Originally Posted by
Owl
I hope they don't choose that moss/seaweed. I'm not sure which specifically you're referring to, but if you're talking about the green algae that floats on top of the water, hope they don't choose it. That stuff can be poisonous.
Same thing when it comes down to trying to figure out the difference between wild onion and belladonna for that matter.
If they're not 100% sure what it is...and if you're not as well...don't let them eat it.
There are plenty of good wild edibles in this part of the country that they can choose from. Dandelions, thistle, plaintain, lamb's quarter, purslane...all weeds that grow like crazy in this area, most of which should be starting to grow (and at their best) this time of year. Cattail hearts/roots and if they're starting to grow the heads are all good green and growing as well.
Another fire challenge...they need to find a way to "keep" a fire alive for several hours without requiring tending (alive enough to bring back from the coals at least), and/or carry it a considerable distance to another campsite.
But remember...you've got a limited amount of time in which to 'test' all this with these folks, so don't bite off more than you can chew.