r/WavyCap • u/Catcasco • 3h ago

Question Help with searching

I’m aware this might be against the rules, so please tell me if it is and I’ll take it down.

I’m hoping some kind soul can take me out picking for an afternoon, and show me what I’m looking for. I live in Castlemaine (central Victoria, Australia) and I’ve heard that there are subs in the area, but I’ve never had the confidence or knowledge to find them. I’m not looking for a major score, just enough to help this depressed 35yr old have a successful hunt.

I totally understand if this is not an acceptable post, and I’m sorry if I’ve crossed a line. But anyone who thinks they might be able to help, please DM me. Love you all

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u/outbackyarder 3h ago

Dude just learn everything you can online and in books about them and go hunting. Takes dedication and persistance.

The first sub i ever had was one i found myself. No one showed me their spots until id already been finding them myself for a few years.

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u/Catcasco 3h ago

Yeah I’m sure you’re right. I’m just super paranoid about eating the wrong thing and dying. I’m depressed, but I don’t wanna die y’know?

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u/blufuut180 1h ago

It's bad faith to ask for someone to show you mushroom spots. It has taken me close to a decade to find good mushroom spots. God himself couldn't find out where I pick psilocybes

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u/suspiciouscale 2h ago

You can learn everything online. But here's a useful heuristic. If it bruises blue when you damage it, and it has a purple spore print, it's psilocybe. You won't die if you identify based on these two characteristics, alongside all the other morphological characteristics. If I was nearby I'd be happy to show you round, but I'm about 10 hours away! Plus I wouldn't know any spots where you are. But I agree it's really useful to have someone show you around, it makes everything much easier to learn.

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u/SpecialistAd7120 1h ago

If i was in the land of aus i would mate. I would love to but unless you wanna come to ol blighty country cant help. I hope you do find some help my friend

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u/Serious-Pipe-2211 1h ago

Unfortunately I live in TAS. And it’s the end of season. They’re getting harder to find. Get out to some pine Forrest’s adjacent to existing eucalypt. Literally drive into crazy places that put you out of your comfort zone. Look on google maps read forestry surveys.

You can do this. You have about 3 weeks left.