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The Boomer knows where to find winter berries

Clayton Smith is a Maine native and former Marine who makes much of his income from foraging. From late October through December, he is looking for winter berries. These bright red berries are a member of the holly family, but grow on deciduous bushes. When the leaves drop, the branches are left filled with bright red berries which brighten the Christmas season.

Sanford, ME (NEWS CENTER) -- Clayton Smith is a Maine native and former Marine who spends much of the year foraging.

"Always have permission to go foraging," said Smith.

For winter berries, he looks in places where the plants would have wet feet. Winter berries are a holly. Hollies require a male and a female plant to be near to each other with the female bearing the berries.

Winter berries are often assembled in bouquets and sold at floral and gardening shops.

Smith is a happy worker, with his voice booming as he talks about how he enjoys being outside.

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