FORAGING – WILD EDIBLES, PLANTS & FUNGI19 Videos

Recommended Books & Guides On Wild Edibles & Medicinal Plants

Hey guys in this video we go over some of the books and guides that I recommend for foraging wild edibles and medicinal plants. There are thousands of books on this subject and today we talk a bit about some things you might want to keep in mind when looking for books on plants. Things […]

Wild Edible Plants From Dirt To Plate By John Kallas – Book Review

Today I review one of the best books on the subject of edible plants. A book that is designed to give you a comprehensive understanding of the plants it covers. While it may only cover 15 plants, the depth at which it covers them is almost unmatched in the subject. Wild Edible Plants From Dirt […]

Wild Ginger Identification

In this video we take a look at Wild Ginger and it’s identification features, as well as look at the roots and see how these plants grow and spread into the vast colonies they are known for forming. Be assured where you find one you will find more. In early spring you will see this […]

Poison Hemlock Identification and Yarrow Comparison

In this video we take a look at Yarrow, Queen Anne’s Lace, and Poison Hemlock and compare them for identification purposes. In field guides you will most likely see a warning about confusing these plants,, however we will see how different they really look. Poisonous plants like Hemlock are very common in the plant world […]

5 Wild Edibles & Medicinal Plants That Can Harm You

In this video we discuss 5 wild edibles and medicinal plants that can harm you. We’ll also talk a bit about the chemicals that make these plants harmful if used improperly. Mayapple, or Podophyllum peltatum is commonly gathered for it’s edible fruits but the rest of the plant is deadly poisonous. Containing Podophyllotoxin this plant […]

5 Common Myths About Foraging Wild Edibles

Hey guys in this video we talk about five common myths about foraging wild edibles. There are a lot of myths when it come to foraging wild edibles, whether it’s how much time it takes, to how healthy they are. This video goes through each one and discusses from my personal experiences how each myth […]

3 Wild Mushrooms — Only One Is Edible!

While looking for mushrooms one morning, I encountered 3 different species. Only one of them was edible… Music: Portrayal — Rooms creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcode Follow Adam Haritan online here: Email newsletter: confirmsubscription.com/h/i/8F756D78F98F8632 Facebook: www.facebook.com/learnyourland/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/learnyourland/ Store: wildfoodism.bigcartel.com/ Website: learnyourland.com/ Twitter: twitter.com/learnyourland

One Poisonous Mushroom | One Poisonous Plant

In this video, we take a look at the lethal Destroying Angel mushroom (Amanita bisporigera/amerivirosa) and the toxic White Snake Root plant (Ageratina altissima). Music: Small Tall Order — Poison In The Water creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0/legalcode Follow Adam Haritan online here: Email newsletter: confirmsubscription.com/h/i/8F756D78F98F8632 Facebook: www.facebook.com/learnyourland/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/learnyourland/ Store: wildfoodism.bigcartel.com/ Website: learnyourland.com/ Twitter: twitter.com/learnyourland

Identifying Maple & Birch Trees For Sap & Syrup Production

During this special season, many trees are offering sugary sap for a limited time. If you plan it perfectly, and with the right tools, you can gain access to wild sugar directly from your landscape. In this video, we discuss the steps involved in properly identifying various maple and birch trees in order to extract […]

Winter Mushroom Hunting with Adam Haritan

In this video, we explore Western Pennsylvania in mid-January in search of winter mushrooms and other fungi. In total, 11 species are discussed (including a few edibles)! Follow Adam Haritan online here: Facebook: www.facebook.com/learnyourland/ Twitter: twitter.com/learnyourland Instagram: www.instagram.com/learnyourland/ Store: wildfoodism.bigcartel.com/ Website: learnyourland.com/ Email newsletter: confirmsubscription.com/h/i/8F756D78F98F8632 Music: Michael Howard — “Girl From The Dogwood Forest” creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/

