Mountain States Foraging - (Regional Foraging) by Briana Wiles (Paperback)

About the Book

Mountain States Foraging is part of the Timber Press Regional Foraging book series. Perfect for new and experiences foragers in Colorado, eastern Oregon, eastern Washington, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Wyoming, southernmost Alberta, and southernmost Saskatchewan.

Book Synopsis

"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.

From the Back Cover

Keep this savvy guide handy to follow wild food recommendations by season, and learn exactly what to look for, where and when to look, and how to gather in a responsible way.

• An A-to-Z guide for foraging year-round
• Detailed information for safe identification
• Collecting tips for sustainable harvesting
• Ideas for preparation and use

Review Quotes

"Taste the West! Wiles introduces delicious wild edible plants and flavors you've probably never considered before." --Thomas J. Elpel, author of Foraging the Mountain West and Botany in a Day

"A stunning look at the natural abundance of the mountain states--with clear guidance on identification, gathering techniques, and uses for fruits, leaves, roots, and flowers." --Jennifer McGruther, author of The Nourished Kitchen

"The Timber Press foraging series offers another set of books with high quality photography. . . . also available as handy Kindles." --American Herb Association Quarterly

"A very easy-to-use guide with beautiful clear photos for identification." --Fresh Air Fort Collins

"If you're new to foraging, you'll find Wiles' hundreds of clear color photos and tips on how to harvest sustainably, garble, winnow, and avoid poisonous plants very useful. Even if you're a seasoned pro, her thoughts on what to make with your findings will surely inspire. . . . fantastic suggestions for how to consume and preserve edibles in unique ways." --5280