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Old 19-01-2007, 05:38 PM
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Re: Ray Mears Wild Food

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Originally Posted by Bushcraft View Post
Having taught the subject of wild-food for years I can honestly say that most people even when shown, are to frightened to eat anything from the wilds. I teach groups of 10-40 at a time and there is usually only one or two that will try anything from the hedgerows.

When teaching Bushcraft the numbers that will try wild food are much higher, but even then rarely trust themselves to do it. Its just an interest for most.

Best wishes
Kris
I remember my mum getting me to try hawthorn berries and all sorts when i was a kid and all the teachers at school saying 'don't eat any berries they're all deadly'. I did eat yew berries once and nothing happened but I don't recommend it.
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