Maitake (Hen of the Woods) mushroom

We have been foraging the Blue Ridge Mountains for over 30 years, happy to share the wonders of nature with family and friends. A close friend suggested there may be countless others, worldwide, who would also love to partake of the diverse wild goods this area has to offer. Grandfather Medicinals is the platform I developed to share this unique goodness. I am continually awed by the people I have met in this undertaking. My time is best spent in the woods, so I keep processing, labeling, packaging, etc., to a minimum. I am happy to talk fungus and plants, whether any products are purchased or not. I keep finding that those who are involved or interested in such things are kind, good people. We all need more of that in our lives! Thank you for stopping in.