The state of North Carolina is filled with edible plants that one can either eat for enjoyment or survival purposes. The varied terrain is filled with a vast variety of nuts, berries, greens, roots and flowers growing wild. As with any situation where you will be eating a wild plant, use extreme caution. Some poisonous plants closely resemble their edible co… read more
The southern regions of the United States hold a wealth of wild edible trees. The warm climate makes it a perfect habitat for these trees to grow and be sources of food. There is something ready to be eaten all year long. The weary backpacker or hiker won't go hungry trekking through the South. Wild southern trees offer nuts, berries and other fruits, and mo… read more
The terrain of North Carolina ranges from forests to mountains to windswept plains. These vastly different landscapes provide the perfect growing environment for a veritable banquet of wild, edible plants including native and introduced trees, shrubs and plants. Learn which are edible, and you may find a wild feast right in your own backyard. read more
Cornville is situated in Yavapai County, Arizona, and boasts attractions such as the Sedona/Oak Creek Canyon, Sedona Mago Garden and Montezuma well. Sightseeing and many other activities are available in the area, which includes hiking, fishing and boating. Many RV campgrounds can be found in Cornville read more
The town of Cottonwood, Arizona, has a lot to offer to RV campers who love the great outdoors. It is literally surrounded by the Prescott National Forest, while Dead Horse Ranch State Park is actually within the town limits. Opportunities for hiking, biking, nature watching and even boating and fishing are all around Cottonwood, and there is a range of priva… read more
The eastern part of North Carolina is made up of the coastal area and adjoining plain, which is characterized as much by its forests, fields and pasturage as it is by its marshes and waterways. The combination of plenty of water and go… read more
The outdoors enthusiast has plenty of reasons to be interested in identifying and finding edible wild plants. First, the survival implications of being able to forage for food are obvious. Back-country hikers and campers will find this… read more
The varied terrains of South Carolina contain a wealth of edible wild plants. Whether backpacking, hiking, or camping in the wetlands, uplands or highlands of the state, you can always find something wild to eat. South Carolina's lands… read more
From the sweep of its Atlantic coastal region to the heights of the Blue Ridge in its west, North Carolina is a state of enormously varying ecosystems supporting a vast range of plant life. The North Carolina wilderness has an abundanc… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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