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I’m making a catalog and I’m not sure what these three Rexes are. Any help would be amazing. Thank you!

I found these growing under shade surrounded by cottonwoods. It’s just rained. The gills, button, and stem looks like chanterelles. A slight nutty or mildly fruity smell but this isn’t my forte.
Both inaturalist and my Mushroom ID app identify them as chanterelles, but they’re mixed on which variety.

Unfortunately, due to some unexpected circumstances, I could use a quick infusion of cash and am considering selling some of my duplicate Kenner figures. Does anyone know if these particular dinos have any value? I’ve been trying to research online and the data is all over the place, so I hope someone can point me in the right direction. Thanks!

This park is gorgeous! This was taken just before the weather got really hot. There were a TON of people here, maybe one of the busiest National Parks I’ve ever been to. And way too many people were going off path for photos despite the signs instructing to stay on the trail. But despite that, the Skyline Trail is worth all the hype. Just beautiful. I’m planning to come back in the fall when there’s less crowds.

I would love to make some mulberry jam this year but I’ve never picked them before. When is the best time to grab these berries? Thanks!

These look a little old but still a cool looking mushroom! I think they’re coral but I’m not 100% sure.

I’m putting together a small essentials bag for longer day hikes but I want to be sure I’m not missing anything obvious. Most of my hikes are between 3-6 hours in local state parks. I’m in the Midwest so it’s starting to get warm, so I don’t think I need a layer. I carry a GPS but usually have reception in these places. I keep a spare down jacket and rain jacket in my car.
The bag by the Lifestraw is a headlamp with spare batteries btw. I always carry snacks and a full water bottle as well.
Thanks!

Found these beautiful mushrooms growing out of a pussy willow tree (I think?). They look like oysters to me. iNaturalist says it’s an Aspen Oyster, which I’m not familiar with. I usually see Elm and Indian Oysters in this park. White, spongy texture, flaky gills, no second ring, white on the inside, not a strong scent, seem to be pretty fresh, very few bugs.

Just a beautiful park and there were very few tourists. Despite it being early May, the trails were mostly open.

Early May is a perfect time to be here. Crowds haven’t poured in yet but the weather is crisp and cool.