Upstate NYers should be aware of the dangers associated with Giant Hogweed. People new to foraging and wildcrafting (like me!) and parents with children who like to gather wildflowers should be extremely careful and have field guides on hand. Check out the post from North Country Public Radio to get informed.
A big, nasty plant .
(Photo from NY State DEC)
Author M. A. Phillips 
Thanks for the info! Very much appreciated.