100% wild harvested Pennsylvania Birch Chaga mushroom harvested 2023. We harvest in the winter for the maximum nutritional and therapeutic benefits. This is a package of chaga chunks, we have already done the work and broke the chaga into tea size chunks for you. Simply boil a cup of water, place one chunk in the boiling water, and let steep for at least 15 minutes then remove chunk, store for later and enjoy! Be sure to save your chunks as they can be reused several times for tea. Air dry between uses or store in the refrigerator. Can also be made in larger batches in a crock pot or tea kettle, and stored in refrigerator for several days. Can be consumed as a hot or cold beverage. Add raw honey or cinnamon for extra flavor. (For maximum benefit steep for 1 hour)About Chaga:The tea is very mild, with a earthy/woodsy flavor. Some people use as a substitute for coffee. Does not contain caffeine so does not interfere with sleep or cause jitteriness that some people experience with caffeinated beverages.Chaga is technically a sterile mass of highly condensed mycelium. It has been used for centuries in traditional and folk medicine, notably by the Khanty people of Siberia to prevent tuberculosis and protect the heart. It has also been used as an anticancer remedy in Russia, Siberia and other parts of eastern Europe.Chaga is known to contain of 200 different bioactive molecules. One of these include betulinic acid, which is known to have anti-cancer, antiviral, antibacterial and antiparasitic effects. Birch bark, the main host for chaga, contains up to 25% betulinic acid. The anticancer property is consistent with its ability to cause cell death in cancer cells but it doesn't harm normal cells and tissues. Many laboratory studies in cell cultures and animals have been conducted with chaga and have demonstrated anti-oxidant, blood-sugar and insulin regulating properties as well as immune-stimulating activity and direct antiviral and antibacterial effects.

2023 Birch Chaga Mushroom Chunks Pennsylvania Wild Winter Harvested half pound

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1 oz of wild foraged birch polypore. This has been cleaned, sliced, dried and sealed and is ready for many uses including grinding into teas or tinctures. Mushrooms always processed same day to ensure freshness. Birch polypores have a complex chemistry with phenolic compounds, triterpenes, sesquiterpenes, and high levels of beta-glucans. Birch polypore is reported to be used for its immune-strengthening and anti-cancer effects, its calming properties, and to address gastrointestinal problems. Research has shown proven antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-fungal activity. Wildcrafted in rural Northeast Pennsylvania.&nbsp;

2022 Dried Birch Polypore (Fomitopsis betulina)

One pound or approximately 30 Wild foraged Black Walnuts (Juglans nigra). Wild foraged and hand gathered from our Pennsylvania Woods, never treated with chemicals or pesticides. As with everything foraged or grown on our ecofarm, we take pride in offering the most natural, chemical free foods available, straight from nature. Can be used as snacks, cooking, crafts, feeding to squirrels and wildlife, or seeds for new walnut trees. These are from very large, old, established Pennsylvania Black Walnut Trees. Shells can also be cut for beautiful crafts.&nbsp;We have removed the husks, they are still in shell. We have tried to remove all debris and only ship the cleanest nuts possible. We try to sort through and discard any cracked or damaged nuts. These nuts are not available commercially grown and can only be wild gathered. Wild Black Walnuts stand out in the nut world because of their distinct, bold flavor, incredible versatility and impressive health benefits. Hand-harvested in the USA every fall, they are one of a few crops still picked by hand, making them a unique, all-natural and sustainable nut.Key functional uses as analgesic, astringent, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory.These are already dried, to crack the shells, place them on the ground with the pointed side up and strike with a hammer.&nbsp;Black Walnuts are a nutritional nut containing the highest protein content of any tree nut.The main difference between Black Walnuts and English walnuts are the rich, bold, distinctive flavor of the Black Walnut.Excellent in a black walnut cream sauce. Ingredients, 6 cups of walnuts, 6 cups of vegetable stock or water, salt and pepper to taste. Simmer nuts and vegetable stock until nuts become tender. Puree in a blender or mash. Season with salt and pepper. Toss with pasta noodles or drizzle over vegetables.

