EDWARDSBURG–For those who enjoy tasting wild plants–whether in a pizza, frittata, or as a digestion-stimulating drink–opportunities will be available when Jim Meuninck presents the “Forager’s Dozen” at the Edwardsburg Area Historical Museum at 7 p.m., Thurs., May 22.

There is no admission charge.

Meuninck, who lives at Eagle Lake with his wife, Jill, is an author, biologist, counselor, and mycologist (who studies fungi), will entertain guests with his knowledge of twelve wild plants that, he notes, ‘provide superior nutrition, are easy to identify, and make tasty substitutes for conventional ingredients.’ He has spent at least 60 years foraging and makes annual trips out west to collect information for his guides on wild plants. His guides and films have received high ratings from several organizations and publications.

His video presentation will highlight his work, along with demonstrations, tastings, and ideas for life-changing habits, as well as a few ‘health-stimulating laughs.’ Meuninck grew up in Mishawaka and graduated with degrees in biology and counseling from the University of Hawaii. He taught biology and science for eight years for the Department of Defense on military bases in several countries and also taught in South Bend, Indiana.