Winter Wild Edibles

Living off the land in winter is harsh. Hunting and trapping animals in a short-term survival situation is often hit or miss – literally. High-protein food sources are always the goal, but game is often scarce in the deep cold. The good news is, edible plants are everywhere, and they don’t run away. Southern Appalachia is one of the richest ecosystems on earth, offering up food, medicine, and supplies on a platter, even in the darkest times of year – why not learn how to make the most of it?