Steven Landseadel is a passionate mycologist and certified wild mushroom forager based in central Florida. He specializes in foraging education and mushroom identification, sharing his expertise with both beginners and seasoned mushroom enthusiasts. Steven’s fascination with the natural world began in childhood, when he imagined himself as a wildlife tour guide on National Geographic. That early curiosity evolved into a lifelong love for exploring forests, uncovering hidden treasures beneath the trees, and fostering a deep respect for the ecosystems that sustain us.
Steven is recognized as a trusted expert in his field. He is vetted by the Guided Mushroom Walks of North America, certified to sell foraged wild mushrooms by Mushroom Mountain L.L.C., and has over a decade of experience as a reliable mushroom identifier. Whether leading educational tours along the East Coast or speaking at one of the many mushroom festivals he attends annually, Steven is dedicated to inspiring others to connect with nature and discover the incredible world of fungi.
You might also find Steven at your local farmer’s market, offering an array of freshly foraged wild mushrooms—each one handpicked with care that very morning. Early risers may even spot him in the woods, moving with purpose through the underbrush. While it may seem random to the untrained eye, rest assured: Steven Landseadel is on a mission, and he will find the mushrooms!
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Public Mushroom Tours
Valentine's Day Mushroom Foray
Valentine's Day Mushroom Foray
🍄❤️ Valentine’s Day Mushroom Foray: Love at First Find!
In Hernando county, Withlacoochie State Forest, Florida
Join us on February 14th for a unique and exciting adventure with IGAS Tours! Whether you’re a couple or flying solo, this Valentine’s Day, we invite you to explore the enchanting world of fungi in a delightful mushroom scavenger hunt.
What to Expect:
- Team Up for Fun: Pair up with your partner, a friend, or join forces with fellow foragers! Compete in teams to find and identify a variety of mushrooms on our scavenger hunt list.
- Win Prizes: The first team to find and identify all the fungi on the list will take home a special prize!
Educational Highlights:
- Mushroom Identification: Learn how to distinguish between edible and poisonous mushrooms, ensuring you can forage safely!
- Identifying Features: Discover the key characteristics to look for when identifying different species.
- Hands-On Learning: Engage in practical education about mycorrhizal relationships and the fascinating roles mushrooms play in our ecosystem.
- Nature Inspiration: Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and get inspired by the wonders of the wild.
Bring your sense of adventure and a love for nature! This event promises not only to educate but also to create lasting memories—perfect for couples and single adventurers alike.
Join us for a day of fun, learning, and love for the great outdoors!**
Enchanted Fungi: A Winter Forage
Enchanted Fungi: A Winter Forage
Enchanted Fungi: A Winter Forage
Join us on February 16th at 10 AM for an enchanted adventure with IGAS Tours in Central Florida! Led by our passionate mycologist, Steven Landseadel, this foray invites both beginners and seasoned mushroom enthusiasts to explore Florida's unique ecosystem.
What to Expect:
- Guided Exploration: Embark on a journey through the woods as Steven shares his extensive knowledge of mushroom identification and foraging. Discover the fascinating diversity of fungi that thrive in our region.
- Connect with Nature: Immerse yourself in the beauty of Central Florida’s natural landscapes while gaining a deeper understanding of the vital roles mushrooms play in our ecosystem.
- Community Building: Take the opportunity to meet other nature enthusiasts and people who care about conserving our natural lands and forests. Join in the conversation and make lasting community connections.
Educational Highlights:
- Mushroom Basics: Anatomy, taxonomy, classification, safe storage, and preparation.
- Pro Foraging Tips: Understand the importance of sustainable foraging and how to respect the delicate balance of nature. Learn the preferred environments and trees for locating sought-after species of mushrooms.
- Fungi in Our Lives: Explore the myriad ways mushrooms contribute to the environment and their medicinal and culinary applications.
Bring your curiosity and a spirit of adventure! This event promises an enriching day filled with knowledge, exploration, socializing, and a newfound appreciation for the incredible world of fungi.
**Join us for an exciting hunt for mushrooms!**
Kids are welcome free admission 🎟️
Private Tour
Private Tour
Get a personalized tour with Steven Landseadel! Learn how to forage for wild mushrooms, confidently identify edible/medicinal species of mushrooms, their poisonous counterparts as well as how to properly store them. This can be a one on one experience, for a small group or a larger group of up to ten people.
Contact Steven at igastours@gmail.com to make private Tour arrangements today! We'll work together with you to pick the right venue and date for your very own mushroom adventure.
Would you like to know more about the mushrooms that grow on your property? Would you like to host your very own Mushroom hunt and invite your friends and family to join in on the fun? Would you like a one on one, hands on learning experience with a Mushroom forager at one of your favorite foraging spots? Let the expert come to you.
$150 for a 2 hour private Mushroom Tour for up to 10 people
NEW!!! IGAS Tours News 🎙️
Now featuring the interview with the Tampa Bay Times and Steven's appearance on The Sustainable Living Show, WMNF NPR radio
Lion's-Mane now on Sale!!
We now have freshly harvested Lions-mane mushrooms available! A seasonal choice edible of the forest and highly medicinal mushroom. Comes as dehydrated slices or powdered.
$25/6 oz
$20/4oz or $80 for 1 pound
We now have freshly harvested Lions-mane mushrooms available! A seasonal choice edible of the forest and highly medicinal mushroom. Comes as dehydrated slices or powdered.
$20/4oz or $80 for 1 pound
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Sale!
Turkey-tail (Trametes versicolor) 2 ozUS$20.00US$15.00 -
Sale!
1.5 oz Eastern Black Trumpets (Craterellus fallax) driedUS$25.00US$20.00 -
Sale!
1 lb Lion's-mane, WildUS$80.00US$75.00 -
Sale!
2 oz Mom in the Woods TincturesUS$15.00US$10.00