The heavy rains of the past weeks have created in the woods ideal conditions for the proliferation of fungi, in anticipation of the collection of over a month in the season and have already been numerous interventions of Forestry in episodes that occurred to many fans. Venturing into the woods without the necessary precautions can cause such unpleasant episodes, such as illnesses, missing persons, injury or even death. To prevent similar incidents, the State Forestry Corps provides some useful tips for lovers of this activity: Make sure in case of doubt about the edibility of their harvest, carry out a check at the Mycological inspectorates or the Local Health; the daily harvest should not exceed three pounds per person.
Again, do not use rakes or hooks that could damage the mycelium; clean the fungus on the spot residue from branches, leaves and soil to ensure its integrity; mushrooms collected should be transported in rigid containers and ventilated. The use of plastic bags in fact it does not allow the spread of fungal spores in the woods. The lack of ventilation due to the deterioration of the product; read up on the itinerary and choose the paths suited to their physical abilities; communicate their journeys before embarking on the trip; 8 Avoid To advance alone in the woods, the presence of a companion is a guarantee of a first aid; consult, prior to departure, weather forecasts and constantly observe the evolution of the on-site weather conditions.
The Forestry Corps also recommended to choose the clothing and equipment suitable to the commitment and length of ‘excursion; in case you need to contact the 1515 number of the Environmental Emergency State Forestry Corps. The collection and marketing of mushrooms is governed by national laws, regional or local regulations that indicate the species, size, and the maximum quantity of mushrooms that you can pick up, in addition to the calendar of the days when this activity is permitted. And ‘forbidden collect mushrooms in protected areas such as nature reserves and national parks, and gathering at night, both to safeguard the mushrooms themselves, both for safety reasons.
“Some regions – still remembers the Forest – have stipulated in their legislation the obligation to hold a card authorization issued by the competent Provincial Office, upon application, which will also attached a certificate of participation to mycological a specific course. ” The State Forestry Corps remembers that mushroom picking is, however, subject to the overall objectives of preservation of the territorial integrity and the equilibrium of ecosystems, therefore, also the respect of the conduct adequate research and mushroom picking permits the conservation of nature and woods.
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