Chapter
9

Obtaining and Storing Psilocybin

How you acquire medicine depends on where you live. Because psilocybin is a highly controlled substance in many jurisdictions, obtaining it may require you to take actions that are illegal or in a legal gray zone. Here, we provide you with the information you need to make informed decisions, but please note that you are ultimately responsible for all of your own actions.

Here are some suggested options for sourcing psilocybin:

  1. Grow your own.‍
  2. Forage in the wild (please read this warning about identifying mushrooms before taking this route).
  3. Purchase from a reputable website.
  4. Ask trusted friends and family members.
  5. Find experienced psychonauts who may be open to helping you.

For more options, consider reading this in-depth article on where you can buy magic mushrooms.

Proper storage is vital for psilocybin to retain its potency, especially if you intend to store it long-term. We recommend keeping psilocybin in the refrigerator or in a cool, dark cabinet or pantry area. In this way, dried mushrooms can last many months and sometimes a year or more.

The enemies of successful long term mushroom storage are light, oxygen, moisture, and heat. Mason jars and other airtight containers are great storage devices, especially if they are treated to be UV resistant. An easy way to convert a mason jar into a top-of-the-line storage vessel is to wrap the container in window tint.

Make sure you monitor your storage container for moisture or fogging, as humidity can build up and cause spoilage. You can use a desiccant or humidity pack to keep things dry.

Vacuum sealing is an effective way to keep dried mushrooms fresh over long periods. Consider reading this article for a full discussion about storing your mushrooms.

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