Other useful links under a broad purview, an eclectic assortment of useful links. Eclectic means broad or varied or diverse. To include Youtubers, Tiktokers, and other Social Media Platforms. If they’re on the internet, it’s assumed that they’re okay with being public.
Mycodo – Founded by Kyle Gabriel, Mycodo is an open source software for sensing environmental inputs, with it’s own reddit forum, users have used this software to grow mushrooms and for other systems like hydroponics or hi-tech indoor greenhouses. Check out more at the website or Reddit forum or Github. Additionally, check out Kyle’s Youtube channel for how he builds some builds, like the aquaponics.
Mycologue Publications – “Find over 800 images of fungi online as an introduction to our compact mycological encyclopedia, The Fifth Kingdom. These online images illustrate mushrooms, mycorrhizas, medical mycology, yeasts, lichens, food spoilage, fermented foods, plant diseases, symbioses with animals, and edible, poisonous, and hallucinogenic fungi.” At the website Mycolog.com
Mushroom-Appreciation – “A site devoted to all who are curious about mushrooms and the fungi kingdom. Foraging, edible mushroom species, weird and wacky fungi, and the complexities of species and genus designation.”
Tree of Life Web Project– a collaborative effort of biologists and nature enthusiasts from around the world. On more than 10,000 World Wide Web pages, the project provides information about biodiversity, the characteristics of different groups of organisms, and their evolutionary history. Website here. Specific page on Fungi here.
MushroomExpert.com – a large database of a lot of mushrooms and classifications and diving into the depths of available knowledge that there is created by Michael Kuo. A great resource for researching broad information about particular things. Mushroom Expert Does not contain information about edibility or toxicity of mushrooms. Website here.
Fungal Diversity Survey (FUNDIS) – Our VISION: a world in which the fungal kingdom is fully documented, understood, appreciated, and protected. Our MISSION: FunDiS protects biodiversity through the conservation of fungi and their habitats by increasing knowledge and public awareness of their diversity and distribution, equipping and engaging community scientists, and partnering with land managers, conservationists, and scientists. Also, their Twitter, Facebook Page, Facebook Group, Instagram, and Youtube.
Fungi Without Borders – A Trilateral National Website dedicated to a Fungi Initiative between Finland, Deutschland, and the UK. Lots of interesting research and data available at their website.
The Fungal Jungal – A Blog page from Western Montana Mycological Society.
Mycology.net– an Internet Portal from Scientists for Scientists, Presenting Information about Diversity of Fungi
David Fischer’s North American Mushroom Basics – AMERICANMUSHROOMS.COM was formally launched on March 7, 2006 by DAVID W. FISCHER. The site is intended to educate, inform, and entertain the general public in addition to veteran mycophiles and mycologists. Strong emphasis is placed on assuring the accuracy and usefulness of the information provided at the Website. The site now includes 1,046 photos representing some 482 species of fungi.
Mushroom Observer (MO) – A website to record observations about mushrooms, help people identify unfamiliar mushrooms, and expand the community around the scientific exploration of mushrooms (mycology). Website here.
The Mycorrhiza Network – publishes, since 1988, a newsletter on a quarterly basis to provide a forum for dissemination, acquisition, interaction, and communication of scientific information on mycorrhizal research and activities. So far, it has published 350 peer reviewed papers/research findings from eminent scientist covering the biological, ecological, and other related aspects of mycorrhiza, including biodiversity and conservation. Other components of the newsletter include notes on important breakthroughs, brief accounts of new approaches and techniques, research activities highlighting the Centre for Mycorrhiza Culture Collection, forthcoming events on mycorrhiza and related events, and important references of research papers published in different national and international journals. The newsletter caters to the needs of young and enthusiastic workers in the field of mycorrhiza research including farmers, agriculturists, foresters, policy-makers, besides updating their knowledge about understanding of mycorrhizae at national and global level.
North American Truffle Growers Association (NATGA) – Focused site on truffles, growing, cultivation, seminars, and more.
The Fungi Film Fest (FFF) – a curated by fungi and film lovers for fungi and film lovers from every walk of life and experience. Find out more at the website, Instagram, or Facebook.
Mushroom the Journal’s Myco-etymological Dictionary – created by Ron Meyer – If you’re interested to know why some fungi are named for in their latin sense, this is a great resource to get a jist.
Hidden Forrest – A website hosting pictures of all sorts of fungi from New Zealand. – “This section of my website is the largest, and contains a large collection of photographs taken over many years. Many are from the Auckland region of New Zealand, although the site is not limited to this region. This site was not intended as an identification guide, though many used it for this. Rather, its purpose is to show you the beauty and diversity of New Zealand’s fungi.”
As a side note, check out Facebook or Meetup or other social media platforms to network with local Fungi Enthusiasts. There’s even niche groups that go for specific fungi like truffles or lion’s mane or even nicher than that!
Links for other Mushroom Media and blogs
Incredible Mushrooms is a website much like Mycelial-Network. Providing knowledge and interviews.
