American Lotus: Uses, Processing, Lookalikes, and More
American lotus Nelumbo lutea may be the greatest staple wild food in all of North America. Yet, somehow more Americans know about its Asian cousin than their own native plant! […]
How to make Black Walnut Tofu
This recipe was developed by my wife and I am very excited to be sharing it with you! Before we started this experiment, we weren’t sure if it would work, […]
10+ Essential Tools and Supplies for Foragers
In this article, you’ll learn the top tools and supplies that are essential for foraging! I’ve divided this into several sections based on the context within foraging. The recommendations I’m […]
Black Walnut: Gathering, Cleaning, Cracking, and Benefits
Black walnuts are one of the most abundant and widespread tree nuts in North America. They are easily recognized by their large, round green fruits, which fall to the ground […]
Elderberry: Benefits, Lookalikes, Safety and Processing
Elderberry is one of the greatest wild fruits on the planet. They are growing in popularity due to their traditional medicinal uses, but they have many food uses you shouldn’t […]
American Lotus Bread (Cornbread)
American lotus cornbread is my favorite recipe made with lotus nuts. It has an incredible texture and flavor that many people will immediately recognize. I’m almost reluctant to call this […]
Mimosa Tree (Albizia): Uses, Identification, and Precautions
Albizia, often called Mimosa Tree, Persian Silk Tree, or the “Tree of Happiness,” is a popular wild tree that is used to alleviate anxiety, depression, and insomnia. In this article, […]
Wood Sorrel: Identification, Uses, and Precautions
Wood sorrel (Oxalis) is one of the best wild edible plants in the world. Learn how to find and identify it, common lookalikes, and important precautions.
Eating Cicadas | The Ultimate Guide
Precautions Before considering adding cicadas to your diet, it’s important to take certain precautions. If you have a shellfish allergy, you might also be allergic to cicadas due to the […]
Identifying Water Hemlock in Winter
Water Hemlock (Cicuta) is a deadly poisonous plant from the carrot family. Here, we learn the important characteristics to recognize it in the wintertime.
