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Matt was recently out looking for spring mushrooms, and came home with a lovely puff ball and a handful of morels.  That same day, I was scouting for the Wild Food & Medicinal Herb CSA, and came home with dozens … Continue reading →

As much as dandelion has been cursed in modern times as pest and a nuisance, the reality is that this plant has been recognized by cultures all across the globe for its capabilities to heal.  Its latin name, Taraxacum officinale, … Continue reading →

Whew, it is FINALLY feeling like spring – sunshine, clear skies, and no power outages for at least a week! We celebrated the lovely weather by going to down to our friend Bishop’s place in Penn Valley.  He told us … Continue reading →

Matt has been dreaming and scheming about making acorn oil for the last several years.   The oil is used traditionally in Spain and Morrocco, and he was curious what kind of oil we could get from our local oak varieties.  … Continue reading →

The snow has thawed and the abundance of spring is beginning to show itself! Today was a glorious sunny day, and Amara and I went out to take a look at what was happening the warmer climate of Penn Valley.  … Continue reading →