Dryad’s Saddle Candy – The Foraged Mushroom That Tastes Like Watermelon
Dryad’s saddle is one of the most encouraging and common fungi I encounter in the Midwest, as it often fruits in groups, can grow to massive sizes, and can be…
The Roots of Intelligence: Why Outdoor Experiential Learning is the Ultimate Form of Education
My brother Jayden (Northland graduate in Environmental Studies and Math) teaching me about native plant species in upper Wisconsin Have you ever noticed that it really doesn't feel like work…
From Running to Climbing to ‘Cleansing’ to Cooking – Foraging Oyster Mushrooms and Dryad’s Saddle (Ft. Mouthwatering Vegetarian Dryad’s Saddle Jerky Recipe)
Explore the adventure of foraging golden oyster mushrooms and dryad’s saddle while running along the Iowa River. Learn how to identify and harvest these fungi, discover their environmental benefits, and enjoy a mouthwatering vegetarian dryad’s saddle jerky recipe!
Foliage Facts & Folklore: Monotropa uniflora, a.k.a. the ‘Ghost Pipe’ Plant
Ghost Pipes (Monotropa uniflora) found under a tree in Massachusetts ‘Ghost Pipes’ (Monotropa uniflora) have caused quite a stir in foraging-related communities and forums recently due to their incredibly unique…
Herbal Medicine 101 & Tincture-Making for Dummies
Herbal medicine is not only accessible to basically everyone who takes the time to learn about particular herbs and their uses, but it can be incredibly effective for a variety…