Mycology
Parasol Mushroom (Macrolepiota Procera) in Tuscany
Parasol mushroom identification and foraging in Tuscany. Where to find Macrolepiota procera and how to tell it apart.
The Journal
Journal
Field notes from the Tuscan Apennines — trails, mushrooms, birds, light, and the slow craft of reading a landscape.
Mycology
Boletus Edulis: Tuscany's Most Prized Mushroom
Discover the reality of finding Boletus edulis (porcini, cep, penny bun) in Tuscany: learn about the four species and their forest …
Hiking
Are There Flora and Fungi Tours in Tuscany?
Discover specialized botanical and mycological hiking tours in Tuscany, combining expert guidance with photography and rare plant …
HikingPhotography
Tuscany in Winter: Why It's the Perfect Season to Visit
Winter tours in Tuscany: fewer crowds, dramatic mountain light, and atmospheric conditions perfect for hiking and photography.
PhotographyHiking
Nature Photography Hikes You Can Join in Tuscany
Guided nature photography hikes in Tuscany's mountains. Explore Lago Nero, Scaffaiolo & the Apuan Alps with a professional …
Mycology
Lactarius Deliciosus: Tuscany's Orange Treasure
Lactarius deliciosus in Tuscany: the beloved rosselle mushroom, its pine forest habitat, and regional names, from an expert guide.
Mycology
Coprinus Comatus: The Melting Mushroom of Tuscan Trails
Coprinus comatus (shaggy mane) in Tuscany: the ephemeral ink cap, its autodigestion, and why timing is everything, from an expert …
PhotographyHiking
My Lightweight Photography Setup for Mountain Hiking
Discover the minimalist photography gear that lets me capture stunning images while hiking in Tuscany's mountains without the …
Mycology
Craterellus Cornucopioides: The Black Trumpet
Craterellus cornucopioides (black trumpet) in Tuscany: identification, habitat, and why this elusive mushroom is prized by chefs.
Mycology
How to Identify Poisonous Mushrooms Safely
There's no single test to spot a poisonous mushroom, but these 4 principles work — a forest guide to the species that can kill …
Mycology
Hydnellum Peckii: The Bleeding Tooth Fungus
Explore the mysterious Hydnellum peckii (Bleeding Tooth) in Tuscany's conifer forests with expert insights on identification and …
Mycology
Amanita Muscaria: The Iconic Tuscan Toadstool
Discover the fascinating Amanita muscaria (Fly Agaric) in Tuscany's mountains with expert identification tips and cultural …
Mycology
Amanita Cesarea: The Emperor's Mushroom of Tuscany
Discover why Amanita cesarea (Ovolo buono) is Italy's most prized edible mushroom, from identification to culinary tradition in …
Mycology
The Panther Cap: Beauty and Danger in Tuscan Forests
Learn to identify the toxic Amanita pantherina (Panther Cap) from an expert mycology guide in Tuscany's forests.
MindfulnessHiking
Mindfulness and Hiking: Presence in the Mountains
Discover how combining mindfulness meditation with mountain hiking creates profound experiences of presence in Tuscany's …