ST.
PAUL, Minn. (12/11/2014)—Harvesting sustainable natural resources is integral
to the heritage of many Minnesotans. For a growing number of others, though,
interest in tapping into our state’s abundant buffet of resources is reaching
new levels. How to harvest wisely?
Developed
by the University of Minnesota Extension, the newly released “Minnesota
Harvester Handbook” has answers. Contributions come from a broad base of
experts in this 118-page guide covering a wide array, including mushrooms,
maple syrup and berries, as well as non-edibles such as wood for crafting.
“This
guide isn’t just for people who own woods. It’s for those who have an interest
in learning how to connect with nature through harvesting non-timber natural
resources and doing so responsibly,” said Mike Reichenbach, Extension natural
resources educator.
Resources
are divided by the season of their harvest; its chapters delve into details
such as where resources grow and how-to tips on harvesting. Photos throughout
the guide help readers correctly identify items. In addition, the handbook
offers exhaustive information on resources and their cultural importance,
marketing, regulations regarding public and private land and more.
“Each
chapter puts an emphasis on environmental benefits, sustainability and
regrowth,” said Gary Wyatt, also an Extension natural resources educator.
The
guide sells for $24.95. To learn more or order, visit http://z.umn.edu/rnd.
Orders will be received in seven
to ten days or less.
It
will be a text for later introductory non-timber forest products classes
offered by Extension. To learn more, visit Extension’s My Minnesota Woods page
at http://www.myminnesotawoods.umn.edu/.
