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Community Harvest Events: Organizing Ethical Gleans

Discover how to organize ethical gleaning at community harvest events that empower local farmers and foster social change—continue reading to learn more.
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Wildfire Recovery Areas: Is It OK to Forage?

Learning about foraging in wildfire recovery areas reveals how responsible harvesting can support ecosystem healing and why caution is essential.
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Social Media & Spot Protection: To Geotag or Not

Breaking down the pros and cons of geotagging can help protect your privacy—discover how to stay safe while sharing your moments online.
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Avoiding Overharvest of Fiddleheads: Case Study

An analysis of sustainable fiddlehead harvesting practices reveals key strategies to prevent overharvesting and ensure long-term availability.
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Climate Change & Shifting Foraging Seasons

Theories about climate change reveal shifting foraging seasons in marine life, but what does this mean for our oceans’ future?
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Ecosystem Services: What Plants Give Back

What plants give back to ecosystems is vital for our well-being and the planet’s health—discover how their contributions shape a sustainable future.
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Foraging With Permits: Navigating Agencies and Rules

Lifting the veil on permits and regulations, learn how responsible foraging can be guided by agency rules to protect ecosystems and ensure sustainable harvesting.
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Herbarium Vouchers & Citizen Science: When to Collect

Growing your herbarium voucher collections at optimal times ensures accurate identification; learn when to collect for meaningful citizen science contributions.
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Urban Foraging Etiquette: Private Property & Public Trust

Keen urban foragers always respect property rights and public trust—discover essential etiquette tips to forage responsibly and ethically in your city.
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Invasive Removal Foraging: Safety, Strategy & Disposal

Learning safe invasive removal techniques is crucial for effective restoration—discover essential tips to protect yourself and restore ecosystems responsibly.