North Spore

North Spore Mushroom Cultivation, Foraging, and Education What began as a love for mushroom foraging has developed into an obsession with all things fungi.
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Our mission is to provide access to the mycological world through innovative mushroom cultivation, spawn production, and research. North Spore is the brainchild of three college friends with an admiration for all things related to the mycological world. That passion for foraging has evolved over time: these days any of us are likely to be found in our cultivation rooms growing oyster mushrooms, sh

iitakes, lion's mane, chestnut mushroom, king trumpets, and pioppinos, or tincturing the myriad medicinal polypores that grow in the Maine woods. Maybe we are at Fork Food Lab in Portland sautéing sh*takes with mirin and tamari; or perhaps it's the dried porcinis and chanterelles from our last mushroom walk that are taking the stage. North Spore produces 100% of the spawn used at its facility and also makes sawdust, plug, and grain spawn for other commercial and enthusiast growers. We take our commercial spawn customer's needs seriously and are fortunate to have both a mycologist with a Master's Degree in the field and a trained lab technician overseeing our in-house laboratory, culture bank, and spawn production. Regardless of whether we are sharing our favorite mushroom dishes, our knowledge of mushroom foraging and cultivation, or simply our overwhelming admiration for this often overlooked biological kingdom, we are striving to be a community hub for fungi enthusiasts; a place where people learn to love mushrooms as we do.

Lion's Mane mushrooms offer a unique blend of culinary appeal and an array of possible health benefits. More recently, w...
01/10/2025

Lion's Mane mushrooms offer a unique blend of culinary appeal and an array of possible health benefits. More recently, we are seeing an interest in its potential to alleviate symptoms of ADHD.

Lion's Mane mushrooms are renowned for their cognitive, gut, and immune health benefits, supported by bioactive compounds like erinacines and hericenones. With promising research and rich nutritional value, they offer a natural and versatile way to enhance overall wellness.

Great video by Jacques of Epic Gardening on how to successfully grow mushrooms indoors using fruiting blocks, Boomr Bin ...
01/08/2025

Great video by Jacques of Epic Gardening on how to successfully grow mushrooms indoors using fruiting blocks, Boomr Bin monotubs, and Spray & Grow Kits!

Bonus is that he shows how to make a simple Lion's Mane steak at the end!

If you ever wanted to grow mushrooms at home this is the video for you! I'll show you everything you need to know to grow great mushrooms indoors from basic ...

Blue Oyster mushrooms grown by our customer Ruth: "This was my first experience with a fruiting block. I harvested 24 ou...
01/04/2025

Blue Oyster mushrooms grown by our customer Ruth: "This was my first experience with a fruiting block. I harvested 24 ounces on day 11. I misted daily and kept a humidifier nearby. I'm excited to see how the next block does in a more controlled environment/monotub."

We’ve got something special in the works with Hamilton Morris 🤫😎
01/02/2025

We’ve got something special in the works with Hamilton Morris 🤫😎

12/31/2024
Winter Wellness Mushroom Mocktails anyone? 🍸🍄❄️On the holiday menu, we’ve got a zesty Lion’s Mane Citrus Smash with cran...
12/24/2024

Winter Wellness Mushroom Mocktails anyone? 🍸🍄❄️

On the holiday menu, we’ve got a zesty Lion’s Mane Citrus Smash with cranberry, orange, and lime, and a cozy, creamy Chaga White Russian featuring coffee and maple syrup. Mocktails made with our mushroom tinctures aren’t just a delicious alcohol-alternative - they can also help support your overall wellness in the season when you need it most. Lion’s mane is known for its neuroprotective properties while Chaga is renowned for its immune-boosting power - merry mocktails for your mind & body!

Recipes here: https://northspore.com/blogs/the-black-trumpet/mushroom-mocktail-recipes

In case you are wondering what to make with your homegrown or foraged (or store-bought) mushrooms for the holidays, we'v...
12/22/2024

In case you are wondering what to make with your homegrown or foraged (or store-bought) mushrooms for the holidays, we've collected 5 creative recipes from some of our favorite chefs: ‪Turnip Vegan, Spore to Fork, and Hank Shaw.

1. A smoky-sweet Lion’s Mane loaf
2. Savory Oyster mushroom stuffing
3. Roasted Chestnut mushrooms
4. Lion's Mane stuffed Shiitakes
5. Porcini tart (photo by Holly A. Heyser)

Check out the recipes here: https://northspore.com/blogs/the-black-trumpet/5-holiday-mushroom-recipes

"Stanford University researchers recently tracked 30 veterans who went through the treatment. The study, published in Ja...
12/18/2024

"Stanford University researchers recently tracked 30 veterans who went through the treatment. The study, published in January, found that symptoms of depression and PTSD abruptly dropped by nearly 90 percent, and remained lower a month later. M.R.I. scans indicated that some regions of the veterans’ brains were thicker a month after treatment than they were before."

Unable to find effective treatments at home, veterans with brain-injury symptoms are going abroad for psychedelics like ibogaine that are illegal in the U.S.

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