Annie: Mushroom hunting was a family tradition when I was a kid. We usually went to areas in what is now Kickapoo State Park. Not only was the hunt a family event to hunt for mushrooms but also a good time for the adults to point out the spring flowering plants and trees - May Apples, Trillium, etc. They were usually around in early May - depending on the weather. Morels usually grow close to trees and under the leaves, so you need a paper bag and a stick. There was always an adult around to make sure you had only morels as most others are poisonous. My grandmother always went along so she usually cooked what we found. She coated them with flour and a little salt. They were fried in butter and served the night they were found. I assume they don't stay fresh very long. My family lived in Tilton, (Mother still does) which is southwest of Danvillle and northwest of Pilot Twp. Marv Hoppin