Mushroom Blog
The Ultimate Guide to Setting Up and Using a Shotgun Fruiting Chamber (SGFC)
1. Introduction to the Shotgun Fruiting Chamber (SGFC)
As mushroom growing continues to evolve from a niche hobby to a global pursuit, newcomers...
A Mushroom Grower's Guide to Preventing Contamination: Expert Tips on Mushroom Sterilization Best Practices
Mushroom cultivation can be a rewarding and fascinating endeavor, whether you're a beginner, an intermediate grower, or an advanced mycologist. Ho...
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Make a Mushroom Spore Print for Identification and Cultivation
Mushrooms aren’t just a delicious addition to your meals; they’re also at the heart of a thriving world of fungi enthusiasts, foragers, and amateu...
How to Clone Mushrooms: A Comprehensive Step-by-Step Guide for Mushroom Growers
Mushroom cultivation is steadily rising in popularity, driven by an increasing interest in culinary, medicinal, and even therapeutic uses of fungi...
Growing Mushrooms in Bottles: A Comprehensive Guide
1. Introduction: Why Grow Mushrooms in Bottles?
Mushroom cultivation has rapidly expanded in popularity across the globe. With increasing interest...
Cold Water Lime Pasteurization for Growing Mushrooms: A Simple and Effective Low-Tech Method
Growing your own mushrooms is a rewarding, sustainable hobby, and it's rapidly gaining popularity worldwide. Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast, a he...
Must-Have Equipment for Setting Up a Mushroom Lab at Home: Essential Tools for DIY Mycology Enthusiasts
Mushroom cultivation, once a highly specialized task, has now entered the realm of DIY enthusiasts globally. With the surge in awareness around su...
Growing Mushrooms at Home Using Agar Plates: A Complete Guide
1. Introduction: Growing Mushrooms at Home Using Agar Plates
Home mushroom cultivation is emerging as a fascinating hobby that not only provides...
Golf’s New Psychedelic Frontier: Mental Performance Through Mushrooms and Ayahuasca
The world of golf has always celebrated precision, patience, and mental fortitude. Yet, as every golfer knows, mastering the sport often involves ...
10 Proven Ways to Calm Down If You Get Too High: Tips for Managing a Bad Trip with Mushrooms
Your Comprehensive Guide to Navigating a Hard Psychedelic Experience
1. Introduction: Understanding the Nature of a Bad Trip with Mushrooms
Psyc...
Massachusetts Rejects Legalization of Psychedelic Therapy: What Does This Mean for the Future of Psychedelics and Mycology?
1. Introduction: Massachusetts Rejects Question 4
In a pivotal moment during recent elections, Massachusetts voters overwhelmingly rejected Ques...
The Best Movies to Watch on Psychedelics, Depending on Your Vibe: A Curated Selection for Every Kind of Trip
Embarking on a psychedelic journey is not unlike setting out on a dreamlike adventure, filled with unexpected highs, profound moments, and—sometim...
Tripping in the Trees: A Comprehensive Guide to Camping Safely With Psychedelics
Camping in the wilderness has long been recognized as a rejuvenating and transformative experience. It allows us to break free from the hectic rhy...
Elon Musk and Rep. Dan Crenshaw’s Defense of MDMA-Assisted Therapy: Implications for Health and Wellness Communities
1. Introduction: Setting the Scene
In recent months, two prominent public figures, tech entrepreneur Elon Musk and U.S. Representative Dan Crens...
How Psychedelics Legalization is Unfolding in Colorado: A Detailed Look at Prop. 122 and Its Impact on Crime, Public Health, and the Future of Mycology
1. Introduction: The Historic Passage of Prop. 122 in Colorado
In November 2022, Colorado voters made history by passing Proposition 122 (Prop. ...
The Very Best Songs to Listen to on Psychedelics: A Curated Playlist Across Genres for Enhanced Experiences
Psychedelic experiences have the ability to unveil new dimensions of consciousness, evoking an intense connection between emotions, visuals, and a...
Exploring the Potential: Another Psychedelic Drug Derivative Secures Patent and Awaits FDA Approval
The psychedelic therapy landscape has undergone a dynamic transformation, expanding with groundbreaking developments that include new drug patents...
The Ultimate Guide to Drying Mushrooms: Techniques, Tools, and Tips for Drying and Preserving Potency and Flavor
Mushrooms are a versatile and nutritious food that can be enjoyed in a variety of dishes, from gourmet delicacies to health-boosting teas and tinc...
How Couples Can Use Psychedelics to Strengthen Their Relationships: A Growing Area of Research
The idea of using psychedelics to strengthen relationships may seem unconventional to some, but a growing body of research suggests that substance...
The Ultimate Guide to Microdosing Mushrooms: Dosage, Benefits, Side Effects, and Best Practices
Microdosing psychedelics, particularly psilocybin-containing mushrooms, has gained significant traction in recent years. Individuals from all walk...
Ann Arbor Decriminalizes Psychedelics: What It Means for Mycology Enthusiasts and Mushroom Growers
In an unprecedented move, on September 21, 2020, the city of Ann Arbor officially joined a growing roster of U.S. cities that have decriminalized ...
Mushroom Dosage: How to Find the ‘Right’ Amount Based on Your Goals and Potency Factors
As the interest in psilocybin mushrooms continues to grow for both recreational and therapeutic purposes, understanding how to dose properly becom...
How to Make Shroom Tea: The Ultimate Mushroom Tea Guide
Magic mushroom tea is gaining popularity as a preferred method for consuming psilocybin mushrooms, offering a more gentle experience on the stomac...
How to Lemon Tek: A Complete Guide for Mushroom Enthusiasts
Lemon tekking has quickly surged in popularity within the psychedelic community, particularly among seasoned magic mushroom enthusiasts looking to...
The Risks of Psilocybin Mushrooms: A Cautionary Tale and Guide to Responsible Consumption
Psilocybin mushrooms—also known as "magic mushrooms"—are becoming increasingly prominent in discussions about mental health treatment, spiritualit...
Bipartisan Support For Psychedelics - Decoding Americans’ Stance on Psychedelics
Psilocybin, the naturally occurring psychedelic compound found in certain mushrooms, has garnered immense attention in both cultural and scientific...
Shrooms vs. Acid: Key Differences and Effects for Beginners and Psychonauts
Psychedelics have long held a special fascination for those seeking spiritual growth, mental health breakthroughs, and altered states of conscious...
Canada’s Drug Decriminalisation Test: Success or Failure? A Reflection One Year Later and What It Could Mean for the World of Mycology & Wellness
In January 2023, British Columbia (BC) became the first Canadian province to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of hard drugs, includin...
Oregon’s Legal Battle Over Psilocybin Training Programs: Exploring the Intersection of Religion, Law, and Mycology
In 2020, Oregon made history by becoming the first US state to legalize psilocybin for medical and therapeutic purposes, a move that was hailed as...
How a GOP Congressman’s Psychedelic Therapy Journey is Shaping the Future of Plant-Based Medicine and Military Research
The intersection of politics, plant-based medicine, and research into mental health for veterans and active-duty military personnel is undergoing a...