Uploaded June 2019 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Alaska in the spring is a blossoming green wonderland to harvest and #forage for wild edible plants. Lisa Brandstetter takes advantage of many of these spring treats, but a favorite for her and her family are #sprucetips; But she chooses this lifestyle for more than just the pantry full of #homemade jelly.

Video and story by Valerie Kern
Music from FirstCom Music

For a Spruce Tip Jelly Recipe from PBS Food, visit: to.pbs.org/1EAvj4Y

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