Learning Opportunities
Our herbal education platform is rooted in the belief that everything we need for health can be found in the natural world around us.
From the first foraged greens of spring to the rich medicine of ancient roots, we teach you how to harvest, prepare, and use herbs with intention and care.
Offerings
Workshop Possibilities
All workshops can be tailored to intimate groups, birthday activities or adapted into engaging corporate team-building experiences.
Wild Foods & Medicinal Plant Walk or Garden Tour
Step into the world of wild plants with a guided walk designed to deepen your connection to the natural landscape around you. Whether you’re curious about foraging, herbal medicine, or simply want to recognize the plants growing right under your feet, these walks will introduce you to the edible and medicinal treasures of the land. Option 1: Backyard Foraging – Discover What’s Growing at Home Think you need to venture deep into the woods to find wild foods and medicines? Think again! This private session brings the plant walk to your own backyard or neighborhood. We’ll explore what’s growing around you—whether intentionally or not—and discuss how to incorporate wild edibles and herbal remedies into your life. Option 2: Wild Plant Walk –Discovering Nature’s Pharmacy & Food Pantry Go for a walk with me through a local park or trail to identify wild edible and medicinal plants in their natural habitat. You’ll learn how to recognize common useful plants, understand their traditional uses, and gain insight into ethical harvesting practices. Options to make medicine in the field, if nature provides a sustainable option - or - experience an infusion from plants found on the walk! $240 for up to six people. Contact us to arrange for smaller or larger groups. Customization Options: Focus on foraging for wild edibles, medicinal plants, or a mix of both. Private mushroom forays available seasonally for those interested in fungi. Each plant walk is a hands-on, interactive experience that encourages you to see the landscape through new eyes. Whether in the forest or your own backyard, you’ll leave with a greater appreciation for the abundance of nature and the skills to start incorporating wild plants into your life.
Fire Cider: Nature's Free Immune-Builder
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn to craft Fire Cider, a traditional herbal tonic known for its immune-supporting properties. While versions of this remedy have been used in folk medicine for generations, it gained widespread popularity in the 1980s thanks to renowned herbalist Rosemary Gladstar—who never imagined that decades later, Fire Cider would become the center of a legal battle over herbal traditions and community knowledge. In this workshop, we'll explore both the history and the controversy while making our own batch of this zesty infusion, featuring apple cider vinegar, garlic, onion, horseradish, ginger, and hot peppers. What You’ll Learn: The history and benefits of fire cider in herbal medicine Key ingredients and their immune-supporting properties How to customize your recipe for flavor and function Straining, bottling, and best practices for storage and use Perfect for beginners and experienced herbal enthusiasts alike, this workshop blends tradition with practical skills to help you integrate herbal remedies into your daily life. $240 for up to six people. All supplies included. Contact us to arrange for smaller or larger groups.
Mocktail Madness or Delicious Medicine?
Shrubs and Herbal Syrups
This offering is a hands-on exploration of shrubs and herbal syrups, where ancient preservation techniques meet modern wellness and craft beverage culture. Whether you're looking to create refreshing, probiotic-rich drinks or potent herbal remedies, this workshop will show you how to blend delicious and medicinal into one. What You'll Learn: The Art of Shrubs: Discover the history and health benefits of vinegar-based fruit and herb infusions, and how they can support digestion, hydration, and overall wellness. Herbal Syrups: Learn how to craft concentrated herbal syrups that can be taken medicinally or used to enhance drinks, desserts, and more. Flavor Pairing & Customization: Experiment with different herbs, fruits, and spices to create unique blends that suit your taste and wellness goals. Mocktail Creations: Learn how to incorporate your homemade shrubs and syrups into flavorful, alcohol-free beverages that nourish the body and delight the senses. Workshop Details: Duration: 2 hours Includes: All materials, recipes, and a take-home bottle of your custom-made shrub or syrup Suitable For: All levels, no prior experience required $240 for up to six people. All supplies included. Contact us to arrange for smaller or larger groups.
Potion Making 101: Crafting Herbal Remedies
Step into the world of hands-on herbal medicine making and create your own healing remedy using time-honored techniques. In this workshop, you’ll choose one preparation to focus on, learning how to transform plants into potent, natural medicine. Choose Your Remedy: Extracts (Tinctures & Vinegars): Harness the power of plants in liquid form for easy, long-lasting use. Infused Oils: Capture herbal benefits in oil for use in skincare, massage, and healing applications. Medicinal Salves: Blend herbs with oils and beeswax to create soothing, topical balms. $240 for up to six people. All supplies included. Contact us to arrange for smaller or larger groups.
Steeped in Tradition: Formulating Medicinal Teas
Before tinctures, capsules, and salves, herbal tea was the original medicine—one of the oldest and most effective ways to deliver plant-based healing to the body. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the art and science of blending medicinal herbs into teas that are both therapeutic and delicious. What You’ll Learn: ~ The foundations of herbal energetics—how herbs work in the body ~ The difference between infusions and decoctions and when to use each ~ How to create balanced, effective tea blends for common wellness needs What You’ll Take Home: + A custom medicinal tea blend tailored to your needs + A deeper understanding of herbal actions and traditional preparation methods + The confidence to craft your own therapeutic teas at home Whether you're looking to support digestion, immunity, pregnancy, relaxation, or overall well-being and nourishment, this workshop will empower you to turn your daily cup of tea into a powerful ritual for health. $210 for up to six people. All supplies included. Contact us to arrange for smaller or larger groups.
Aromatherapy Alchemy
More than just pleasant smells, essential oils interact with the limbic system—the part of the brain that governs emotions, memory, and even physiological responses. This makes aromatherapy a deeply effective tool for relaxation, focus, and overall well-being. In this workshop, you'll choose from a variety of aromatic crafts, such as roll-on blends, room sprays, bath soaks, or personal inhalers, to create a custom product tailored to your needs. Whether you’re looking for stress relief, an energy boost, or restful sleep, you’ll leave with a handcrafted remedy infused with the power of plant medicine. What You’ll Create: + A personalized aromatherapy product of your choice—options may include roll-on blends, room sprays, bath soaks, or personal inhalers or a product of your own idea. $210 for up to six people. All supplies included. Contact us to arrange for smaller or larger groups.
Flower Essences for Emotional Healing
Nature has an incredible ability to support our emotional well-being, and flower essences harness this gentle yet profound healing power. Unlike essential oils or herbal extracts, flower essences work on an energetic level, helping to bring balance to emotions, ease stress, and support personal growth. In this hands-on workshop, we’ll explore how flower essences are made, their subtle yet transformative effects, and how to work with them for emotional healing. Each participant will have the opportunity to co-create their own custom blend, infusing intention and connection with nature into a remedy to take home. $210 for up to 6 people. All supplies are included. During the summer, while plants are in bloom, you may choose a field trip and make your own flower essence. Times for this option are limited due to nature's calendar so please contact us to get rates!