Terms of Use

Last updated: May 1, 2026

These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of lindenhollow.org, operated by Linden Hollow (Business No. 876543210 RC0001), registered in British Columbia, Canada. By accessing this site, you accept these terms.

Nature of the Content

The content published on this site is provided for informational and educational purposes only. It describes characteristics of wild mushroom species found in Canada, seasonal fruiting patterns, and related ecological topics. Nothing on this site constitutes advice to consume any wild mushroom or plant.

Wild mushroom identification carries inherent risks. Field conditions, specimen variability, regional differences, and the limitations of written descriptions mean that no article or reference on this site can substitute for in-person identification by a qualified mycologist. The content here is supplementary to, not a replacement for, hands-on expertise.

Disclaimer of Liability

Linden Hollow accepts no responsibility or liability for:

  • Any illness, injury, or death resulting from the consumption of wild mushrooms, whether based on information from this site or otherwise
  • Any foraging decision made in reliance on content published here
  • The accuracy, completeness, or currency of information on external sites linked from this site
  • Interruptions to site availability or technical errors

To the maximum extent permitted under applicable Canadian law, all content is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

Intellectual Property

The text content published on this site is the property of Linden Hollow. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is not permitted. Brief quotations with attribution and a link to the original page are acceptable.

Images displayed on this site are sourced from Wikimedia Commons and are subject to their respective Creative Commons licences. Licence details are available on the Wikimedia Commons page for each image.

External Links

Links to external sites (including mycological societies, Health Canada, iNaturalist, and others) are provided for reference. Linden Hollow does not endorse the views or content of linked sites and is not responsible for information found on them.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the Province of British Columbia and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein. Any disputes arising from use of this site are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of British Columbia.

Changes to These Terms

These terms may be updated from time to time. The "last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the site after a revision constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Contact

Questions about these terms can be directed to:
Email: contact@lindenhollow.org
Post: Suite 310, 1090 West Georgia St, Vancouver, BC V6E 3V7, Canada
Phone: +1 (604) 555-0182