In the fall we pick wild mushrooms along with other varieties of wild greens. If you know what you're doing you can safely pick and enjoy some very tasty wild foods. Go with a pro before going alone - take your time to learn what's in your neck of the woods and NEVER eat ANYTHING you're not 100% sure is safe to eat.
Personally, I draw the line a bit short of 100%. It makes life more interesting that way.
My Grandpa use to go mushroom hunting but my mom would never let us eat them.
Gramps lived til his mid-80’s. I suspect he knew what he was doing!