Edible and Medicinal Plants and Trees with Spencer Bolejack

Course Title: Edible and Medicinal Plants and Trees with Spencer Bolejack

Course Headline: Discover Tools, Foods, Medicines, Lore, Stories, and History with Nature's Pantry!

🌱 Dive into the Natural World with Expert Spencer Bolejack

Course Description:

Embark on a captivating journey through the green tapestry of the forest with "Edible and Medicinal Plants and Trees" – an enlightening online course led by survival expert, Spencer Bolejack. Over three years of living in the woods has imbued Spencer with an intimate knowledge of the plants that surround us, a wisdom he generously shares in this comprehensive class.

Why Take This Course? 🌼

• Historical and Cultural Insights: Uncover the rich history, Cherokee lore, Appalachian tales, and folk uses of plants for health and wellness that have been passed down through generations.
• Ethical Use and Understanding: Learn about the ethical use and relationship with the natural world, ensuring you respect and utilize these resources sustainably.
• Identification Skills: With color slides and detailed photos, learn to identify key features of woods, flowers, fruits, roots, bark, and fungus.
• Preparation Methods: Discover various preparation methods for edible plants and understand their culinary applications.
• Survival Knowledge: Gain insights into identifying plants from a distance and knowing where they thrive, essential skills for any survival situation.
• Cultural Relevance: Explore the knowledge and wisdom that has been historically overlooked in the American educational system, particularly amidst the modern health industry's influence.
• Practical Application: Learn about proper plant materials for making cordage, snares, and trap triggers from wood – a topic detailed in separate classes.

What You Will Learn 📚

• The historical and cultural significance of plants and trees in human societies.
• Ethical and sustainable practices for harvesting wild edibles and medicinal herbs.
• Detailed identification techniques for a variety of useful plant species.
• Preparation and cooking methods to enhance the flavor and nutritional value of wild foods.
• The importance of understanding plant ecosystems and their preferred habitats.
• How to recognize plants from a distance and anticipate where they might be found.

Who is this course for? 🏫

• Outdoor enthusiasts and survivalists looking to expand their knowledge of the natural world.
• Anyone interested in herbalism, traditional medicine, and natural remedies.
• Foodies who appreciate foraging and cooking with fresh, local ingredients.
• Educators seeking to incorporate nature education into their curriculum.
• Nature lovers eager to deepen their connection with the environment around them.

Join Spencer Bolejack in this engaging course that combines practical survival skills with historical and cultural knowledge of edible and medicinal plants and trees. This video version of the popular class from Land of the Sky Wilderness School in Western NC is your key to unlocking nature's secrets and thriving in harmony with the natural world. 🌲🍃✨

Enroll Now to Embark on Your Natural Journey! Learn at your own pace, from the comfort of your home, and become part of a community that values the wisdom of nature. Let's reconnect with the Earth and harness its bountiful gifts – sign up today! 📢🌱➫