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Thank you for the helpful input. I’ll try and make the music less distracting next time. ❤

I was harvesting them only for jam. So they needed to be soft and sweet. When they are hard and green they are not suitable for the sweet jam I was making. But I’m sure you can make sweet jam out of everything, even jalapeños, by just adding sugar. I’m not sure how to make dried sour figs. I’ve never done that before.

@labratacademy awesome..lovely. in South Africa we have something called sour fig konfyt. It's dried sour figs which is this fig you ate harvesting but dried out. It's then boiled in a sugar syrup with cinnamon stick and then allowed to cool in I'm fridge to become a runny sticky syrup. It's so delicious it's addictive lol. So I am able to buy the sour figs dried already but I just found a field full of these sour figs but I don't know when to harvest these and there is no information online about it. I'm not sure if they are picked green and allowed to dry or if it is picked when it is already yellow. The issue is when it's yellow and soft it tastes kinda like it has already fermented and if allowed to stay on the plant even longer, then the sour fig itself just dries out. So I'm not sure if they harvest these when it's green and then left to dry in the sun..they sell them mounted up on a table lol all dried out and then they sell them in a kilo packet.

Thank you for your encouragement!! ❤❤❤

God is so amazing!

You're welcome. :)

Awesome! Thank you for sharing your knowledge on this content! Science is amazing! :)

Thank you for watching and commenting. I hope that my videos continue to inspire you. :)

Me too! :)

Science is so fun

Hello Vantrasy. That’s a great question! Using a bucket filled with dirt could definitely work, especially if your compost buckets already attract decomposers like maggots-they're excellent at speeding up the cleaning process! The holes in your buckets should allow airflow, which helps the natural decomposition process too. Just make sure the bones are fully covered with dirt and keep the bucket in a spot where it won’t be disturbed. One thing to watch for is odor-depending on the conditions, it might get a bit smelly, so placing the bucket outdoors and away from living areas is a good idea. Also, check periodically to ensure the bones are cleaning well without damage. Good luck with your project, and feel free to share how it goes!

Thank you for sharing. I guess I'll have to be more observant. :)

Very Cool! What did you think was cool about this video. I'm curious to learn from my viewers. :)

@labratacademy honestly the process of letting the earth and its creatures clean the bones for you. I didnt have any equipment for cleaning skulls, and this was the alternate solution which im happy to know about!

@@ijlayugan4149 OH YES!! I agree. I love how nature works so perfectly on it's own. Thank you for sharing your interest. Have a beautiful day.

It is so fun to learn about science. :)

Haha! That's cute!

Yes, HE IS!!! 😄

I'm happy to share my knowledge. 💪

Sounds like a mystery. Whatever kind of bones they are, they are fun to clean and display and share with others. If you're interested in identifying your bones, you can google "deer skeleton" and see if the bones look similar to what you have. I wish you the best.

@@labratacademy also, I’ve soaked and degreased them and they still are orangish brown

@@Somerandomperson-qc7nz Did you try the Hydrogen Peroxide?

@@labratacademy yeah

@@Somerandomperson-qc7nz How long did you soak the bones in the Hydrogen Peroxide?

Awe!!! Thanks!!! Are you a homeschooler? Do you live in CA? :)

@@labratacademy Not a homeschool, but on the way to pick up our son from school we noticed the sign in front of a house in Seaside. Our son is in Kinder but we are interested in registering him for your 1st grade classes as an after school activity 🤞

@@fixyourlife2686 Super fun. Click here to see my classes in Seaside. labratacademy.com/monterey-calendar/

It sounds like what you've collected is likely pitch, especially considering its thicker, syrupy consistency and the fact that you found it in pockets within the tree. Sap is usually more fluid and runs through the tree’s vascular system, whereas pitch is the more solidified, resinous substance that trees produce as a protective response to injury. The lemon curd color and pristine quality are classic characteristics of pitch from certain trees like spruce. In terms of uses beyond fire, pitch has historically been used for: Waterproofing: You can use it to seal wooden surfaces, leather, or even homemade containers. It has great adhesive and sealing properties. Adhesive: Mixed with ash or charcoal, pitch can be turned into a strong adhesive, useful for woodworking or tool repair. Crafts: Some use it to make varnish or resin-based art. Its scent can be harnessed for natural air fresheners, candles, or even homemade incense. Medicinal Uses: Spruce pitch has been used in traditional medicine as a salve for wounds or burns because of its antiseptic properties. Just be cautious and do your research before using it for health purposes. I’m glad you enjoyed the video-sounds like you’ve found a great material to work with!

@@labratacademy Thank you so much for getting back to me! Sure does have a lot of uses that were beyond me. I’m really curious about the health and waterproofing aspects. The fact it has anti microbial properties is really fascinating. Again, thank you so much for sharing and getting back to me. Really appreciate your time! Now I need to go learn how to make some of these things. Curious about its application with varnish too! Should smell phenomenal wherever it’s used! You are so awesome!

@@dwainetyncompany You're so very welcome. And thank you for your support. :) For information on how to use or make any of the things I listed, I suggest trying out ChatGPT. That's actually where I found all the information I just gave you. :) It's not longer how smart you are. The question is do you know where to find the answers to all the questions you have. Google used to be my go-to, but now I've found that ChatGPT is a great resource... for now. I wish you the best. It sounds like you have your hands full. :)

I agree. I love to learn about rocks. :)

Super Cool! :) Thank you for commenting.

