Foraging in Oregon is a unique and rewarding experience due to its abundant and diverse natural resources. The state’s forests, coastline, and mountains offer an array of wild edibles, including mushrooms, berries, and wildflowers. With a long history of sustainable foraging practices, Oregonians have a deep respect for the land and its offerings. The state is also home to several foraging experts and classes, making it a great destination for those interested in learning more about wild foods and their uses. Whether you’re a seasoned forager or a curious beginner, Oregon is the perfect place to explore the world of wild edibles.
Oregon provides the perfect environment to nurture dozens of edible wild mushroom varieties. What’s more, fall is the ideal season to head off on a foraging expedition of your own! As the rains return and the cool autumn air settles in, the forests burst to life with...
The 2023 matsutake mushroom season is about to kick off, with Deschutes National Forest opening its doors to foragers from Tuesday September 5th, 2023 through November 6, 2023. These highly sought-after mushrooms are often found nestled in the damp soil beneath pine...
As I sit down to write this piece, the sun-kissed berries that danced in the summer sun on my recent visit to Columbia Farms U-Pick on Sauvie Island are still vivid in my mind. Let me take you on a virtual tour of this beautiful piece of Oregon, an agricultural oasis...
Apple pie, apple fritters, and an essential addition to school lunchboxes, apples are a staple to the American diet and a childhood favorite for many. What you may not know is that North America used to have 17,000 varieties of domesticated apples. Today only around...
It's not the Blue Whale. In fact, it has a total weight of more than 20 Blue Whales, and here's a hint: Alice would be proud. Located in the Blue Mountains within the Malheur National Forest in Eastern Oregon, armillaria ostoyae is an enormous organism dubbed the...
Oregon has the perfect environment to nurture dozens of species of edible wild mushroom varieties. Whats more, fall is the perfect season to go off on a foraging expedition of your own! Before you begin, take a moment to learn some very important details that will...