Search in early spring when soil temperatures warm and daytime weather is mild
Look near dead or dying elm, ash, apple, and poplar trees
Check recently burned forest areas
Search along creek bottoms, riverbanks, and moist wooded slopes
Focus on edges of woods, old orchards, and disturbed ground
Look in areas with rich, well-drained soil and leaf litter
Search after warm rains followed by sunny days
Scan the ground carefully for honeycomb-shaped caps
Move slowly and inspect both open patches and shaded spots
Return to productive areas each spring
Use a mesh bag for collecting
Verify identification before eating any wild mushroom