The search for edible treasures has begun in earnest on Vancouver Island with people foraging for delectable fungi in some of the most abundant forests of the world. The great fall mushroom hunt is on and our Island is one of the best places to observe and forage for wild mushrooms, but hunters beware. Determining the difference between delicious and deadly can be tricky so be sure you know what you are picking before you start rummaging around the forest floor.