Foraging & Mushroom Books
Edible and medicinal plants of the Northwest : Alaska, Western Canada & the Northwestern United States
Sept, J. Duane, 1950- author
2014
The forager's harvest : a guide to identifying, harvesting, and preparing edible wild plants
Thayer, Samuel, author
2006
Rather than cover hundreds of plants in abbreviated accounts like the typical field guide, the author has chosen a smaller selection of species to discuss in exhaustive detail, including only those plants he has eaten fifty times or more. This book contains as many as ten high-quality color photographs of each plant. These have been selected to facilitate identification and depict the plant parts at exactly the stage of growth in which they should be harvested. The accompanying text is accurate and thorough, giving readers of any experience level the confidence to harvest wild plants for food. Botanically, the text is accurate, yet it remains accessible to the layperson by using technical terms only when necessary. This book has many unique features that will appeal to naturalists, hikers, campers, survivalists, homesteaders, gardeners, chefs, Native Americans, and whole food enthusiasts. It contains a calendar of harvest times for wild produce, a step-by-step protocol for positive identification, an illustrated glossary tailored to the needs of foragers, a recommended reading list, plus special sections on conservation, safety, nutrition, harvest techniques, preparation methods, and storage. While this is not a regional guide, it will prove most useful to readers in the eastern US and Canada, the Rocky Mountains, and the Pacific Northwest.
Foraging with kids : 52 wild and free edibles to enjoy with your children
Nozedar, Adele, author
2018
A fun, informative and practical introduction to safely foraging with kids, from the UK's bestselling foraging author.
How to forage for mushrooms without dying : an absolute beginner's guide to identifying 29 wild, edible mushrooms
Hyman, Frank, author
2021
"This is the book for anyone who walks in the woods and would like to learn how to identify just the 29 edible mushrooms they're likely to come across. With Frank Hyman's expert advice and easy-to-follow guidelines, readers will be confident in identifying which mushrooms they can safely eat and which ones they should definitely avoid"-- Provided by publisher.
How to forage for wild foods without dying : an absolute beginner's guide to identifying 40 edible wild plants
Zachos, Ellen, author
2023
"How to Forage for Wild Foods without Dying is a book for anyone who likes to go on nature walks and would like to learn about the edible plants they're most likely to come across-no matter what region they're in. Author Ellen Zachos shares her considerable expertise, acquired over decades of foraging in every part of North America. She offers clear, concise descriptions of edible wild plants, in addition to any potential lookalikes, as well as critical information about proper harvesting, processing, and cooking"-- Provided by publisher.
Native American herbalist's Bible
Luta, Tatanka, author
2021
Are harsh artificial medicines stripping your body of its vitality? In the western world, more people are now addicted to “medicines” than ever before - and suffering harmful effects from these very drugs that were meant to help them. In fact, we’re being encouraged to use artificial chemicals to treat almost everything - even our children are being medicated just for being energetic. But it doesn't have to be this way… Long before Europeans arrived in America, generations of Native American’s learned the secrets of natural healing and were able to use the power of plants to maintain good health and create explosive levels of energy and vitality - rarely seen today. Best-selling author and herbalist Takanta Luta has transcribed the ancient teaching of Native American Herbalism in one powerful comprehensive bundle. Native American Herbalist's Bible includes his trusted encyclopedia and dispensary to help YOU unlock the benefits of 1,000s of years of forgotten natural health wisdom.
Wild remedies : how to forage healing foods and craft your own herbal medicine
Forêt, Rosalee de la, 1980- author
2020
Two expert herbalists inspire readers to rekindle their connection with nature by identifying, tending, and harvesting the plant medicine they find growing around them. Rosalee de la Forêt and Emily Han explain the benefits of 25 commonly found wild plants, many of which are also easy to grow. Readers will also find a wealth of recipes, remedies, crafts, and activities to bring the healing and transformative powers of these herbs to life.