Wild Strawberries Abundant Near The Highline Canal - Denver

I discovered a large wild strawberry patch near the Highline canal the other day. Where exactly? I just can't say. I can say it is close to Bible Park in southeast Denver and near Hutchinson park (just south of Bible Park). 

Strawberries grow wild near the banks of Denver's Highline Canal in July 2011

Do you know where other wild fruits or vegetables grow in the area? I have been told asparagus grow wild along the canal just north of Bible park and also along the Highline near Belleview and University, however, I have been on the hunt for 3 years and have not yet found anything. I DO know of many great apple and peach trees and even a couple plum....the asparagus continues to elude me. Perhaps someday!

Trail Hiking 10 Essentials Checklist

Hiking Checklist

The 10 Essentials For Survival, Comfort and Safety

1. Sun protection

• Sunscreen + lip balm
• Sunglasses
•  Sun hat 

2. Navigation

• Map
• Compass
• GPS

3. Clothing

• Jacket or vest (preferably synthetic)
• Fleece pants (sometimes optional)

4. Lighting

• Flashlight
• Extra batteries

5. First-aid supplies

• First-aid kit 
• Fleece pants

6. Fire

• Matches
• Waterproof container

7. Tools

• Knife
• Multi-tool

8. Food/ Nutrition

• Extra 3 day's supply of food
• Ready-to-eat meals, energy bars, trail mix

9. Hydration

• Water bottle or hydration reservoir
• Water filter or treatment system

10. Emergency shelter

• Reflective blanket or tent

Items to Consider Beyond the Essentials

• Multifunction watch
• Camera
• Binoculars
• Trekking poles
• Field guide(s)
• Insect repellent
• Toilet paper
• Cell / satellite phone
• Energy food high in protein
• Powdered drinks
• Trip itinerary left with family and friends

Clothing options

Warm Weather

• Quick-drying pants/shorts
• Long-sleeve shirt
• Insulating jacket
• Bandana or buff

Cool weather

• Long-sleeve thermal T-shirt
• Long thermal underwear (good sleepwear)
• Hat, cap or headband
• Gloves or mittens
• Waterproof/breathable rain jacket with hood
• Waterproof/breathable rain pants

Footwear

• Boots or shoes
• Socks

Cherry Creek State Park -  Deer

Deer at Cherry Creek Reservoir

This deer just walked right in front of me at Cherry Creek reservoir. Pretty cool!

Cottomwood Creek Trail Inside Cherry Creek State Park - Southeast Corner of The reservoir.
Just prior to a HUGE thunderstorm!