FUNGIKINGDOM.net is a frequently updated educational site created by mycology enthusiast Dianna Smith to provide amateur mushroom collectors access to informative lessons, presentations, photos and descriptions of fungi common to northeastern NA.
Mushroom the journal – an online blog with cool links and information.
Cornell Mushroom Blog – A Blog about Mushrooms from the University of Cornell.
Fungi Foundation – a media site with a blog! Cool information and tons of things to look at.
Star Mushroom Farms since 2019 is a blog ran by Brian K. is based in Maryland and has plenty of interesting content.
MykoWeb, are web pages devoted to the science of mycology (the study of the fungi) and the hobby of mushrooming (the pursuit of mushrooms).
There is also a list of Articles on MykoWeb from other Fungi Enthusiasts.
Mundo Media, a website devoted to All things Fungi and include links to other sources and communities as well as informational content.
MycoStories, a news publication exploring the global frontier of fungi focusing on businesses and research in all things fungi.
American mushrooms, a Website dedicated to foraging, fungi, mushroom information, recipes, identification, and even lots of mushroom photos. Plenty of links and recommendations since 2006.
Mushroom-Collecting, a website dedicated to mushroom collecting or foraging, to include information and pictures, recommended gear, tips, and books.
Shroomski Magazine – a high-end, subscription-based magazine focused on emerging psychedelic news, breakthrough studies, and mesmerizing art.
Est. 2022
The Spore Print – by Kenai Peninsula Mycological Society – Website – Ceased publication online at this website in 2007
mad about mushrooms – a yearly blog dedicated to mushrooms – Website – Ceased publication online in 2022.
As a note, many businesses and labs have their own blogs, feel free to learn from your local farms or research labs. Additionally your local Mycological society should have blog posts, newsletters, or it’s own magazine!
Links For Food Recipes,
Real Mushrooms from Calgary, CA has some Functional Mushroom Recipes
Awesome Gourmet Food Recipes with The Mushroom Council® that you can find on Tiktok, Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, and Pinterest.
Mushroom Recipes by Everything Mushrooms
Mykoweb’s page on Mushroom Recipes from various Chefs.
Heartwood mushroom’s has a few recipes on their website.
Links to growing mushrooms
The Shroomery – The OG guide and forum of extensive growing and cultivation discussions and tips from people interested in their own scientific research of psilocybin and more.
Oyster-Mushrooms.com – A website dedicated to growing oyster mushrooms, including guides and informational tidbits.
The Mushroom Growers’ Newsletter – Ceased publication in June 2023, but has a long extensive list of back catalogs available for either free or purchase for a few dollars each. A Monthly News Letter dating back to 2013 with extensive amounts of information. Check their catalog and do a Ctrl + F for your relevant needs.
Check out Youtube for various guides on all kinds of mushrooms, growing in tubs or logs and even labwork. Using the right key words and searches allows you to narrow down your search results to something viable and applicable to your needs.
Links for Creators focusing on Amanita,
Note; In the state of Louisiana, it is illegal to grow, sell, possess amanita muscaria under Louisiana State Act 159, unless it is used strictly decorative purposes. Additionally, these links below focus more on Amanita Muscaria rather than all Amanitas.
Jess Starwood – an established author, chef, herbalist and educator. She holds a Masters of Science degree in Herbal Medicine and Holistic Nutrition. In 2021, she wrote and photographed her first book, Mushroom Wanderland: A Forager’s Guide to Finding, Identifying and Using More Than 25 Wild Fungi. Check out Jess’ Website, or Instagram.
Amanita Dreamer – “Uncensored education at AmanitaDreamer.Net for free. Info on Amanita Muscaria, anxiety, benzo recovery, panic attacks and mental health. I suffered severe panic and was on benzodiazepenes for 10 years, trying to wean off for 5. When I found the amanita muscaria mushroom it changed my life. This channel is devoted to helping others learn about this, anxiety, healing, mental health, natural medicine, nature and science.” – Check out the Youtube or Instagram.
Amanita Muscaria Science and Magic – A Facebook Group that provides all sorts of information and a nice network to see others interested in the World of all things Amanita. Lots of friendly people that can help and some interesting insights for those interested. Check out their Facebook.
All things Amanita – Working with Harmony Acres Farm to provide information and products and services for Amanita related adventures. Check out their Website, Instagram, Facebook, or Youtube.
SomaXXXX – To be added when officially launched
r/AmanitaMuscaria – The Subreddit on Reddit about Amanita Muscaria
Amanita Research Forum – A forum to discuss Amanita Research
This page about Amanita Muscaria from The Mushroom Journal.
AmbrosiaSociety.org – An old website dedicated to Amanita and Ambrosia, defunct as of 2021. Please check the Here for the wayback machine for archives. They also put up a video on Ambrosia, the one and only of their channel on Youtube.
Links for Religious Institutions relating to Mushrooms,
Church of Ambrosia – Located Oakland & SF, CA. Holding sacred space for entheogenic plants with a focus on Mushrooms and Cannabis. Website
Sacred Heart Medicine Sanctuary – based in Portland OR or Vancouver WA, with a focus on Shamanic Healing, Check out their website, linktree, and instagram.
