Mushrooms and mushroomers, mycology and mycologists; this list, sponsored by the Bay Area Mycological Society (BAMS), provides stimulating discussion and up-to-the-minute information on all things mushroom. Our emphasis is on the mushrooms of the greater San Francisco Bay Area, but our myco-network extends from the East Bay throughout Northern California and beyond. We believe that everyone has something to learn, and something to share. Add your voice to the growing chorus.

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Current photo: Amanita muscaria in Alaska, Aug. 2010, Debbie Viess.
Read "Why Amanitarita Doesn't Recommend Amanita muscaria as an Edible":
http://tech.groups.yahoo.com/group/BayAreaMushrooms/message/14656