Bondurant, Wyo – As if the freezing temperatures and snow last week were not a solid enough indication of how cold this spring has been the Bridger-Teton National Forest is extending the sale of commercial mushroom harvest permits within the Roosevelt fire area until August 1st. Mushroom gathering opportunities will likely continue past the original permit window of July 3rd.
The Forest would like to remind folks that in order to reduce resource impacts and support all Forest users, Commercial Mushroom Harvest Areas have been designated within the Roosevelt fire boundary, while personal mushroom collection is available Forest-wide.
Personal Use: Harvesters may gather up to 3 gallons of Morel mushrooms for personal use without a permit, free of charge. There is no age limit on personal use mushroom pickers. Personal use mushrooms may not be sold or bartered to another party.
Commercial Use: Commercial Mushroom permits are currently available for purchase at the Big Piney, Pinedale, and Jackson Ranger Districts of the Bridger-Teton National Forest. Each individual selling or bartering any mushrooms or gathering more than 3 gallons of mushrooms per day is required to have a valid Commercial Permit.
Big Piney Ranger District Phone: 307-276-5800
Pinedale Ranger District Phone: 307-367-4326
Jackson Ranger District Phone: 307-739-5500
Mushroom Harvest Information link on the Bridget-Teton National Forest website.
