Since you don't find many Blacks that may be why you kick off your season so late. While I was down there picking I didn't find any Blacks. Seems to be alot of \"dead\" areas in the states I have picked when it comes to the Black Morels. I'll be heading to Ohio to guide kids on the youth weekend there. I'm sure I'll pick some Morels while there, but I have yet to find good finds during the hunts there, just the Half-free Morels, but lots of them. I'll be missing out on some good picking here during those days. But it is worth it, I really enjoy seeing the kids have a great time hunting, fishing, hiking, etc.. I hope you have a great Morel Season and I'll be watching for posts/updates. Good luck to you !