GREENVILLE, Mich. (WOOD) — The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has released a potential treasure map for morel mushroom hunters in the state.
The map posted on the DNR’s website shows possible locations to find the prized mushrooms. Officials say the mushrooms favor a specific forest habitat and a more likely to grow in burned areas where jack, white or red pine once grew.
The map shows sites where prescribed burns toasted more than 10 acres of land. It includes 11 spots in Montcalm, Muskegon, Allegan and Barry counties.
The DNR cautioned the spots listed on the map aren’t a guaranteed bet for morel mushrooms. The agency said it’s also not responsible for any mushrooms a hunter may incorrectly identify.
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