Lactarius Delicious
Honey Mushrooms
Velvet Foots
Pear Shaped Puffballs
Tickets can be purchased using Paypal or Interac.
For more information phone 519-271-3726 or email us at pucksplenty@gmail.com.
PLEASE NOTE: THE MUSHROOMS AND PLANTS FEATURED ON INDIVIDUAL DATES ARE BASED ON WHAT SHOULD BE AVAILABLE. WEATHER TRENDS AND CONDITIONS CAN ALTER THIS.
Upcoming Events for October
August ~
September ~ November
October 6th
15 spots left
The Velvet Foot
Classified as a winter mushroom, the Velvet Foot can be found on dead standing
hardwood from mid-September through the end of March. They thrive under loosened bark, extending out from multiple stems that
actually look like tiny beige branches clinging to the wood. Velvet Foot have a slimy cap but when cooked up the slime dissipates. Also, as they
are sauteed they emit juices that can later be used as a natural gravy thickener.
We'll be collecting these along with coral mushrooms, Lactarius, Blewits,
puffballs and more on trails only 20 minutes from Stratford.
To get an idea of our treks you can read a recent article by writer Keph Senett that appeared in Harrowsmith this past March.
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
October 7th
15 spots left.
Ischnoderma resinosum
Otherwise known as The Resinous Polypore, this meaty fungi thrives on dead hardwood in early to mid Autumn. Most wild
mushrooms are wonderful sauteed in butter and garlic. However the Ischnoderma Resinosum is better stewed. As it's juices are released
the rich earthy flavours are absolutely tantalizing. Please note, like many polypores this mushroom is better harvested young.
Of course there
will be other fungi on the trails. Puffballs of every size, Lactarius Delicious, Blewits, Lion's Mane, Velvet Foot and more. Autumn is an amazing
time for wild mushrooms. Find out why Marriot International listed Puck's Plenty as
one of the "Top 10 Adventures to Have this Summer".
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
October 8th
15 spots left
The Blewit
When we think of Autumn's spectacular colours the changing of leaves comes to mind.
But Mother Nature offers up several vibrant colours from the world of wild mushrooms. The most beautiful is the delicious Blewit (pictured here). When young, they are the
deepest of blues, absolutely radiant against the brown needles of conifers covering the ground. You can find them growing alongside the bright orange
Lactarius Deliciosus and the glowing white Gem Studded Puffball. They're all out there along with the Velvet Foot winter mushroom and the meaty
Resinous Polypore, all ripe for the picking.
Puck's Plenty tours has been rated as one of the top foraging adventures in the world by Marriot International
and Travel and Leisure Magazine.
Join us on the trails
and find out why.
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
October 13th
15 spots left
Lepista Irina
We really love this mushroom . . . for several reasons. They taste fantastic. They're large. And there's LOTS of them. As are most
of the wild edible fungi, they can be sauteed in butter and garlic or added to your favourite soups and stews. The Lepista Irina are one
of several that form beautiful fairy rings in the forest. So grab your baskets and join us for an adventure you soon won't forget.
Find out why Marriot International listed Puck's Plenty as
one of the "Top 10 Adventures to Have this Summer".
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
October 14th
15 spots left
The Butterfly Collybia
Another wild fungi that is quite numerous is the Butterfly Collybia. Small, delicate, found on conifer floors, this mushroom
has lots of company such as the colourful Blewits and Lactarius, the Pear Shaped Puffballs and the tasty Gem Studded mushroom.
There's quite a selection this time of year.
So join us on trails only 15 minutes from Stratford. We'll visit beautiful streams and darkened woods. Quite a backdrop to what
Mother Nature has to offer.
To get an idea of our treks you can read a recent article by writer Keph Senett that appeared in Harrowsmith this past March.
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
October 20th Forage & Feast
SOLD OUT.
The leaves have all but gone while the air has a crispness to it that provides ideal conditions to the mushrooms of Autumn. Late October is a perfect time
to forage as the trails will render wild fungi such as Velvet Foot (pictured here), Pear Shaped Puffballs as well as the meaty Fall Oysters. We'll collect these along with wild ginger and wild leek bulbs before returning to
Stratford Tea Leaves where a hearty four course meal awaits us. The menu begins with Truffle Gouda from Mountain Oak Cheese
accompanied with baskets of fresh baguettes from The Downie Street Bakehouse. A light wild leek bulb soup
is next on the agenda followed by the main course, Mushroom Bourguignon. Dessert will be provided by The Black Angus Bakery while beverages will include craft beer from Black Swan Brewery and wines from
Niagara. An Autumn afternoon can't get better than this.
Start time: 9:45 am
Where: Packam Sports Complex
Cost: $70 per person.
Tickets can be purchased through internet transfer or PayPal. For more information phone
519-271-3726 or email us at pucksplenty@gmail.com
October 21st
15 spots left
The Oysters of Autumn
As the Summer Oyster fades away it is replaced by its Autumn cousin, the Fall Oyster. It is a meatier
version and tends to come in three colours: tan, brown and, believe it or not, olive green. They are easily identified
by their pristine beige gills and you can find them on dead hardwood in heavily shaded areas of the forest. Because of their
texture they are perfect in soups and stews. We'll be searching for these as well as Lactarius Delicious, Blewits,
Pear Shaped Puffballs and more.
