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New Video – Foraging for Horsetail
Here’s a new Return to Nature video on Horsetail. This is a very special plant which is a great rebuilder for the entire system. Harvest with love and care!! See more on my Facebook Page
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New video – Tracking the Pileated Woodpecker
While traveling through the forest I came upon some beautiful pileated woodpeckers, this video is what follows…
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Reculturing our Worldview: Symbiosis With Bacteria
A resurgence in our understanding bacteria is necessary for human survival. “Germ theory” as it was coined in the mid 16th century has caused certain debilitating effects to the health of the modern human. We have accidentally targeted bacteria in … Continue reading
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Foraging in our Modern World: Some Tips for When and Where
The most frequent question I am asked is how do we know where is safe to forage? This is perhaps the most important question to ask, but quite difficult to answer, especially in an urban, or suburban area. Generally the … Continue reading
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New Video – Foraging and Feasting on Morels!
In this video I explore identification aspects to morel hunting out in the field, as well as a delicious at-home recipe to incorporate these magnificent mushrooms into our lives. In Joy!
Class Reflection – Winter Survival Foraging @ Manasquan Reservior – 02-23-2014
Winter Survival Foraging @ Manasquan Reservior – 02-23-2014 The weather was amazing, and it was a beautiful sunny day; a rare temperature from such a snowy winter. It felt like spring, and I was excited at the prospects of the … Continue reading
Full Interview with Wall Township Life
Heres the unedited and behind the scenes full interview I did with Marilyn from Wall Township Life magazine article – Seen here. Navigating the Back Woods of Wall Township By Marilyn Zein El-Abidin These articles are written in advance, and … Continue reading
Foraging for Wild Violet (Viola)
“Who bends a knee where violets grow, a hundred secret things shall know.” – Rachel Field Violets are a very nutrient dense food; they contain high amounts of minerals and vitamins and can easily be collected in abundance if you … Continue reading
Return to Nature Article in “Wall Township Life” Magazine!
Wall Township Life did a write up on the work I have been sharing through Return to Nature, which was a really fun chance to share some of the philosophy and ideas behind what I am teaching. Hope you enjoy … Continue reading
Foraging for Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens) – A Favorite Winter Forest Tea
Here’s a short video I took foraging in a park in New Jersey. This area I was walking is located at the tip of the Pine Barrens; there is sandy acidic soil and a heath forest including rhododendron and blueberries, … Continue reading
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