A recent haul of morel mushrooms is pictured. The morels were harvested by Matt Opalka in the footprint of the Rice Ridge Fire, which burnt over 155,000 acres east of Seeley Lake last summer. (Courtesy of Matt Opalka)
June 17, 2018
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June 17, 2018 4 a.m.
Bumper crop of morels hits Flathead Valley
It’s prime time for morel mushroom hunting in the Flathead Valley. The oblong fungi draw truckloads of harvesters to the forest from early May through August in search of these natural treasures. Morels are lauded for their nutty, earthy flavors and make appearances on local menus in the form of sauces, soups and burger toppings.