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01/29/2019 / By Russel Davis

10 toxic plants to stay away from when hiking

Hiking is an enjoyable activity that gives you the chance to commune with nature and see its exotic beauty. However, careful planning and adequate knowledge of plants may be required for hiking as various trails — such as mountains, forests and even deserts — are home to a wide array of poisonous plants that may cause severe medical emergencies. […]

12/19/2018 / By Mary Miller

Here are some steps you can take to weatherproof your food supply

Growing your own food is no easy feat. Aside from making sure your crops have adequate water and sunlight, you will also need to protect your harvest from external threats such as pests and harsh weather conditions. Fortunately, you can take certain steps to protect your food supply. Here are a few methods you can […]

11/12/2018 / By Ellaine Castillo

It’s not as difficult as you think: How to grow grains in your own backyard

Grain is one of the most common food groups, but unlike fruits and vegetables, it is rarely a part of home gardens. Many people believe that growing this crop is difficult, so they prefer to just buy it. However, this might not be a very good idea. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United […]

10/28/2018 / By Tracey Watson

Why you should learn about herbs in your area: Wild edibles and medicinal plants can offer food security

Food insecurity caused by drought, war, poverty and high rates of population growth has left around 800 million – or one in nine – people chronically hungry and unable to derive the necessary nutrition from their daily food supply. The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) explains that since 80 percent of people in the most affected countries […]

10/23/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Wilderness survival: Plants that you can eat (and those you shouldn’t)

If you find yourself stuck in the wild, you have to survive and make use of what you have. One of the essential survival skills that you would need is knowing which plants are edible and which ones could kill you. As a starter, here are 10 common wild plants that you can eat. (h/t […]

10/09/2018 / By Ethan Huff

Don’t make these 10 mistakes when bugging out in the countryside

One of the last places you want to find yourself during a major societal upheaval is in a large, densely packed city. But even if your “bug-out” location is way out in the boonies, you could still run into some serious problems if you’re not truly as prepared as you think you are for countryside […]

09/29/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Start your fall planting with garlic and tulips

It’s that time of year when mornings start becoming a little cooler, and the smell of cinnamon and pumpkin wafts through the air. It can only mean one thing: Fall is upon us – and for gardeners, another great time for planting. People will never run out of uses for garlic. It’s an essential ingredient in the culinary […]

09/24/2018 / By Janine Acero

Hungry in the wild? Take these 15 plants into consideration the next time you venture out

Out and about in the field? Why not bring home some exotic goodies – Canada’s countryside is chock-full of wild edibles, with more than 350 different species of plants and root crop to choose from. However, if this is your first time foraging, it is wise to refrain from touching or picking anything you are […]

09/14/2018 / By Janine Acero

The basics and the benefits of home vegetable gardening

Planting can be a wonderful hobby. It can be enjoyed by people wanting to get back in touch with nature, or the elderly as a relaxing past-time. It can also be a family activity – parents can spend quality time with the kids while they teach them about nature and watching things grow. Plus planting […]

07/20/2018 / By Janine Acero

19 Common plants that are edible and can help you survive in the wild

To be stranded in the wilderness is probably one of the worst things that could happen to anyone. It’s easily conceivable that you’ll go around in circles looking for the nearest settlement, all the while running out of strength and food. But the wilderness isn’t so barren after all – we know plants and animals […]

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