Mapping Bigfoot #3 Foraging with Dr Mark Merriwether

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Welcome to Episode 3 of Mapping Bigfoot! In this episode, we dive deep into the world of wild edibles and medicinal plants with our fascinating guest, Dr. Mark Merriwether Vorderbruggen, PhD. Dr. Merriwether, a renowned expert in wild foraging, shares his extensive knowledge on what Bigfoot might eat in the wild and how it might affect the ecology of its habitat.
Episode Highlights:
• Foraging and Bigfoot: Explore what Sasquatch or Bigfoot might eat in the field, including wild edibles and medicinal plants that could sustain such a large creature.
• Medicinal Plant Use: Discussion on how animals, including Bigfoot, might use medicinal plants to survive and thrive in the wild.
• Foraging Techniques: Tips and techniques on how to identify wild edibles and medicinal plants in your local area, including trees, landscaping plants, vines, and wildflowers.
• Human Impact: The impact of invasive species on local flora and fauna, and how these changes could affect Bigfoot's habitat and food sources.
• Personal Stories: Dr. Merriwether shares personal anecdotes about his experiences in high Bigfoot sighting areas and his thoughts on unexplained phenomena.
• Practical Advice: Practical tips for listeners interested in foraging, plant identification, and enhancing their understanding of the environment.
Show Notes:
• Dr. Merriwether's Website: www.foragingtexas.com
• Books by Dr. Merriwether:
o Idiot's Guide to Foraging
o Outdoor Adventures Guide for Foraging
• USDA Plants Database: https://plants.usda.gov/home
• Follow Dr. Merriwether on Instagram at:
@merriwetherforager
• Additional Resources:
o Texas Village Healer Initiative
o Medicine Man Plant Co.
Join us for an insightful and engaging conversation that blends the mysteries of Bigfoot with the practical knowledge of wild foraging. Whether you're a seasoned forager or a curious beginner, this episode is packed with valuable information that you won't want to miss.