How to Make Pine Needle Syrup in the Field

Making pine needle syrup is a great activity that the whole family can enjoy, and all it takes is access to some coniferous trees. The following recipe is not only tasty and easy to prepare, but it is an excellent example of how to forage and make good use of the resources that nature provides.

Take a look at the method below, and see how you can whip up a batch in a few easy steps. View Instructions

Required Items:

A bucket or container full of fresh, healthy pine sprigs (freshly cut from branches)
Water
Saucepan
Sugar
Mason jar (or good container)
Measuring cup
Source of heat for cooking