Milkweed & Dogbane — Identification & Sustainable Foraging with Adam Haritan

Common milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) is a choice wild vegetable that supplies many edible parts over its long growing season. Dogbane (Apocynum sp.) is a related plant that is considered toxic. Milkweed and dogbane resemble one another, and in this video, I help you discern between the two. Follow Adam Haritan online here: Facebook: www.facebook.com/learnyourland/ Twitter: […]

Chicken Of The Woods – Identification, Look-Alikes, Medicinal Benefits, & More with Adam Haritan

Chicken of the woods (Laetiporus sp.) is a choice edible mushroom which usually grows on standing or fallen dead wood. In this video, I discuss key identification tips, potential look-alikes, medicinal benefits, harvesting methods, cooking tips, and more. Follow Adam Haritan online here: Facebook: www.facebook.com/learnyourland/ Twitter: twitter.com/learnyourland Instagram: www.instagram.com/learnyourland/ Store: wildfoodism.bigcartel.com/ Website: learnyourland.com/ Email newsletter: […]

Is The Healthiest Part Of Dandelion Its Flower?

Is the healthiest part of dandelion its flower? This seems to be the case (even though it’s rarely discussed)! If you’re interested in easily accessing more nutrition and medicine from your land, consider watching this video! Follow Adam Haritan online here: Facebook: www.facebook.com/learnyourland/ Twitter: twitter.com/learnyourland Instagram: www.instagram.com/learnyourland/ Store: wildfoodism.bigcartel.com/ Website: learnyourland.com/ Email newsletter: confirmsubscription.com/h/i/8F756D78F98F8632

The Tastiest Wild Vegetable You Haven’t Eaten

Dame’s Rocket (Hesperis matronalis) is a wild cruciferous vegetable whose flower buds make an excellent addition to meals. Check out the video to learn a few neat things about this beautiful non-native species! Follow Adam Haritan online here: Facebook: www.facebook.com/learnyourland/ Twitter: twitter.com/learnyourland Instagram: www.instagram.com/learnyourland/ Store: wildfoodism.bigcartel.com/ Website: learnyourland.com/ Email newsletter: confirmsubscription.com/h/i/8F756D78F98F8632

Foraging for Wild Food in The UK by John Rhyder

Naturalist John Rhyder takes a walk along the woodland track where he works, identifying different plants along the way and giving us information about their uses, where and when they grow and how best to eat them. www.woodcraftschool.co.uk An Adliberate film www.adliberate.co.uk for WoodlandsTV www.woodlands.co.uk/tv

6 Must-Have Wild Food Foraging Books

I’m often asked this question: “What foraging books do you recommend?” In this video, I discuss 6 wild food foraging books that I personally use and enjoy. Additionally, I mention 4 supplementary resources that you may find useful. Enjoy! Update: Ancestral Plants Vol. 2 by Arthur Haines is not out of print. You can find […]

Foraging For 3 Overlooked Wild Edible Fruits

Autumn is definitely the season for wild edible fruits. In this video, we take a look at 3 overlooked species: Cornelian Cherry Dogwood (Cornus mas), Spicebush (Lindera benzoin), and Autumn Olive (Elaeagnus umbellata). Music: Tabes & Tubes — Tahiti creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/legalcode Follow Adam Haritan online here: Email newsletter: confirmsubscription.com/h/i/8F756D78F98F8632 Facebook: www.facebook.com/learnyourland/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/learnyourland/ Store: wildfoodism.bigcartel.com/ Website: learnyourland.com/ […]

Locating Morel Mushrooms Under Tulip Trees

If you know how to locate tulip trees, then you’ll have an easier time finding Morel mushrooms. Here’s a video explaining some key things to look for during the spring months if you’re interested in finding lots of Morels! Music: Gillicuddy — “Springish” creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/legalcode Follow Adam Haritan online here: Facebook: www.facebook.com/learnyourland/ Twitter: twitter.com/learnyourland Instagram: www.instagram.com/learnyourland/ Store: […]