Tag Archives: first matsutakes

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I'm happy to report that the mated pair of Bald Eagles has once again paired up. They have been seen together near the Gualala River. Rozanne Rapozo was at the river when this Bald Eagle came in for a landing on a branch.

And here...wait for it...the eagle has landed!

Thanks to Rozanne for allowing me to share her photos with you here.

It's a spectacular day on the Mendonoma Coast! The Pacific Ocean has been active, with huge swells hitting the coast. It's sunny with temps in the 60's and some high clouds overhead. The breezes picked up this afternoon. The light this time of year is so beautiful - it has a golden glow. And, if it weren't already such a nice day, I found the first two matsutake mushrooms of the year. Very early this year!

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Holly McCarroll found this beauty, a delicious edible Porcini, aka King Bolete, aka Boletus edulis.

Catherine Miller found a pristine King Bolete today north of Gualala. It's been a strange year for the earlier mushrooms. Winter mushrooms are beginning to appear. The first Matsutakes have appeared, as have the first Hedgehogs. More to come in the days ahead!

Thanks to Holly for allowing me to share her photo with you here.

Sunny and mild today - temps in the mid 60's. We know it won't last, but we are enjoying the warmth today. Happy New Year!