How much do you know about which wild plants you can eat, and which ones you should avoid? This information is absolutely essential if you’re foraging, or if you find yourself lost and need to find something to eat to survive. Perhaps you are interested in learning more about how to identify, gather, and prepare edible wild plants. Maybe you’re thinking about setting out on a journey—one that will require you to forage as part of your expedition. You want to make sure you know everything you possibly need, so you don’t eat the wrong thing and get the most out of every wild plant you can eat. Or perhaps you have never been confident to plan this sort of trip before, because you don't have enough knowledge. Well, that won’t be an issue any longer!Foraging in the Pacific Northwest is the complete beginner’s guide to preparing and eating edible wild plants. No clue how to identify and gather edible wild plants? It doesn’t matter if you have some experience or no experience in foraging—this book will teach you everything you need to know. Our ancestors would forage food as their main way to eat each day. Foraged wild plants made up the majority of their diets. It’s in our history and our blood to be great foragers, and this book will help you tap into that. Over the years, less and less people have taken an interest in foraging, as modern society rarely requires us to do so. But, as we become more environmentally conscious, and more people are looking to get back to nature in an attempt to reduce the stress that modern life brings, more and more people want to learn about foraging. Inside Foraging in the Pacific Northwest, discover: The types of edible plants in the Pacific Northwest Poisonous plants in the Pacific Northwest A forager’s backpack Safety first: rules to remember Protecting the land: guidelines for ethical foraging How to forage with kids Medicinal uses for foraged plants Water bath and pressure canning Ways to preserve your harvest Recipes with foraged plants A mini-guide with colored images of plants – make sure to scan the QR code in the book to get access to all the plants in color. And much, much more!

CLICK HERE to download the section on foraging for field mustard with four sample recipes from Northwest Foraging * Suitable for novice foragers and seasoned botanists alike * More than 65 of the most common edible plants in the Pacific Northwest are thoroughly described *Poisonous plants commonly encountered are also included Originally published in 1974, Northwest Foraging quickly became a wild food classic. Now fully updated and expanded by the original author, this elegant new edition is sure to become a modern staple in backpacks, kitchens, and personal libraries. A noted wild edibles authority, Doug Benoliel provides more than 65 thorough descriptions of the most common edible plants of the Pacific Northwest region, from asparagus to watercress, juneberries to cattails, and many, many more! He also includes a description of which poisonous "look-alike" plants to avoid -- a must-read for the foraging novice. Features include detailed illustrations of each plant, an illustrated guide to general plant identification principles, seasonality charts for prime harvesting, a selection of simple foraging recipes, and a glossary of botanical terms. Beginning with his botany studies at the University of Washington, Doug Benoliel has been dedicated to native plants. He has owned a landscaping, design, and nursery business, and done his extensive work with the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS). Doug lives on Lopez Island, Washington.

More than 370 edible wild plants, plus 37 poisonous lookalikes, are described here, with 400 drawings and 78 color photographs showing precisely how to recognize each species. Also included are habitat descriptions, lists of plants by season, and preparation instructions for 22 different food uses.

The founder of Wild Food Adventures presents the definitive, fully illustrated guide to foraging and preparing wild edible greens. Beyond the confines of our well-tended vegetable gardens, there is a wide variety of fresh foods growing in our yards, neighborhoods, or local woods. All that’s needed to take advantage of this wild bounty is a little knowledge and a sense of adventure. In Edible Wild Plants, wild foods expert John Kallas covers easy-to-identify plants commonly found across North America. The extensive information on each plant includes a full pictorial guide, recipes, and more. This volume covers four types of wild greens: Foundation Greens: wild spinach, chickweed, mallow, and purslane Tart Greens: curlydock, sheep sorrel, and wood sorrel Pungent Greens: wild mustard, wintercress, garlic mustard, and shepherd’s purse Bitter Greens: dandelion, cat’s ear, sow thistle, and nipplewort

How much do you know about which wild plants you can eat, and which ones you should avoid? You want to make sure you know everything you possibly need, so you don't eat the wrong thing and get the most out of every wild plant you can eat. That won't be an issue any longer! Foraging in the Pacific Northwest is the complete beginner's guide to preparing and eating edible wild plants. It doesn't matter if you have some experience or no experience in foraging-this book will teach you everything you need to know. Over the years, less and less people have taken an interest in foraging, as modern society rarely requires us to do so. Inside Foraging in the Pacific Northwest, discover: The types of edible plants in the Pacific Northwest Poisonous plants in the Pacific Northwest A forager's backpack Safety first: rules to remember Recipes with foraged plants A mini-guide with colored images of plants - make sure to scan the QR code in the book to get access to all the plants in color. And more!

Are you searching for a thrilling and informative outdoor activity? Do you want to discover more about the broad, medicinal, and edible wild plants that thrive in the Pacific Northwest? Then, stay with me for a memorable foraging adventure! Foraging for wild edible plants is a long-standing method of procuring food from nature's abundance. It is not only a fun and informative experience, but it can also avail you with a sustainable and unlimited supply of nourishment. Whether you're a novice looking to gain confidence in the basics of foraging wild plants or a seasoned foraging enthusiast seeking to hone your skills, this practical guidebook has you covered. It features essential information on plant identification, health, and safety precautions, ethical foraging practices, handy tips and tricks, and detailed profiles of common edible plants in the pacific northwest region. By the time you are done reading this foraging field guide, you'll be comfortable and knowledgeable enough to forage edible wild plants in your very own backyard and the wild. And with the abundance of wild foods at your disposal, you would be able to whip up delicious and healthy meals in no time. Below is a sneak peek of what is discussed in this book; 1. Sustainable and ethical foraging practices you should observe. 2. Tips on adhering to the practice of safe foraging 3. Detailed information on common wild edibles native to the Pacific Northwest, with visuals to aid identification. 4. The ideal habitat for cultivating wild edibles. 5. When and how to harvest wild edible plants, including processing wild edibles for storage. 6. Delicious and healthy recipes you can prepare at home from a collection of your harvested wild edibles, both for food and medicinal purposes. And so much more… With this comprehensible guidebook, any beginner or experienced forager can confidently launch into the wild to harvest healthy wild edibles safely and effectively. All you need is rapt and careful attention as you flip through the pages of this field guide. So, what more are you still holding out for? Get started RIGHT NOW by grabbing a copy of this book.

Detailed descriptions of edible mushrooms; tips on finding, preparing, and using mushrooms; a glossary of botanical terms; color photos. Use Foraging Mushrooms as a field guide or as a delightful armchair read. No matter what you’re looking for, be it the curative Heal-All or a snack, this guide will enhance your next backpacking trip or easy stroll around the garden, and may just provide some new favorites for your dinner table.