Ivan enjoys hikes in nature to seek and forage, as he’s always learning mushroom mycology, as well as a good soak no matter the season!
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Learn MoreIvan loves sharing his mushroom finds and learning the importance of properly identifying them and learning edible possibilities. Ivan loves investigating his surroundings out in the wild while seeking mushrooms and has a keen eye for wild animals and critters as well that may clue him in to his bounty.
Ivan loves Otodus Megalodon knowing it’s extinct but is historically the largest shark ever!
Ivan loves being with his friends outside and sharing stories of wildlife and mushrooms. Ivan loves being at the coast to watch the season’s migratory patterns and sharing observations with family and friends.
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