QUESTIONS TO DISCUSS

Foraging

• Why do some people forage for wild plants instead of buying food from stores
• What are some examples of wild plants that are safe to eat?
• What should you always remember to do before foraging?
• Have you ever eaten something foraged, like a wild berry or herb? What was your experience?
• How can foraging teach us to respect nature?

Food Preservation

• Why is preserving food important for reducing waste?
• What are some methods of food preservation, and how do they work?
• Which preserved foods do you eat most often, and why?
• What are the benefits of making preserved foods at home?
• If you could learn one food preservation method, which would it be and why?
• What is the main goal of food preservation?
• Which method removes water from food to prevent bacteria growth?
• Why is pickling a popular method of food preservation?
• Which preserved foods do you think are healthier—store-bought or homemade? Why?
• What are the advantages of learning food preservation skills?