Story and photo By Tom Seymour As the sun passes ever-higher each day, thoughts of spring and springtime foraging come to mind. Spring rates among the most productive time of year for wild-food gatherers. More edible species become ripe for…
By Tom Seymour Just because snow blankets the ground doesn’t mean that foraging has completely ended for the season. Some wild products stand ready for harvest, some directly from trees, and others, hidden under the snow. Of the two, plants…
No special equipment is needed to successfully home can all manner of fruits. Canning at home is a great way to preserve fruit (including tomatoes) in times of plenty. There are several methods you can use to can fruit at…
By Tom Seymour So, then, let me introduce myself. I am a lifelong forager who teaches foraging and also writes books on the subject. Many of my books are available on this website. I teach groups and private individuals and…
By: Piers Crispin Canning fruits and vegetables is one of those great traditions that has entered the memories of generations of families. There is something so rustic and enjoyable about those hours spent canning and it’s not just the knowledge…
