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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.

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Dig This: We Can Protect Wild American Ginseng – By George Lindemann

February 22, 2021February 23, 2021 Joe@EatThePlanet 0 Comments
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Author: George Lindmann of www.coalcreek.com Throughout the year, my four kids and I organize our snake boots, our chigger repellant,

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The Wonder of Slugs: Nuisance or Delicacy?

February 21, 2021 hsweet 0 Comments
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Do you have any childhood stories of a sibling, or perhaps even yourself, eating garden worms? How about slugs? It’s

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The Story of the American Chestnut

February 6, 2021 hsweet 0 Comments
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The American chestnut tree (Castanea dentata) was once a common find within it’s range of habitat across the Northeastern states.

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The Story of the American Cranberrybush

February 6, 2021 hsweet 0 Comments
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The American Cranberrybush (Viburnum trilobum) is a deciduous shrub that produces small edible, ruby red berries in the fall. Whilst

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American Beech, Majestic Canopies and a Woodland Snack

February 6, 2021 hsweet 0 Comments American Beech
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American Beech (Fagus grandifolia) is a grand species of beech, native only to North America and small pockets of South

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Saffron, a Highly Prized Spice of Luxury and Healing

February 6, 2021 hsweet 0 Comments
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Saffron is the extremely prized spice that is harvested from the saffron crocus (Crocus sativus). It has a long and

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Wild Appalachian Ginseng, Coveted and in Need of Protection

February 6, 2021 hsweet 0 Comments
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Panax quinquefolius or Panacis quinquefolis, known to many as American Ginseng, is rocketing into the limelight as a hugely popular

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Wild Leek, Wildly Popular with Sustainable Foraging a Must

February 6, 2021 hsweet 0 Comments
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Allium tricoccum, known by many as wild leek, is a species of onion native to many parts of North East

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Wild Bay Leaf: A Fragrant and Versatile Plant

January 22, 2021January 23, 2021 WR35 0 Comments
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An Introduction to Wild Bay leaf Umbellularia californica or Wild Bay Leaf as it’s called is another Native American plant/tree

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Monarda Fistulosa - American Herb
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Wild Bergamot: The leafy healer we always needed

January 22, 2021January 23, 2021 WR35 0 Comments
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An Introduction to Wild Bergamot (A Native American Herb):  The Wild Bergamot is a Native American herb that lies in

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American Wild Mint

January 22, 2021January 27, 2021 WR35 0 Comments
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An Introduction to Wild Mint: Mentha candensis, or American Wild Mint, is an extant mint species and Native American Herb

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Mugwort, an Age-Old Herb that Uncovers Our Herbal History

July 14, 2020 hsweet 1 Comment
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Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris), has a long and prominent history throughout many cultures as a herb of healing, spiritual protection and

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5 Yard Weeds You Can Forage From Home

June 29, 2020 hsweet 1 Comment
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  Foraging for wild and edible plants does not have to take you far from home. Whilst some plants will

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5 Common Trees with Edible Leaves

June 6, 2020June 17, 2020 hsweet 3 Comments
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Many of those who are new to foraging for wild plants and fruits are often surprised to learn that a

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Common Reed (Phragmites), an Age Old Sweet Treat

May 22, 2020June 17, 2020 hsweet 0 Comments
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Common Reed (Phragmites australis subsp. americanus), is a subspecies of tall, perennial wetland grass that is native to the US.

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Wild Parsnip, Flagrant Foilage but a Tasty Taproot

May 22, 2020May 22, 2020 hsweet 0 Comments
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Wild parsnip (Pastinaca sativa), is a fairly well known biennial garden vegetable and a member of the carrot and parsley

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Eastern Prickly Pear, Hardy Spines Hiding a Sweet Treat

May 21, 2020May 21, 2020 hsweet 0 Comments
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Eastern prickly pear (Opuntia humifusa), is a species of cacti that is a common occurrence in sandy and dry soils

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Evening Primrose, a Nutritious and Medicinal Garden Favorite

May 19, 2020May 19, 2020 hsweet 0 Comments
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Evening Primrose (Oenothera biennis), is a common weed, or wildflower, found throughout the northeastern and midwestern states. Other curious names

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Waterlily, a Decorative and Nutritious Wild Edible

May 19, 2020May 19, 2020 hsweet 0 Comments
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Waterlily (Nymphaea spp.), a beautiful, staple feature in many garden ponds. But did you know the ornate water lily is

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Yellow Pond Lily, Cheerful Blooms and Popcorn like Snacks

May 15, 2020May 15, 2020 hsweet 0 Comments
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Yellow pond lily (Nuphar spp.), is the name given to a number of species within the Nymphaeaceae family. With the

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