2022 one pound Wild Foraged Pennsylvania Black Walnuts in Shell Cleaned

We sold out last year but our 2022 harvest has started and is sure to sell out again! One half pound or approximately 50 wild foraged Shagbark Hickory Nuts from our rural Northeast Pennsylvania Woods. These nuts are hand-gathered from the wild, cleaned, cured, floated and then packaged for you. They never see any chemicals and they are gathered from a very undisturbed remote area of the woods, far from exposure to any chemicals or pesticides. As fresh and healthy as you can get. Perfect for gifting, eating yourself, crafts, smoking meats, or feeding to wildlife. They can also be used as seeds for new trees. As with everything grown on our ecofarm or wildcrafted, we strive to provide you with the freshest, most chemical free Non-GMO food that we can. This is the same food we eat, and those values are important to us. The video shows me gathering from the forest floor. I remember gathering these as a child with my grandmother and every time someone wanted to make a pie or brownies, we had to go to the bucket we kept by the stove and crack a whole bunch. Once you try these in brownies, you will never be able to go back. They can be substituted for pecans in any recipe and have a similar mild taste to walnuts or pecans. They are personally my favorite. You really can't find these nuts much in stores, and definitely not wild crafted ones, so they make a wonderful gift. Photos are representative of what you will receive. The packaged bag is approximately 53 nuts, or a half pound. The glass bowl and nutcrackers are not included. They will come packaged in a resealable package as pictured. If you would like to send a gift I am happy to giftwrap and attach a note for no charge.

Wild Foraged Shagbark Hickory Nuts | Hand gathered | Woods gathered | In Shell | Pennsylvania 2022

One half pound or approximately 50 wild foraged chinese sweet chestnuts from our rural Northeast Pennsylvania Woods. These nuts are hand-gathered from the wild, burrs removed, sorted then packaged for you and refrigerated until shipped. They never see any chemicals and they are gathered from a very undisturbed remote area of the woods, far from exposure to any chemicals or pesticides. As fresh and healthy as you can get. Perfect for gifting, or eating yourself. They can also be used as seeds for new trees. As with everything grown on our ecofarm or wildcrafted, we strive to provide you with the freshest, most chemical free Non-GMO food that we can. This is the same food we eat, and those values are important to us. Chestnuts are delicious and have a mild, semi-sweet flavor. When raw, they are crunchy and will soften when cooked.The nutritional content of sweet chestnuts is high  being a rich source of vitamins C (the only nut that is) and B, and minerals including magnesium, potassium and iron. Their high level of starch is similar to that of wheat and twice as high as potato.There are many ways to enjoy your harvested chestnuts. Roasting chestnuts is a very popular method and a favorite holiday treat. Chestnuts can also be boiled or braised.Chestnuts are a common ingredient in many recipes. They can be used in desserts, stuffings, soups and savory meat dishes. Candied chestnuts are delicious and a great way to reward yourself after the harvest! You can even make your own chestnut flour to use in bread.Tips- Do not shell until needed, chestnuts tend to dry out if shelled too early. In-shell chestnuts will keep in the refrigerator for a month or in the freezer for a year.Preparation Tips-Slit chestnuts along curved surface try not to cut into the meat. I find it’s a lot easier to peel the chestnuts if a long slit is cut rather than a cross as some suggest.Soak in cold water for 2 hoursDrain and dry in a tea towelPlace in a roasting tray slit upwardsPlace in a pre-heated oven at 180 degrees for 20minsIncrease oven temp to 220 degrees for 15minsTake out of the oven, wrap in a damp tea towel and leave for 15mins.Shell while still warmEat some freshly roasted nuts – they are delicious.

8oz Wild Foraged Organic Chinese Sweet Chestnuts | Hand gathered | Pennsylvania 2022|

We practice ethical wildcrafting practices, and we are certified mushroom identification experts. We have been foraging for many years and are certified and authorized by the State Health Department and Department of Agriculture to sell foraged mushrooms. We offer many mushrooms throughout the year including Morels, Chanterelles, Chaga, Black Trumpets, Turkey Tail, Lobster, Reishi, King Boletes, Lions Mane, Blewits, Milkies, Puffballs, Oysters, Chicken of the Woods and Honeys. We forage many kinds of wild Pennsylvania and New York Mushrooms and offer dried, fresh, tinctures, powders, teas, handmade mushroom inspired jewelry and gifts for the mycologist and mushroom lover in your life. We also forage many kinds of wild nuts including hickory and walnut. We are able to wildcraft many wild edible plants throughout the year including ramps and leeks, elderberry, medicinal plants and more. If there is something specific you are looking for, let me know.