40 Amazing Things People Stumbled Upon While Foraging In The Wild

Walking under a canopy of leaves, breathing in the scent of trees and earth, and witnessing vibrant forest life remind us of the constant gift of nature. Spending time outdoors can soothe anxiety and reduce stress. Beyond its calming effects, foraging in the wild brings its own set of fun discoveries.

These people found such amazing things, they had to share it online, let’s begin with!

Labrador being a labradog doing labradogging stuff

“My 10.5-year-old Lab recently learned to truffle hunt. I’m so proud of him!” – Reddit

Cat for scale

This kitty needs to get up top via the mushrooms for extra health and lives.

Let’s all say yes

“My favorite wild raspberry site is being bulldozed to build houses 😭. I rescued as many plants as I could! Does it still count as foraging if I transplant foraged plants in my yard?” – Reddit

Do you dare?

Watch out for cats in trees and a gentleman serving tea out there.

Lucky front door!

“I found salmon berries, wine berries, osoberries, and red huckleberries all within a 5-minute walk of my front door!” – Reddit

Definitely appreciate it

“Eating my morel pasta alone after failing to convince my family to try it. Somebody please appreciate it with me!” – Reddit

Everything about this is lovely

“Here I am with the baskets I made from foraged willow. I took them out for pictures now that the willow is leafing.” – Reddit

An acorn-shaped mushroom pendant

Now this here is a thing of beauty. The creativity and focus to make this pendant!

Lilac cocktails

“I made some ice cubes with freshly foraged lilac. Looking forward to enjoying some summer cocktails with these!” – Reddit

Counts as foraging

“I drove to Maine and collected 10gal of seawater, boiled it down over the course of 3 days, and got 2 quarts of sea salt.” – Reddit

Blueberry field

He’ll probably keep its location a secret for good reason.

The guardian is a sweetheart

“Had to get past the woodland blackberry guardian before I could pick the berries today!” – Reddit

Salmonberries in season

Salmonberries are enjoyed fresh, used in jams, preserves, or incorporated into various culinary dishes where berries are used.

Pretty mushrooms

There are so many different varieties you probably wouldn’t see each one in a lifetime.

The Chicken of the Woods mushroom

Scientifically known as *Laetiporus*, it is a distinctive and sought-after edible fungus. It’s named for its texture and taste, which some say resembles chicken when cooked. This mushroom grows in large, overlapping clusters on the trunks of trees, especially oak, and has vibrant colors ranging from yellow-orange to bright orange-red. It’s prized by foragers and chefs alike for its mild, savory flavor and tender texture when cooked properly.

Cloudberries are highly prized in Scandinavian and Nordic cuisines

Rubus chamaemorus are a unique type of wild berry that grows in cold, arctic, and alpine regions of the Northern Hemisphere. They are found primarily in boggy and marshy areas, as well as in tundra regions. Cloudberries are known for their distinctive golden-yellow to orange color when ripe and their tart yet sweet flavor. They are often compared to raspberries but with a more complex taste.

Noble Fir Pine Cone

These cones are known for their large size and symmetrical shape, with scales that often remain tightly closed even after the seeds have dispersed.

Foraging guest

You never know who you’ll run into out there. Remember to be kind.

Found while foraging out there

It’s way to pretty so taking a picture was the only right thing to do.

Offerings be!

When you’re blessed by the mushroom gods with a huge bolete that turns out to be completely free of bugs.

Honeysuckle

These plants are known for their fragrant, tubular flowers that often attract bees and hummingbirds. Honeysuckle vines or shrubs can be found in various parts of the world, including North America, Europe, Asia, and Africa.

Nature played artist

Came up with this ensemble that would really stop any hiker.

Can we have some?

“I made a galette using wild blackberries, lavender, and chocolate mint.” – Reddit

A surprise up there

There are no words to describe just how stunning this is.

Pass some over

“Today, I made nettle and wild garlic soup, topped with a spring garnish.” – Reddit

So much potential

“This is the amount of salt I obtained from rendering down just under 2 gallons of clean sea water. (Banana for scale.)” – Reddit

Pretty picture

“Here in Hungary, Elderflower is abundant this time of year, so we went out to gather some for my mother’s Elderflower syrup.” – Reddit

Grandpa’s house ftw!

“This time of year brings high temperatures and beautiful grapes. Grandpa’s house has a great bunch of them!” – Reddit

Big Bolete

Boletes are highly sought after for their culinary value, with many species considered delicious and suitable for various dishes when properly cooked. Some well-known bolete mushrooms include the porcini (Boletus edulis), which is highly prized in European cuisine, and the king bolete (Boletus pinophilus or Boletus edulis var. pinicola), among others.

Culinary skills

Fried chicken of the woods sandwich looks absolutely mouth watering.

Only one way to find out

“I found some porcelain fungus and haven’t cooked any yet, but they’re fascinating to observe. Has anyone here tried them?” – Reddit

Blueberry field

Forage and frolic the day away with family and friends here.

Hawaii’s treasures

If that’s a dragon fruit then consider us impressed for sure.

Fascinating for sure!

“I found a Bleeding Tooth mushroom, also known as Hydnellum peckii, for the first time last fall! Isn’t it fascinating to look at?!” – Reddit

The motherload found

So they must have spent a couple of hours in that spot, huh?

Springing surprises

One look at these and you get Spring vibes. Go take a walk out there!

White truffles sticking out of the ground

“I couldn’t believe it when I cut it open and saw that beautiful marbling! Incredibly lucky find.” – Reddit

Who wants chicken?

Now you know why they’re called what they are. They do look lovely on that tree.

Poaching is illegal and affects wildlife

Two U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Federal Wildlife Officers recently intercepted palmetto berry poachers on Eglin Air Force Base in Florida. The officers seized nine bags, each weighing 200 pounds, of these berries, which hold significant market value.

Asparaguseseses?

The plants produce fern-like foliage in spring, and edible spears are harvested when tender and 6-10 inches tall. Regular watering, mulching, and fertilization are essential for healthy growth. Asparagus goes dormant in winter, with the foliage dying back until the next spring harvest.

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