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‘It’s easy to get carried away – be mindful of how you are collecting and the effect your foraging could have.’

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Tips for foraging

Some guidance on how to forage safely, sustainably, and responsibly.

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Foraging Guide

‘Woodlands are great places to find wild food, but make sure you collect responsibly. With our guide you can forage sustainably without harming woods or wildlife.’
Month-by-month guide from the Woodland Trust

Guidelines for responsible foraging

‘Forage sustainably and responsibly, and make sure you stay safe and within the law. Follow our responsible foraging guidelines when you’re out and about.’
The Woodland Trust

Wild Foraging – Best Practices For Personal Safety And Sustainability

Explores some of the mistakes people make when foraging, with questions to consider before you start, factors to take into account, and tips on how to safely and ethically develop a foraging practice.
We Are Wildness, 14 June 2017

See also

Muddy Faces campfire recipes

Food seems to taste better outdoors - and even better again when you've foraged for it, built your own fire, sat round and chatted with a hot drink and then cooked it all yourselves. These step by step recipes are a great place to start your outdoor culinary journey - suitable for adults and children (with a little help).

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Muddy Faces foraging ideas

We've got an ever-expanding range of foraging activities, ideas and inspirations, suitable for beginners and experts alike, in the Activities section of our Outdoor Hub.

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