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Edible Wild Plants

Goldenrod flowers

Did you know many wild plants growing in northwestern Ontario are edible? While berries are the most popular wild edibles, tubers, leaves flowers and stems of many plants found in northern forests and freshwaters are edible.

Nature of the North

Cochrane area wildfire, northern Ontario, 2023

This guide is intended as a starting point for learning more about the many wonderful natural features that northern Ontario has to offer. There are many knowledgeable local businesses and tourism operators who may be able to provide additional information and services. For any hiking, canoeing, or other adventures ensure you are well prepared!

ON Nature Magazine Summer 2012

ON Nature Magazine Summer 2012

DEPARTMENTS 6 | This IssueThree strikes: The Province puts wildlife protection at risk.By Caroline Schultz 8 | Earth WatchCounting kestrels for conservation; tips for perfect canoe trips; Malcolm Bluff Shores now fully protected; hundreds of participants attend Ontario Nature’s wetlands conference; all creatures great and small on our nature reserves; remembering Dr. Martin Edwards. 36 […]

Northern Forest Foraging Guide

Northern Ontario’s forests, meadows and waters provide an incredible range of nutritious and delicious edible wild plants. Ontario Nature has prepared this foraging guide as an introduction to this local resource, and to encourage people to experience the wonders the natural world provides.