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WHEN IN DOUBT

January 29, 2026 1 min read

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olden Rules:

Access:

  • Assume private unless proven otherwise
  • Ask permission when possible
  • If asked to leave – leave immediately and politely

Foraging:

  • 100% certain ID or don’t eat
  • Common species only (avoid rare plants)
  • Personal use quantities (not commercial)

Tools:

  • Pack knives when not in use
  • Explain honestly if questioned by police
  • Carry to/from activity only

Fire:

  • Permission essential
  • Consider fire risk (drought = no fire)
  • Full extinguishment non-negotiable

Wildlife:

  • Observe, don’t disturb
  • Protected species = hands off

No hunting/trapping (UK not survival environment)

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