I am doing a research project on edible forests on public lands. The research has been very interesting and has sparked an especially strong interest of mine, foraging. Foraging is being able to know where to look in nature to gather edible plants/herbs. When conducting my research, I found there was very little established action in this area. In other states there are organizations or clubs that will meet up and scavenge for the day.
I did find one resource located in the Arizona Superstition Mountains. Patrick Bigfoot (not sure if that his real name or not) offers classes, newsletters, and even sing along at Reevis Mountain School. His teachings and walk about teach individuals how to be self-reliant on nature. Not only is this really impressive but extremely sustainable. If anything were to happen to the United States food system the foragers would be the only survivors! It really would be a wonderful tool to know. It is officially on my bucket list to attend!
I've never done research on this topic, but I'm surprised to hear you say there is so little information available. I know my cousin is a survivalist though he is the only one I know, so I guess I shouldn't be surprised. I can't say that I've ever looked into it. It's good to know that if I wanted to though, there's someone out there!
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