Do Something Wild
Discover the benefits of plantago major, a nutritious and medicinal weed that can be found in lawns, gardens, and other moist areas. Learn how to forage and prepare this versatile plant, including tips for making plantain tea and using the seeds to make flour. Find out how plantago major can support respiratory health, aid in digestion, and more.
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Want to learn how to identify and safely forage for wild edible plants? Check out these top five resources, which include comprehensive guides, online databases, and communities where you can get help and advice from experienced foragers. From field guides to detailed descriptions and illustrations, these resources will help you learn about the many delicious and nutritious plants that can be found in the wild.
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Looking for the top resources for identifying wild mushrooms? Check out these five options, which include helpful guides, identification keys, and online communities where you can ask for help and advice. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned mushroom hunter, these resources will help you accurately identify and enjoy the delicious and sometimes mysterious fungi that can be found in the wild.
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Foraging for edible plants, mushrooms, seafood, and other wild treasures is more than a way to eat — it’s a way to live with the seasons. I still remember my first chanterelle harvest: kneeling in damp moss, the air laced with pine and woodsmoke, fingers tingling from the October chill. Bringing those golden caps home, brushing off the forest floor, and hearing the faint sizzle as they met the hot pan was the moment I understood that wild food isn’t just sustenance — it’s a sensory experience. Once you’ve gathered your finds, the key to a memorable meal is safe preparation and flavor‑boosting techniques. Below are three tried‑and‑true methods, each with cooking guidance to keep both taste and safety in[…]
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I love a good catch and cook regardless of the species. Across the country lakes and rivers are fighting a variety of invasive species. From mussels to aquarium escapees the problem costs states millions of dollars each year. It is important that all outdoors men and woman do their part to prevent the spread of these species. Be sure to wash your boat when switching bodies of water, never release aquarium pets into the wild, and eat the invasive every chance you get. In some areas of the country outdoors lovers along with some local chefs are discovering that the invasive Asian Carp is actually a great tasting fish. Here in Florida one of my first discoveries were the invasive[…]
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