Edible and Medicinal Plants and Trees with Spencer Bolejack

Discover the incredible medicinal plants of the forest with this engaging course! Learn from Spencer, a seasoned woodsman with three years of experience studying wild plants in diverse seasons. This video explores the rich history, Cherokee lore, and Appalachian folk traditions surrounding natural health and wellness.

• Ethical Foraging & Plant Identification: Master the art of ethical plant harvesting and confidently identify plants using detailed photos and color slides, focusing on key features. Learn to recognize plants from a distance!
• Survival Skills & Wildcrafting: Explore the practical uses of plants for survival, including identifying valuable resources like roots, bark, flowers, fruit, woods, and fungi.
• Traditional Preparations & Uses: Discover various plant preparation methods and their historical applications for health and well-being.
• Beyond Medicine: Natural Cordage & Trapping: Gain insight into suitable plant materials for crafting cordage, snares, and trap triggers (note: detailed crafting instructions are covered in a separate class).
• Reconnect with Nature: This course emphasizes a deeper relationship with the natural world, promoting understanding and responsible use of wildcrafting resources.

This class offers a glimpse into knowledge often overlooked by mainstream education and the for-profit health industry. In an era of supply chain disruptions, learning basic food sourcing and home remedies is more important than ever.

Important Disclaimer: This course is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Spencer is not a medical doctor.