Perhaps no one will abandon a fascinating walk through this forest in search of fragrant and tasty mushrooms, because these are several pleasures at once: enjoy the beauties of mixed and coniferous forests; breathe in the scent of fallen leaves or tart needles; to experience the excitement and a certain excitement from their “prey” and, finally, bring home a full basket of good mushrooms. By the way, it is the Tula region that can be proud of having the most popular and beloved mushrooms, so it is definitely worth a visit to the local forests.
What types of mushrooms can be found in the Tula region
Among the edible mushrooms growing in the Tula region, boletus (porcini mushrooms), aspen mushrooms, boletus mushrooms, threshing mushrooms, mushrooms, mushrooms, butterflies, chanterelles, honey mushrooms and others are well-known. Mushrooms in the Tula region have their own preferences in terms of commonwealth with certain plants. That is why mushroom pickers know in which forests they can be found. The reserves of edible mushrooms in the region are so large that they are difficult to estimate. Practically all mushroom species traditionally collected in the Russian Federation are found here.
The main thing is to know where to look
The woodland of the region, including afforestation, accounts for approximately 14% of the entire territory. Coniferous forests (pine, larch, spruce) account for more than 13% of the local green fund. And mushroom places are located in the Tula region for the most part in the north and northwest. Among large and small-leaved species, oak, birch, linden, and aspen predominate. On the southern border with the forest-steppe there are oak-ash forests, in which you can also meet elm or maple.
So when and where is the best way to pick mushrooms, and which places are most favorable for this? First, you need to go after the recent rain. Secondly, towards the forest and away from people.
The best mushroom areas of the Tula region
The wooded part of the Odoyevsky district, once impassable, is famous for its abundant harvests of mushrooms, therefore, being in this area, you should definitely devote an hour or two to “quiet hunting”.
The most environmentally friendly local mushrooms are considered to be those growing in the Suvorov, Belev and Arsenyev regions. Chanterelles, boletus, white, mushrooms will replenish the collected collection of mushrooms. But it is impossible to offend the Leninsky district closest to Tula, as well as Yasnogorsky, Chernsky, Efremovsky, where you can easily pick the best mushrooms in the region, more than one basket. Here you will find butterflies, pigs, boletus, and many other species.
In those places where mushrooms grow abundantly, there should be a lot of heat and moisture. Mushroom pickers will be pleased with the unique mixed forests of Dubensky, Odoevsky districts and Aleksinsky pine forests. In addition to mushrooms, brown boletus, mushrooms, and chanterelles, here you can simultaneously collect a good harvest of hazelnuts, rose hips, strawberries and even raspberries. In general, the Tula region is truly rich in summer-autumn natural gifts. And mushroom places in the Tula region are spread literally everywhere.
Mushroom seasons
Almost all lovers know that mushrooms in the Tula region have a seasonal growth pattern, that is, each species has its own specific time. Mushrooms in Tula mixed and coniferous forests appear in waves, depending on weather conditions. Due to this, during the summer-autumn season, you can get into 3-4 alternating waves.
And although in this rich natural region you can pick mushrooms in the month of June, September is still considered the main mushroom month. Even in the warm autumn rainy season, mushroom places in the Tula region will give each collector two buckets of excellent specimens.
Mushrooms in June
After the earth warms up a bit with sunshine, the first mushrooms - morels - begin to appear. And although they are considered edible only after special processing, there are lovers to taste the dishes of morels. But according to popular belief, it is in those places where this mushroom was collected that the mushrooms will go next.
On the wet stumps and logs of deciduous trees you can find a fun company of honey mushrooms or colorful russula. All June mushrooms are usually called spikelets, since they appear during the ripening of rye.
July mushrooms of the Tula forests
The second summer month is rich in russula and honey mushrooms that grow in any forests - both deciduous and coniferous. Not far from the birch forest, you can pick up young and strong valuy, and in the pine groves after rains - butter.
Under the small-leaved trees, through which enough solar heat and light penetrate, oil moths and sows grow, and towards the end of the month even noble brown boletuses and aspen trees grow. In broad-leaved forests, mushroom pickers will grow out with delicious lumps and podgruzki.
In birch and mixed forests you can find a very cute and tasty mushroom thrush, admired by many. With proper processing, the white or pink thrush has a very pleasant taste, and looking for it in the forest is a pleasure, since the mushroom is large enough and grows in families.
But real lovers are waiting for ceps.
August mushrooms of Tula forests and oak forests
August is already the beginning of this season. So, seasonal mushrooms in the Tula region of 2014 were very diverse, and the harvest was rich in mushrooms, chanterelles, throats, mushrooms and boletus.
The beautiful yellow fox is not only tasty, but also rich in carotene content, which gives it value as a dietary product. She adores places sprinkled with needles and wrapped in moss. Grows in small groups, but incredibly productive.
Beloved porcini mushrooms and aspen mushrooms are actively growing from underground. White mushroom (boletus) is considered to be royal. Incredible taste, aroma and low calorie content are inherent in it. Depending on the growing conditions and age, it can be with a light or dark brown hat. It prefers both pine forest and mixed forests. Under good conditions, the height of his legs can reach 30 centimeters, and the diameter of the hat - 50 centimeters!
Description of mushrooms can go on forever. In general, this is the main month for picking mushrooms in the Tula region, when people try to stockpile their favorite species for the winter. They are dried, salted and pickled in order to enjoy the preparation of fragrant, healthy and tasty dishes for months.
Autumn mushrooms of the Tula region
In early autumn, mushroom pickers love to collect mushrooms and boletus, boletus, butter and mushrooms. During this period, collectors are looking for mushroom places in the Tula region where there are slopes and hills, most of the day lit by the sun.
The main autumn mushrooms are valui and chanterelles, although almost to frost you can find champignons and a family of honey mushrooms. Sometimes breasts, cyanosis and other species come across, but they are becoming less and less.
In the directories you can find a detailed description of mushrooms with illustrations, and then beginners will definitely not be mistaken in their searches. Although it is best if beginner mushroom pickers go camping together with connoisseurs. In the Tula region there are many hiking trails that are easily accessible by train or car. And the unique local forests are not only fertile, but environmentally friendly, so you should definitely go there and enjoy outdoor activities, clean air and come back with full baskets of first-class mushrooms.