Foreigner baffled by Lithuanians' passion for mushroom picking

A man named Nacho has voiced his bewilderment over a popular Lithuanian pastime: mushroom picking. He shared on social media that his Lithuanian girlfriend has an intense passion for foraging in the woods, wanting to go almost constantly. His friends have told him this is completely normal in Lithuania, prompting him to ask locals for an explanation. "I really need someone to explain this to me... Why are Lithuanians so crazy about mushroom picking? My girlfriend constantly wants to go mushroom picking and apparently, it's completely normal here. Lithuanians, what am I not understanding?! Is mushroom picking really an important Lithuanian tradition, or has my girlfriend just reached another level of obsession?" Nacho asked his followers. Lithuanians quickly responded, explaining that mushroom picking is not just a way to gather delicious, free food, but also an excellent opportunity to spend time in nature. "It's delicious and free food!" one commenter explained. "Mushroom picking is wonderful. I miss it a lot," wrote another. "Mushrooms are sacred food," a third succinctly described the Lithuanian perspective. Some netizens encouraged Nacho to join his girlfriend's hobby, suggesting he turn it into a full-day outing. "It's the best activity! Make it a full-day trip – pack sandwiches, drinks, and go for it!" one user advised.

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I really need someone to explain this to me... Why are Lithuanians so crazy about mushroom picking? My girlfriend constantly wants to go mushroom picking and apparently, it's completely normal here. Lithuanians, what am I not understanding?! Is mushroom picking really an important Lithuanian tradition, or has my girlfriend just reached another level of obsession?