In the inland Pacific northwest, we think we have the corner on huckleberries. But there are other countries and areas that grow them and use them. A few weeks ago, we were approached by Rae Ellen Bichell for information on Dr. Dan Barney’s huckleberry research. Here is excepts from her article on ‘huckleberry fever’: Asian […]
Everyone loves Zucchini bread! But how about Huckleberry Zucchini bread? I found this recipe this morning on the Raisin & Fig blog and had to share here:
If you were lucky enough to find an abundance of huckleberries this season, you might want to try this Huckleberry Buckle recipe from All Recipes: ENJOY!!
Huckleberry picking all over the northwest is sporadic this year due to the early season and the fires. Pincher Creek Echo reported the lack of berries at the Castle Mountain Resort in British Columbia: For some huckleberry picking on Castle Mountain is a long standing tradition … . Despite the lack of berries to pick, […]
Following is the third in a three part article on Huckleberries and Fire by Malcolm Dell aka Mr. Huckleberry Landscape activities that affect the development of huckleberry patches: 1) Fire suppression activities led to a decline in huckleberry patches across North America in the past century, by disrupting the natural fire frequency, and creating denser […]
Following is the second in a three part article on Huckleberries and Fire by Malcolm Dell aka Mr. Huckleberry Smokey the Bear has probably destroyed more huckleberry habitat than any other single factor. He is an icon for fire suppression programs in US forests, triggered by large fires in the early 1900s. (I am not […]
Following is the first in a three part article on Huckleberries and Fire by Malcolm Dell aka Mr. Huckleberry Wild huckleberries of the genus Vaccinium – common to the western US and parts of Europe – are rhizomatous, forming colonies of bushes that are really just one plant. A seed sprouts, and then the roots […]
Have you ever tried huckleberry crisp? I found this recipe on Beyond the Chicken Coop blog by Kathy. Here recipe uses granola for the ‘crisp’ portion which makes it very fun and easy to make. Check out Kathy’s full article include her picture of ‘purple hands’!
We have just published a huckleberry group where you can share your stories, pictures and recipes for huckleberries: Huckleberry Hunting and Recipes Join our Huckleberry Facebook Group today and get in on the fun! NOTE: Our “I Love Wild Huckleberries! Picking, Growing, and Cooking” is also active if you would like to like it as […]
If you went picking already, and haven’t eaten all your huckleberries yet, let me share a recipe for Huckleberry Muffins! If you have never had huckleberries, they are similar to blueberries in texture, but the taste is a bit different. Pop a handful of these little berries in your mouth and you are hit with […]