Oh WOW! That's exciting. We were hoping to get closer to the Mittens, but now that I think about it, the trail we took was spectacular. :) I hope you get a chance to go back and do it again.

@@labratacademy I think the one that rides around the Mittens is the Sacred Monument tours. Specifically the stables near the View hotel by the cabins.

@@pfcjev Thank you for that information. :)

I could add to that by saying that our "Creator" is so amazing!!! :)

Thank you for the love. :)

Would that be a bone transplant, similar to an organ transplant? :)

What!?! No way! That's awesome! I'm going to have to try them out and make another video. :) Thanks for sharing.

Superb!

Yes! Both pitch and sap are flammable and are helpful for lighting fires. When starting fires it's helpful to find wood with a lot of sap or pitch.

I agree. Botany is really cool. Thank you for sharing your passion.

Do you live somewhere near Clearlake so you can hunt for these lake diamonds?

Nice job! You're right on those two wildflowers. The Beebalm has lots of different names, so not everyone uses that particular name.

@@labratacademy 😁👍❤️

Here's another video I did at the Monterey Zoo. ua-cam.com/video/6e7Jz38Xkf8/v-deo.html

Yes, it was truly beautiful. God is so creative.

Hahaha!!! YES!!! So painful. Have you tried it before?

I've smelled cedar. That's amazing. :)

That's a fun idea. How does it smell?

How many nights do you backpack? I've never backpacked in Missouri, but I need to get out to the East Coast and hit some of the National Parks to knock them off my bucket list. :)

@@labratacademy Mostly “day trips” enjoying the woods and the Missouri River, kayak as often as I can make time for. Country cottage life here, still gotta work 😟 but do my best to keep outdoors 👍😎 Come on out and see the waters and greenery ❤️

@@gregreed1044 Sounds peaceful and relaxing. :) Yes, I do need to get out there.

Lake of the Woods is just next door to Lake Tahoe in California. Sounds like you've done some adventuring. So much fun! :) Thanks for sharing.

It's really quite beautiful out there. :) Stay tuned for more videos from "Desolation Wilderness." :)

We actually "want" the flesh and soft tissues to "rot" off. Rotting in this case is done by decomposing organisms. If we cover it up, this allows the rotting/decomposing to be done underground which would reduce the smell I suppose. Does that answer your question?

I meant rotting of the actual bone

@@FluffyLavender1 , aaaahhh, I see. Well Bones last longer in dry and arid conditions since microbes cannot survive at high temperatures without water. If bones are exposed to water, insects, open-air, or highly acidic soil, then bacteria and fungi will be able to invade that porous network, and seek out the proteins of the collagen within the bones, causing these bones to disintegrate and eventually crumble to dust! So using hydrogen peroxide will help remove bacteria, fungi and proteins. Degreasing is another process that will help remove material that attracts bacteria and fungi.

This is a great questions. I thank God for Google Translate so I could understand your question. :) Quartz veins can come in both "massive" and "crystalline". Massive means that it's a solid quartz mineral, and crystalline means that there are defined crystals. If you type "quartz crystal vein" into google images you will see the crystals in the vein... almost like a geode. I hope this helps. Let me know if you have any other questions.

I guess it depends on if there is any tissues left on on the bones. If there is still tissues, you can bury them for another season. Then take them out and use hydrogen peroxide to whiten them. If they are already clean and white from being out the in the field, then you're good to go. Just get a toothbrush, some nitrile gloves, and scrub them a little to clean them up. I'm not sure about the degreasing part, I think burying the bones is a natural way of degreasing.

​@@labratacademyHi, I'm pretty late but I just found Robin skull and body they seem fairly old but they still have flesh and feathers on them, I have the skull in a baggie outside and I'm wondering what to do next because you seem like a professional!

@@pin3appl3pizzapr0ductions98 Wow! That sounds like fun. You need to get it out of the plastic baggie as soon as possible because the moisture will make it disgusting. Ick! If you're interested in cleaning the bones naturally as shown here, just do exactly as Rowan said. Find an open plastic container, put the bones in there, bury it and mark the area, and write on your calendar to check back on it 3 months later. If they're still not clean, give the bones another 3 months. :) Once they're mostly clean, rinse them off with water and use a toothbrush to remove anything clinging to it. Then soak them in hydrogen peroxide for a day or so. Then set them out to dry. Let me know how each stage goes. I'm curious to see if you're able to follow the instructions. :)

@@labratacademy alr! I live in a townhouse though so I can't really dig any holes, It's against the rules

@@pin3appl3pizzapr0ductions98 Yeah... that's probably not a good idea. Another idea is to take a small shovel and all your equipment on a hike somewhere. I don't suggest using a plastic container though if it's not your property. I wouldn't want you to forget it. It might sound a little creepy digging holes in the woods, but it's make a great story. LOL :)

Great question. You are in the Northern Hemisphere like I am in California. So I would assume that late summer when the flowers die and the fruit is ripe would be the time to harvest. I did this video at the end of August. Keep an eye on the base of the flower. That is the ovary which when fertilized will turn into the fruit. When it starts to turn from yellow to brown and slightly squishy, that’s probably the perfect ripeness for harvest. In the video I mentioned the yellow/brown ones are easier to peel and are perfectly sweet and soft inside. Let me know how it turns out this summer. 🥰

Swiss cheese???