Fall 2020 | Tracing the Fjord

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Stella Wenstob | story and photos

the elusive forest

mycelium The sweet sun lit days have grown shorter and the first rains of the equinox are upon us. Do not despair, the days of Fall bring their own source of wonder. The nutrient influx of fallen leaves and the raised humidity of inclement weather support a whole new community of fascinating organisms. Mushrooms season is here! The mild winters and constant rain of the Pacific Northwest creates a mecca for mushroom enthusiasts. The Pacific Northwest hosts over a thousand species of mushrooms. Many of which are edible. However, identification is difficult with potentially dire results as Washington State is also home to some of the deadliest mushrooms.

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