Find out why Travel and Leisure Magazine
listed Puck's Plenty Tours as one of the top ten foraging spots in the world.
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
October 27th
15 spots left
Knowing the Good from the Bad
Many regard the hunt for wild mushrooms as exciting and daring. Their reason? In the forest . . .
they're walking on the edge. And rightly so. With every delicious fungi there's always the chance of an "evil twin". Take the
case of the delicious Hypholoma Capnoide pictured on the left. Found on conifer wood, spores are dark, gills are attached to the stalk which is
up to 8 cm. tall and 1 cm. wide . . . exactly like the mushroom on the right, The Sulphur Tuft, a poisonous variety. We'll be careful to
point these out and, moreover, show you how to tell them apart. So join us on the trails as we seek out other safer varieties such as Blewits, Lactarius Delicious,
Fall Oysters and more,
only fifteen
minutes from Stratford.
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
October 28th
15 spots left
The Fawn Mushroom
Two years ago the Fawn Mushroom was one of our favourite discoveries. We had been stepping
over them for years, unable to make an identification. They begin to make their appearance towards the end of October and continue until the first
bitter frost arrives. They are plentiful and they are delicious. Smallish and fragile they saute up in a few minutes rendering
a delightful taste. Join us on the trails as we collect these as well as The Fall Oyster, The Honey Mushroom, The Pear Shaped Puffball and more. All are
found in the deepest and darkest forests. It will be quite the adventure.
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
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For more information phone 519-271-3726 or email us at pucksplenty@gmail.com.
PLEASE NOTE: THE MUSHROOMS AND PLANTS FEATURED ON INDIVIDUAL DATES ARE BASED ON WHAT SHOULD BE AVAILABLE. WEATHER TRENDS AND CONDITIONS CAN ALTER THIS.
PLEASE NOTE: THE MUSHROOMS AND PLANTS FEATURED ON INDIVIDUAL DATES ARE BASED ON WHAT SHOULD BE AVAILABLE. WEATHER TRENDS AND CONDITIONS CAN ALTER THIS.
Upcoming Events for October
August ~
September ~ November
August ~ September ~ November
October 6th
15 spots leftThe Velvet Foot
Classified as a winter mushroom, the Velvet Foot can be found on dead standing
hardwood from mid-September through the end of March. They thrive under loosened bark, extending out from multiple stems that
actually look like tiny beige branches clinging to the wood. Velvet Foot have a slimy cap but when cooked up the slime dissipates. Also, as they
are sauteed they emit juices that can later be used as a natural gravy thickener.
We'll be collecting these along with coral mushrooms, Lactarius, Blewits, puffballs and more on trails only 20 minutes from Stratford.
To get an idea of our treks you can read a recent article by writer Keph Senett that appeared in Harrowsmith this past March.
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
We'll be collecting these along with coral mushrooms, Lactarius, Blewits, puffballs and more on trails only 20 minutes from Stratford.
To get an idea of our treks you can read a recent article by writer Keph Senett that appeared in Harrowsmith this past March.
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
October 7th
15 spots left.
Ischnoderma resinosum
Otherwise known as The Resinous Polypore, this meaty fungi thrives on dead hardwood in early to mid Autumn. Most wild
mushrooms are wonderful sauteed in butter and garlic. However the Ischnoderma Resinosum is better stewed. As it's juices are released
the rich earthy flavours are absolutely tantalizing. Please note, like many polypores this mushroom is better harvested young.
Of course there will be other fungi on the trails. Puffballs of every size, Lactarius Delicious, Blewits, Lion's Mane, Velvet Foot and more. Autumn is an amazing time for wild mushrooms. Find out why Marriot International listed Puck's Plenty as one of the "Top 10 Adventures to Have this Summer".
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
Of course there will be other fungi on the trails. Puffballs of every size, Lactarius Delicious, Blewits, Lion's Mane, Velvet Foot and more. Autumn is an amazing time for wild mushrooms. Find out why Marriot International listed Puck's Plenty as one of the "Top 10 Adventures to Have this Summer".
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
October 8th
15 spots left
The Blewit
When we think of Autumn's spectacular colours the changing of leaves comes to mind.
But Mother Nature offers up several vibrant colours from the world of wild mushrooms. The most beautiful is the delicious Blewit (pictured here). When young, they are the
deepest of blues, absolutely radiant against the brown needles of conifers covering the ground. You can find them growing alongside the bright orange
Lactarius Deliciosus and the glowing white Gem Studded Puffball. They're all out there along with the Velvet Foot winter mushroom and the meaty
Resinous Polypore, all ripe for the picking.
Puck's Plenty tours has been rated as one of the top foraging adventures in the world by Marriot International and Travel and Leisure Magazine.
Join us on the trails and find out why.
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
Puck's Plenty tours has been rated as one of the top foraging adventures in the world by Marriot International and Travel and Leisure Magazine.
