I am sorry for the high cost of shipping but it is out of my control. We try very hard to find the cheapest way to ship your orders to you, but we are at the mercy of UPS, FedEx or USPS Priority mail. If your total order (including packaging) weighs 2lb or less USPS is the best option. Over 2 pounds is best to use the UPS calculator to see what your shipping cost will be. We are pleased to say we DO NOT charge a handling fee. In the normal course of business Pistol River Dried Mushrooms and other products are shipped to you best way ground by either FedEx Ground or USPS Priority Mail depending on the weight of the packaged order. 2nd Day, 3 Day Select and Next Day Air are provided by UPS or FedEx and the appropriate charges will be applied to your total when you choose that option. If you would like your order shipped to you other than the above or if you have any shipping questions please make a note of your preference when you order or call our toll free number and we will try to accommodate you. Any additional charges will be added to the order total and charged to you. Pistol River Mushrooms is pleased to say that we DO NOT charge any additional Handling Fees!