mushrooms and more mushrooms

So very recently I decided this was going to be the year I go mushroom hunting. I've had an interest in foraging for mushrooms for a few years now but I've never taken it upon myself to just go out and do it. Seeing as the Pacific North West has an abundance of wild mushrooms available I decided to make my way into the North Shore mountains to look around. My first day out I headed up to Grouse mountain and had some minor success, I found 2 chanterelles and 4 lobster mushrooms

My real goal has been to find Chanterelles, they're in season and are a great all purpose mushroom to eat. Im not out wandering in the woods to save money at the store by any means, I think this whole activity is fun and is a great excuse to get out into the wild for some exercise and learn about what's out there.
I'll admit that tonight I'm going to the Vancouver Mycological Society monthly meeting at Van Dusen Garden in hopes of learning more about mushrooms and some foraging tips.






My last two outtings have been a bust, but I really didnt spend enough time looking around. I need to learn more about what kind of area I should be looking for and which mountains provide that. Also where can I leave my car to go hiking around on the mountain side. I'm hoping to learn more at the meeting tonight about local mushrooms and hopefully get some helpful tips from members.