist who studies mushrooms and other fungi and says morel usually emerge in mid April in northeast Kansas. She says dry creek beds are good spots, maybe around fallen and rotting trees. But some people swear it’s the type of tree that makes a difference, particularly oak and elm trees.
Morel’s can be pretty pricey if you are looking to buy them. Last year they were going for $35 to $50 a pound and they are considered a delicacy by many.
If you are interested in finding out how to identify morels, two classes are being offered by K-State tomorrow, March 22. Both classes are online and free. Go to the K-State Extension Service website for registration details.
