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Dogs on the Trail: Plant Damage & Best Practices

Banning careless dog walking preserves delicate ecosystems—discover essential tips to protect plants and wildlife on your next trail adventure.
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Crabapples: Urban Foraging and Pectin Power

Gorgeous and abundant, crabapples offer urban foraging opportunities and natural pectin benefits that will inspire you to discover their full potential.
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Community Harvest Events: Organizing Ethical Gleans

Sustainable and ethical gleaning at community harvest events requires thoughtful planning, but uncovering how to truly honor all involved is an ongoing journey.
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Wintergreen (Teaberry): Leaves, Berries & Oil of Gaultheria

An exploration of Wintergreen (Teaberry): leaves, berries, and oil of Gaultheria reveal natural flavors and health secrets waiting to be uncovered.
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Wildfire Recovery Areas: Is It OK to Forage?

Keen foraging in wildfire recovery areas can reconnect you with nature, but understanding potential risks is essential before diving in.
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Wild Sorrel Vs Clover: Sour Greens Compared

Wild sorrel versus clover offers distinct flavors and health benefits—discover which sour green deserves a spot in your kitchen and why.
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Social Media & Spot Protection: To Geotag or Not

Learning when to geotag your posts can help protect your privacy while staying connected—discover how to make safer social media choices today.
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Dock Seeds: Late‑Season Grain for the Larder

Seek out dock seeds, a nutritious late-season grain that can transform your larder—and discover how to harvest and enjoy their health benefits.
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Avoiding Overharvest of Fiddleheads: Case Study

Discover how mindful harvesting practices can prevent overharvesting of fiddleheads and ensure their survival for future seasons.
cold season cattail starch extraction

Cattail Rhizomes: Starch Extraction in Cold Months

Biological methods for extracting cattail rhizome starch during cold months reveal essential tips to maximize yield and preserve your harvest effectively.