Join us on the trails and find out why.
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
October 13th
15 spots left
Lepista Irina
We really love this mushroom . . . for several reasons. They taste fantastic. They're large. And there's LOTS of them. As are most
of the wild edible fungi, they can be sauteed in butter and garlic or added to your favourite soups and stews. The Lepista Irina are one
of several that form beautiful fairy rings in the forest. So grab your baskets and join us for an adventure you soon won't forget.
Find out why Marriot International listed Puck's Plenty as one of the "Top 10 Adventures to Have this Summer".
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
Find out why Marriot International listed Puck's Plenty as one of the "Top 10 Adventures to Have this Summer".
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
October 14th
15 spots left
The Butterfly Collybia
Another wild fungi that is quite numerous is the Butterfly Collybia. Small, delicate, found on conifer floors, this mushroom
has lots of company such as the colourful Blewits and Lactarius, the Pear Shaped Puffballs and the tasty Gem Studded mushroom.
There's quite a selection this time of year.
So join us on trails only 15 minutes from Stratford. We'll visit beautiful streams and darkened woods. Quite a backdrop to what Mother Nature has to offer.
To get an idea of our treks you can read a recent article by writer Keph Senett that appeared in Harrowsmith this past March.
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
So join us on trails only 15 minutes from Stratford. We'll visit beautiful streams and darkened woods. Quite a backdrop to what Mother Nature has to offer.
To get an idea of our treks you can read a recent article by writer Keph Senett that appeared in Harrowsmith this past March.
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
October 20th Forage & Feast
SOLD OUT.
The leaves have all but gone while the air has a crispness to it that provides ideal conditions to the mushrooms of Autumn. Late October is a perfect time
to forage as the trails will render wild fungi such as Velvet Foot (pictured here), Pear Shaped Puffballs as well as the meaty Fall Oysters. We'll collect these along with wild ginger and wild leek bulbs before returning to
Stratford Tea Leaves where a hearty four course meal awaits us. The menu begins with Truffle Gouda from Mountain Oak Cheese
accompanied with baskets of fresh baguettes from The Downie Street Bakehouse. A light wild leek bulb soup
is next on the agenda followed by the main course, Mushroom Bourguignon. Dessert will be provided by The Black Angus Bakery while beverages will include craft beer from Black Swan Brewery and wines from
Niagara. An Autumn afternoon can't get better than this.
Start time: 9:45 am
Where: Packam Sports Complex
Cost: $70 per person.
Tickets can be purchased through internet transfer or PayPal. For more information phone 519-271-3726 or email us at pucksplenty@gmail.com
Start time: 9:45 am
Where: Packam Sports Complex
Cost: $70 per person.
Tickets can be purchased through internet transfer or PayPal. For more information phone 519-271-3726 or email us at pucksplenty@gmail.com
October 21st
15 spots left
The Oysters of Autumn
As the Summer Oyster fades away it is replaced by its Autumn cousin, the Fall Oyster. It is a meatier
version and tends to come in three colours: tan, brown and, believe it or not, olive green. They are easily identified
by their pristine beige gills and you can find them on dead hardwood in heavily shaded areas of the forest. Because of their
texture they are perfect in soups and stews. We'll be searching for these as well as Lactarius Delicious, Blewits,
Pear Shaped Puffballs and more.
Find out why Travel and Leisure Magazine listed Puck's Plenty Tours as one of the top ten foraging spots in the world.
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
Find out why Travel and Leisure Magazine listed Puck's Plenty Tours as one of the top ten foraging spots in the world.
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
October 27th
15 spots left
Knowing the Good from the Bad
Many regard the hunt for wild mushrooms as exciting and daring. Their reason? In the forest . . .
they're walking on the edge. And rightly so. With every delicious fungi there's always the chance of an "evil twin". Take the
case of the delicious Hypholoma Capnoide pictured on the left. Found on conifer wood, spores are dark, gills are attached to the stalk which is
up to 8 cm. tall and 1 cm. wide . . . exactly like the mushroom on the right, The Sulphur Tuft, a poisonous variety. We'll be careful to
point these out and, moreover, show you how to tell them apart. So join us on the trails as we seek out other safer varieties such as Blewits, Lactarius Delicious,
Fall Oysters and more,
only fifteen minutes from Stratford.
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
only fifteen minutes from Stratford.
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
October 28th
15 spots left
The Fawn Mushroom
Two years ago the Fawn Mushroom was one of our favourite discoveries. We had been stepping
over them for years, unable to make an identification. They begin to make their appearance towards the end of October and continue until the first
bitter frost arrives. They are plentiful and they are delicious. Smallish and fragile they saute up in a few minutes rendering
a delightful taste. Join us on the trails as we collect these as well as The Fall Oyster, The Honey Mushroom, The Pear Shaped Puffball and more. All are
found in the deepest and darkest forests. It will be quite the adventure.
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person
Start time: 10:00 am
Where: 96 Birmingham Street, Stratford, Ontario N5A 2S9
Cost: $35.00/person