Foraging
Jewelweed: Benefits and Uses
What is Jewelweed? Jewelweed (Impatiens capensis) is a plant that belongs to the balsam family. This herbaceous annual can be found growing in moist woods
October 3, 2022
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Foraging
Blackberry Jam Recipe
My “Blackberry Jam Recipe” is made with fresh blackberries that grow in my backyard. Making jam is one of my favorite things to do with
August 27, 2022
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Canning
Self Sufficiency: 54 Ways to Get Started
Creating and living a sustainable lifestyle, in these modern times, might seem like an impossible task. But in “Sustainable Living: 54 Tips for a Sustainable
June 16, 2022
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Foraging
Chickweed: Benefits and Uses
Common chickweed, also known as Stellaria Media, is a small delicate plant that is often overlooked as a weed. But this little plant is actually
May 28, 2022
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Canning
Gooseberry Jam
You may not be familiar with gooseberry or gooseberry jam, even though the gooseberry has been around since the early settlers brought it to North
May 24, 2022
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Foraging
Dandelion: Benefits, Uses and Recipes
One of my favorite Springtime activities is foraging for dandelion! Dandelion serves so many purposes: from teas to salves to salads! This disrespected herb is
March 29, 2022
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Canning
Black Raspberry Jam
Summertime in Ohio means black raspberry jam! It’s one of my favorite times of the year, primarily because of all of the fresh food that’s
July 5, 2021
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DIY Personal Products
How to Make Dandelion Oil for Salve
There are few flowers in more abundance than dandelion in the springtime! So why not make use of this miracle plant and make some DIY
April 13, 2021
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Foraging
How to Make Maple Syrup from Sap: Step by Step
After many years of procrastinating, I finally accomplished my goal to make my own maple syrup! The whole process isn’t difficult, I regret waiting so
February 9, 2020
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