Books to inspire you along your Wild Path...

The Herbal Book for Homesteaders

Cover of 'The Herbal Handbook for Homesteaders' by Abby Artemisia, showing a glass jar with herbs and a bowl of dried herbs in the foreground.

When you’re a homesteader, you face many challenges: from a simple cold, to an earache in your child, fleas on the dog, or worms in your goat. Medicines and treatments are never cheap, and are often vague. Wouldn't it be great to grow, forage, and create natural remedies yourself?

Look no further than The Herbal Handbook for Homesteaders!

A note from Abby:

​I recently learned that the term homestead is a word with ties to the Homestead Act of 1862, which was rife with racism and colonization. The blog Grow & Resist provides a thorough explanation of the historic, social, and cultural implications of the word here. While I can't go back and change the books that have already been printed, your purchase contributes to the WANDER School's direct anti-racism and reparation work with underserved communities. We apologize to the BIPOC community for this potentially triggering offense. We are committed to staying informed and doing better. 

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The Wild Foraged Life E-Cookbook

A wicker basket filled with wild mushrooms, likely chanterelles, on a forest floor. Text reads: "The Wild Foraged Life," an e-cookbook by THE WANDER School, by Abby Artemisia.
$14.97

This cookbook is filled with over 55 pages of recipes using delicious, wild foraged ingredients for you to enjoy from the kitchen of the founder of The WANDER School, wildcrafter and professional forager, botanist, and herbalist, Abby Artemisia. Find goodies such as:

  • Tasty seasonings and condiments to sprinkle and drizzle on every meal

  • Delicious beverages to sip on and savor

  • Incredible entrees to nourish and delight

  • Versatile side dishes to add pizzazz and nutrition

  • Delectable desserts, because dessert is a non-negotiable these days

  • Gluten and dairy-free options

Add this e-book to your collection so that you can serve up some foraged decadence every day.

Meet the author

Abby Artemisia, smiling, holding leaves in a garden, wearing a floral top and jewelry, with tattoos on her arms. Background features plants and people sitting on grass.

Abby Artemisia

I have been teaching myself about herbs and apprenticing as an Herbalist for years. My own journey (childbirth, recovery from an injury, etc) have taught me much about healing and given me empathy for others. In a world where we tend to be disconnected from ou​r bodies, depend on doctors, and spend a large amount of our resources on healthcare and medication, part of my mission is to empower people with their own healthcare and that of their families. I believe that for every ailment, there is a plant growing closeby that can offer relief. I also believe that many of our modern ailments are a result of not enough time spent in nature. I believe in the ideas mentioned in the book, "Last Child in the Woods," and that nature can be often be our best therapy.

Testimonials

  • "Abby's cookbook on foraging helped me think about wild foods in a whole new way. There was a great assortment of appetizers, condiments, and main dishes I could prepare throughout the seasons. If you're just getting into wild food or forage as a way of life, this is a must-have!!"

    Cassandra A.

  • “Abby Artemisia's 'The Herbal Handbook for Homesteaders' is one of those few books that stay within reach, gets opened at least weekly, and is so simple to follow and understand. My 9-year-old has even begun to blend her own teas. Both girls take pride in making their own medicine using plants that they have identified on their own using the skills they have learned from Abby's book and her classes.”

    Misha B.

  • "Abby's Nettle Pancake recipe is a game changer for anyone who has been searching their whole life for a savory pancake. They're also super easy to make and chock full of fresh herbs and greens to make you feel like a superhero when you're eating them. I could not love this recipe anymore. Thanks, Abby!"

    Liz H.

  • "I can’t say enough good things about Abby’s Book. The Herbal Handbook for Homesteaders is a great book to have on hand. I actually bought five and gave them as gifts to my family. I have many herbal reference books but this book is the one I have out. It’s is put together amazingly. I can easily find what I’m looking for and have a quick reference to what part of plant to use. Abby, and her heart for plant medicine, her knowledge and sharing that knowledge is a blessing.”

    Nancy H.

  • "I can't get enough of this Wild Oregano Salt recipe! It came together in no time and the smell, color, and taste are beautiful. I love the strong oregano flavor and I use it on savory dishes such as eggs, stir fry, and roasted veggies. I will be making this recipe regularly. I also love how making this recipe gets me outside and exploring my local wild areas to find wild oregano!"

    Tasha H.