Using a slideshow of stunning, all local photography from their foraging, Ryan and Emily will discuss hunting for, cooking with and the nutritional benefit of local mushrooms

This includes some varieties that are easy and safe for beginners to identify, and which can be found in Rhode Island during the late Spring/early Summer!

Ryan Bouchard is the author and photographer of Gourmet Mushrooms of Rhode Island.

Emily Schmidt studies the countless ways that mushrooms can be used for cooking, as well as the nutritional values of our local varieties.

Together they educate people about enjoying the safe hunting and cooking of our area’s delicious mushrooms.