Red clover is often dismissed as a “weed” but this small plant has been used traditionally for years for its edible and medicinal qualities. It is a great plant to introduce to beginner foragers as it grows abundantly throughout the world and many people can readily identify it.

Foraging is gaining popularity again as more people learn about the nutritional wild foods that grow in their backyards, parks, and communities. Here are 10 foods you can forage this spring! These wild edibles are great for beginner foragers because they are easy to identify and grow abundantly throughout many parts of North America.

Spring is fast approaching and it’s an exciting time for foragers! Everything is coming back to life after a long and dormant winter. In time for spring, I’ve created a journal to help you keep track of your seasonal foraging.