A Basic skill of any survivalist, woodsman, naturalist, herbalist, apocalypticist, hobbyist or hunter. Being able to identify wild edible plants has an almost mystic image because throughout history this skill done correctly leads to life and incorrectly could lead to illness or death. This is one of the oldest and most respected skills worldwide. Foraging for wild edible plants has always been one of the foundations for mankind’s ability to survive and thrive in different climates.
In the world of herbs, few possess the versatility and hidden benefits of purple dead nettle. Often overlooked, this unassuming herb carries a rich history
When you see evergreen trees is your first thought to consume them? Probably not. However, you may want to reconsider as pine needles are
Both members of the mint family and Lamium genus, henbit (Lamium amplexicaule) and dead nettle (Lamium purpureum) are common finds on winter walks and spring
Have you ever noticed the tangle of wild roses growing along tree lines or among the hedgerows? Come late summer or early fall, the petals
Spearleaf stonecrop (Sedum lanceolatum) is a yellow flowering succulent plant found in the Pacific Northwest and across the western United States. Spearleaf stonecrop grows in
One of the most commonly available seaweeds a forager can find is Sea Lettuce (Ulva lactuca). A member of the Ulvaceae family, sea lettuce has