Tips for hunting in St. Croix county?

Discussion in 'Wisconsin' started by chelina, Apr 18, 2015.

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  1. Apr 18, 2015 #1
    chelina

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    Hello, this is only my second year mushroom hunting. I live in hudson in st. Croix county. I did not grow up in hudson so I am not well versed on the area. By no means am I asking where to go but but if someone has any tips on this area that would be great. I have only tried the nearby state park. Advice welcome
     
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  3. Apr 19, 2015 #2
    Old Elm

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    Chelina, welcome to the valley. Yes that park gets pounded hard,but there are loads of areas within 1/2 hour of hudson.
    Head on up to Fleet Farm, and ask them for a 2015 Wis DNR trout regulation pamphlet, it's got a map of all the trout streams by county. Trout streams almost always have foot accessibility, Apple river, ten mile creek, Willow & the kinnincanic,Rush river, ect..... all good spots, plus we always cross the boarder into Minn and raid them cause nobody over there seems to ever be out. Have a GRAND season & good luck.
     
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  5. Apr 19, 2015 #3
    buckthornman

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    oldelm don't make me drive all that way! lol Anywho some one posted the schrooms are ahead of the trees. That's how I'm seeing it here.The lilacometer is way off this year.
     
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  6. Apr 19, 2015 #4
    chelina

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    Thanks so much OldElm! great advice, exactly what I needed. Also what time of day do you like going hunting? I found I could see them best around 7am, but I am curious. Buckthornman, what is the lilacometer?
     
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  7. Apr 19, 2015 #5
    Old Elm

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    Chelina, I like hunting them anytime of day, but morning are best cause the Ticks are slower then. :wink: Buckthorn was referring to the lilac's blooming, which is one sign people use to gauge when the flush is in its prime. We have a whole bag of tricks/customs to use. # 1 is to be out there often, and hit lots & lots of different places. Have you been out yet? Hint ramps are up & decent size, no fiddle heads yet.
     
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  8. Apr 19, 2015 #6
    chelina

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    Yeah I went out about a week ago just to a local park to scout a future location, will be going out Tuesday for ramps. Thanks for all the info. Now I know where to go to ask questions! Best of luck!
     
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  9. Apr 19, 2015 #7
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    Hey Old Elm, when in your opinion will they start to hit in Twin cities metro area? Buckthorn, tree in last 2 days really started to leaf out alot, looking better. Will have to check the lilacometer myself.
     
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  10. Apr 19, 2015 #8
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    Old elm how bout Little brown Bird with the long beekometer:) had one in the yard yesterday.:):)
     
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  11. Apr 19, 2015 #9
    buckthornman

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    Lilacometer said last year this time already pick in.
     
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  12. Apr 19, 2015 #10
    buckthornman

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    Yes old elm. I,'ve been studying the lilac theory for long time. No fiddles here either.
     
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  13. Apr 19, 2015 #11
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    Old elm, are you saying you watch ramps as a morel indicator? Ramps are looking great here in Polk County! Noticed the lilacs at my place are just starting to bud. I'm getting excited :)
     
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  14. Apr 20, 2015 #12
    Old Elm

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    Chelina, if you want company tmrrw(Tues) let me know?, as I'm planning on being out for awhile in the A.M.
     
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  15. Apr 20, 2015 #13
    chelina

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    Thanks OldElm! But I have a ramp foraging date with my sweetie planned
     
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  16. Apr 20, 2015 #14
    Old Elm

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    Chelin, it ought to be perfect timing, can't wait to cook up a batch. Have fun & enjoy. Post some pictures of your haul.
     
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  17. Apr 20, 2015 #15
    chelina

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    How do I post pics?
     
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  20. Apr 20, 2015 #18
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  21. Apr 20, 2015 #19
    chelina

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    So I make these. Thought you guys would enjoy them. They were a special order for a customer.
     
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  22. Apr 20, 2015 #20
    Old Elm

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    Those are great, of course the morel is my FAV..... Nice!
     
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