Pacific Northwest Foraging - (Regional Foraging) by Douglas Deur (Paperback)

About the Book

Part of the Timber Press Regional Foraging book series, this is for foragers in Washington, Oregon, British Columbia, and Southeast Alaska.

Book Synopsis

Discover what edible resources the Norwest has to offer with this handy guide book to foraging safely and effectively.

The Pacific Northwest provides a veritable feast for foragers, and with Douglas Deur as your trusted guide you'll earn how to safely find and identify an abundance of delicious wild plants. The plant profiles in Pacific Northwest Foraging include:

• Clear, color photographs
• Identification tips
• Guidance on how to ethically harvest
• Suggestions for eating and preserving

A seasonal planner details which plants are available during every season. Thorough, comprehensive, and safe, this is a must-have for foragers in Oregon, Washington, and Alaska.

"Doug Deur invites us to discover the taste and history of the Northwest." --Spencer B. Beebe, author of Cache: Creating Natural Economies

From the Back Cover

Douglas Deur, a lifetime Northwest forager and specialist in Native American plant traditions, shares his insights and experiences, showing you what to look for, when and where to look, and how to gather in a responsible way.

• A seasonal guide for foraging year-round
• Detailed information for safe identification
• Suggestions for sustainable harvesting
• Tips on preparation and use

Review Quotes

"Doug Deur invites us to discover the taste and history of the Northwest." --Spencer B. Beebe, author of Cache: Creating Natural Economies and founder of Ecotrust

"I came to the Pacific Northwest because of the endless bounty of ingredients to cook with. This book opens my eyes to even more of the region's edible wild treasures." --Vitaly Paley, chef and owner of Paley's Place, Imperial, and Portland Penny Diner

"Pacific Northwest Foraging may change the way you see the world." --Pacific Northwest Magazine