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Ironhead:
Those are NOT Verpas.

cjjcb:
Agreed

The OP picture looks Gyromitra…
https://www.google.com/search?q=gyromitra+esculenta&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-us&client=safari

Castlerockers description sounds like Verpas, but obviously don’t know without photos.

RobinHoodlum:
The ones in pics indeed appear to be among the false morel or brain mushroom (genus = Gyromitra). But, possibly also Helvella (elfin saddles) as the two genus are easily confused by novices Since most Gyromitra are seriously poisonous, all should be avoided unless you're really good at identification.

Verpa bohemica, on the other hand, are among the thimble morels. These are the ones associated with cottonwoods in W. WA. Their true common name is 'early morel'. They are edible, but proceed with caution. They can cause stomach cramps/distress and loss of muscular coordination. Different responses for different people. Cook thoroughly and eat small portions. Especially if you're never had them. Pickin is good for them right now BTW!

cjjcb:
Good stuff, RH…

I would add that typically Helvella hits it’s peak around November, thats why Im more inclined to think its gyro, usually peaks spring/summer, based on the photo and time of year…

Trapper John:

Great info guys.
I found these mushrooms in the grass behind my camping trailer.  There use to be a Blue Spruce tree there a couple of years ago.
I did what you guys said.
I went out and "cut one down" (it's hugh) about 4" high and about 3" wide
and full of bugs.

Here a couple pictures of it.
Thanks for the information
JC   :hello:

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