Foraging The Mountain West

Foraging the Mountain West is a guide to harvesting and celebrating nature's abundance.

The Rocky Mountain region's diverse geography overflows with edible plant species. From salsify to pearly everlasting, currants to pine nuts, Foraging the Rocky Mountains guides you to 85 edible wild foods and healthful herbs of the region. This valuable reference guide will help you identify and appreciate the wild bounty of the Rocky Mountain states. This guide also includes:: detailed descriptions of edible plants and animals tips on finding, preparing, and using foraged foods recipes suitable for the trail and at home detailed, full-color photos a glossary of botanical terms

Re-publish for Amazon in 6x9 trim size of Mountain West foraging book with same name. I will unpublish from Amazon the 5x8 trim size once this book goes live. The book is about foraging as a well-being activity, with safety guidelines and information specific to US Mountain West plants.

“A stunning look at the natural abundance of the mountain states—with clear guidance on identification, gathering techniques, and uses.” —Jennifer McGruther, author of The Nourished Kitchen The Mountain States offer a veritable feast for foragers, and with Briana Wiles as your trusted guide you will learn how to safely find and identify an abundance of delicious wild plants. The plant profiles in Mountain States Foraging include clear, color photographs, identification tips, guidance on how to ethically harvest, and suggestions for eating and preserving. A handy seasonal planner details which plants are available during every season. Thorough, comprehensive, and safe, this is a must-have for foragers in Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Colorado, eastern Oregon, eastern Washington, and northern Nevada.

This outstanding field guide features 1,362 plants. Highlights of each account include edible plants, native uses of plants, habitat and ecology, similar species and origin of the plant's name. The book also includes a wildflower photo chart, over 900 color photographs, and more than 700 line drawings.

Self-sufficiency expert Caleb Warnock shares his expertise of living off the land in 437 Edible Wild Plants, the go-to guide for any adventurer or homesteader interested in learning about natural, edible vegetation.

Feed your family, have fun, enjoy quality time, get some exercise, and unleash your creativity, all with one simple activity - foraging! Do you ever look at a plant, nuts, or fruit you find out in the wild and wonder if it is safe to eat? Would you like to do anything other than trawl the mall once again this weekend? Do the Rocky Mountains and the vast beauty of America's nature call to you? Maybe it's time to learn a new skill - one that is not only interesting and useful but also immensely satisfying. Foraging to fill your pantry meets a deep-seated need that we all have to hunt, explore, and gather, which has been hardwired into us since the dawn of time. The westward mountain range has a truly diverse set of options and stunningly magnificent natural areas for you to explore and forage. From forest glades and dells to marshes, riverlands, and deserts, this vast stretch of land provides something for everyone, and many kinds of wild, edible plants to choose from. Foraging for your own edible wild food does not have to be a risky business at all when you have a reliable reference guide like this one. Getting familiar with a few of the most commonly found plants, roots, fruits, and nuts to be found is all you need for a safe and satisfying foraging experience. In this well-organized and reliable guide on foraging, you will discover: How to forage safely and make sure you harvest the right plant, every time What the experts do to test for food safety and edibility The most sustainable way to forage in the wild, so that you leave nature as you found it What areas you are legally allowed to forage in, and where you may need to apply for a forager's permit What season to forage in, for certain types of edibles The yummiest wild roots, nuts, seeds, fruits, berries, and mushrooms that you can typically find in this part of the world Some everyday (and some less familiar) medicinal herbs, what they can be used for, and how to transform them into health-giving herbal teas, tinctures, and salves How to store and preserve your wild harvest to enjoy later at your leisure The most delicious, easy-to-follow recipes and tasty treats to make from the bounty you bring back from your nature walks How foraging has way many more benefits than just finding wild food to eat And much more. Imagine going out for a nature walk, with your basket swinging over your arm, and coming back with a foraged feast of healthy greens, nuts, berries, and even mushrooms to delight your taste buds in new and delicious ways. Foraging doesn't have to be a frustrating or confusing experience - with this guide by your side, you already have everything it takes to learn this highly rewarding skill in a matter of no time. Learn what you need to get started today with this sweet book!

“A stunning look at the natural abundance of the mountain states—with clear guidance on identification, gathering techniques, and uses.” —Jennifer McGruther, author of The Nourished Kitchen The Mountain States offer a veritable feast for foragers, and with Briana Wiles as your trusted guide you will learn how to safely find and identify an abundance of delicious wild plants. The plant profiles in Mountain States Foraging include clear, color photographs, identification tips, guidance on how to ethically harvest, and suggestions for eating and preserving. A handy seasonal planner details which plants are available during every season. Thorough, comprehensive, and safe, this is a must-have for foragers in Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Colorado, eastern Oregon, eastern Washington, and northern Nevada.