Psanctuary – The Sacred Mushroom Church – Offering online and virtual services whit in person congregations in Louisville and Maine, check out their Website, Facebook, instagram, and youtube.
Psilo Temple – Providing service to the Oregon Area, check out their website, facebook, instagram, or meetup.
Oklevueha Native American Church – ONAC exists to unearth our Creator’s spirit in our hearts and heritage for all our relations. Mother Church, UT. – Based in Utah, ONAC has several branches and is an Earth Based Church, also note that there are Fraud Branches pretending to be of the Church and are not in good standing nor faith. Check out their website for more information and their instagram.
Sacred Garden Community – SGC offers its Practitioners the opportunity to connect with the Divine through intentional, respectful, and caring practice with entheogenic sacraments. Specifically, SGC facilitates direct experience of and relationship to Divine presence for individuals and community, and life integration of the benefits this experience and relationship can bring. – Located near Berkley, California – Check out their website,
The Divine Assembly is a magic mushroom church (TDA)- Protected by the Religious Freedom Restoration Act, our mushroom sacrament helps us connect with the Divine. Worship on your own or as an active part of TDA’s healthy, interconnected community. – Located in Utah, Check out their website and instagram, Facebook, and Youtube(Psychedelics in the Beehive).
Lord of Spore – A website with a blog that has dedications to the religious use of Mushrooms. Check out that blog feed here.
Additionally,
keep an eye out for;
The Sacred Plant Alliance, that is a growing meta-organization for spreading Plant Medicines.
Charcuna – Producing High-Quality Research on Plant Medicines & Psychedelics while offering insights . Their website, Instagram, Linkin (like linktree), X/Twitter, Youtube, Spotify, and Meetup. As well as PCU.Psychedelic Culture on Instagram.
The primary focus of Sacred Wisdom Circle Institute (SWCI) is to provide spiritual teachings to those on the Red Road & train individuals to lead earth-based spiritual ceremonies. Their Website, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
Pychedelic Club of Durango – Psychedelic Club is a network of chapters & Non Profit 501 (c) 3, dedicated to increasing mainstream acceptance of psychedelics. EDUCATION ONLY. Facebook and Instagram.
Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies – an American nonprofit organization working to raise awareness and understanding of psychedelic substances. MAPS was founded in 1986 by Rick Doblin and is now based in San Jose, California. – Website, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, Reddit, Linkedin, and Youtube.
If you’re interested in psychedelics for research, knowledge, and stories. Join your local nearest Psychedelic society.
Additional Media;
Double Blind Magazine – DoubleBlind is a biannual print magazine and media company covering timely, untold stories about the expansion of psychedelics around the globe. – Website, Youtube, Instagram, Twitter/X, Facebook, Tiktok
Some Content Creators
Fishing In Space– A very interesting content creator with interesting theories that explore esoteric topics. Check out the youtube.
Fascinated by Fungi – Dr. Gordon A. Walker with a PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from UC Davis with all sorts of knowledge and a podcast. Find out more on his website, Instagram, Youtube, Twitter/X, Facebook, Pinterest also his consulting business.
MycoMentor – 🍄 Elevating mycology with education & community! 🌿 Engage, learn & grow with us!🚨 Free Consults🚨 Monthly Podcast – Find out more on Instagram, Linktree, or Youtube.
Additional Green Media
The Holistic Orchard Network (HON) – “Their mission is to help orchardists of all types grow healthier fruit. We’re all about being stewards of orchards, vineyards, and fruit-bearing plants, and helping each other understand and improve their health and vitality for the betterment of the holistic fruit-growing community.” – Although they specialize in Orchards and Apple Orchards, there is a slew of great information on mycorrhizzas from experienced Orchardists and Farmers. Please use their search feature for ‘myco’ or ‘fungi’ for relevant finds.
Cornell Small Farms Program – The Cornell Small Farms Program is housed at Cornell University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) in Ithaca, NY, and works in partnership with Cornell Cooperative Extension across New York State. Offering training and educational courses for farming to include Mycology. Website and Instagram.
Media focused on all things Green, that may also include a sporadic (sporific) mushroom related fungi post;
Mother Earth News – Providing content on all things Forest, green, gardening, and even links to events and podcasts and more newsworthy information. From DIY to sustainability, plenty of diverse fields to explore here. Check out their website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter/X, or Youtube.
Foraging.com – a website dedicated to foraging of all edibles and goods, from herbs to mushrooms, providing links, information, and book recommendations since 1999. Check out the website here!
Plant Cell Technologies – A research and consulting company that offers a lot of video media content on Youtube regarding Plant cells and a few sporadic posts about Mushrooms. Check out their Website, Linktree, or Youtube here.
Edible Wild Food – a website dedicated to foraging edibles, to include herbs, berries, and mushrooms. Website here.
Foraging CT – A blog based around foraging in Connecticut. Website here.
Wild Edibles New Jersey and Pennsylvania – a website dedicated to books and information on foraging in NJ and PA. Website here.
