Making mushroom spore prints is a fun and educational fall activity! 💚🍄‍🟫 Please remember that a spore print will not entirely identify a mushroom. Don’t eat wild mushrooms unless they are accurately identified and you’re sure they’re not poisonous. It’s best to contact a professional for help. It’s also a good idea to acquire a guidebook and always do your research. The mushroom field guidebook we use is the National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Mushrooms. Info in the pinned

It is important that mushroom spores are collected in the proper way to avoid contamination and increase success. Damp Rid crystals absorb moisture from the mushroom cap and keep the spore print dry which is essential for storage and for creating spore syringes. Spore Swabs are usually for varieties that don't drop many spores or are difficult to obtain. How to Make Agar Plates: https://youtu.be/TIFsUUg2yHQ Join the new exclusive member channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/cha