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Foraging as a Way of Life : A Year-Round Field Guide to Wild Plants
by Mikaela Cannon and Nancy J. Turner
Overview
Reconnect with nature and nourish your family year-round. Foraging as a Way of Life helps you to safely identify, harvest, and prepare wild edible plants every season, turning everyday walks into meals from the land.
What You'll Learn
- Year-round foraging made easy -- Discover five edible plants each month, from roots and nuts to berries and mushrooms, for a full year of seasonal, local eating.
- Confidence in plant and mushroom identification -- Vibrant photos and detailed descriptions help you safely distinguish edible species and avoid lookalikes.
- Practical, delicious recipes -- Make rosehip soup, pan-fried dandelion flowers, birch-bark cookies, chicory chocolate bars, and more.
- Sustainable and ethical harvesting -- Learn to forage responsibly, protect habitats, and honor Indigenous and ecological knowledge.
- Hands-on connection to nature -- Ideal for gardeners, hikers, families, and anyone wanting to live lightly on the land while increasing food security.
With a foreword by ethnobotanist Nancy Turner, this beautifully illustrated guide blends herbal wisdom, practical foraging skills, and a deep appreciation for the natural world.
Shortlisted for the 2025 Taste Canada Awards: Culinary Narratives.
Start your foraging journey today and transform local fields and forests into a nourishing, sustainable pantry for your family and community.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9780865719972
- ISBN-10: 0865719977
- Publisher: New Society Publishers
- Publish Date: April 2024
- Dimensions: 8.9 x 7.5 x 1 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.35 pounds
- Page Count: 328
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