From oyster mushrooms, giant puff-balls, and shaggy manes to chanterelle, painted boletes, and chagas-Foraging Mushrooms Maine guides readers to the edible and useful wild mushrooms of the Pine Tree State. Organized by families this book is an authoritative guide for nature lovers, outdoors enthusiasts, and gastronomes. This guide also includes: Full-color photos, Forager notes and expert advice on identifying, preparing, freezing, drying, staring, and cooking wild mushrooms, Tools, techniques, and foraging etiquette, Recipes to prepare at home and on the trail Book jacket.