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Workshop Spotlight: A New Look at American Ginseng
Panax quinquefolius Revered in our region primarily for its monetary reward, Ginseng is an integral part of the Appalachia culture. Typically harvested solely for its export to the Orient, the use of American Ginseng has all but been lost to the Western World. Called a “National Treasure” by Kathleen Maier and the “King of Herbs” by Phyllis Light, American Ginseng mostly remains a true mystery waiting to be discovered. As one of the top “At Risk” plants, it’s time for our per
Workshop Spotlight: Growing Up Green - For Teens and Young Adults
How your growing knowledge of our interconnections with nature and plants can help you navigate some of the rocky paths to adulthood and how it can help you form a plan for life- a group discussion about herbalism as therapy and how even teens and young adults can use this knowledge for emotional support for themselves and others. This workshop is suitable for Teens Beth and Neal Laferriere Beth Laferriere is a Pagan Herbalist who has been practicing for over 25 years. She
Workshop Spotlight: Tales of a Digger
ATALES OF A DIGGERLaurie and her clan have a long history of wild harvesting in the Appalachian Mountains. Walking the ridges since the mid 1700’s, their connection to the land and the plants that live there is deep. Steeped in the traditions of digging, Laurie has a raw view of the state of woodland medicinals. Sometimes shocking at other times disturbing, this unveiled peek into the industry of commercial digging and the market that demands them is sure to open your mind an
Workshop Spotlight: How to Brew Your Own Herbal Kombucha/Jun
You will be taken through the entire process on how to brew your own Kombucha/Jun and flavor it with herbs! Handouts will be available, as well as samples. Kits available for purchase Melanie Shepherd Melanie Shepherd is the Owner/Operator of Freebird Farm & Homestead near Logansport, Indiana. Her and her husband recently downsized their 16 acre organic farm to a 2 acre self sufficient homestead. Her passion is growing herbs and wild foraging! She makes herbal teas, jellies
Workshop Spotlight: Plant Activism: Preservation of Native Medicinal Plants From the Face of "P
A beginner's guide to organizing grass roots support and creating sustainable ongoing efforts coached and led by the desires of locals. Including how to politely face the corporate lackeys all while staying within the rule of law and the positive side of the court of public opinion. Help save plants from construction sites safely by engaging with the owners of the property that is under easement for public projects and how to find out what construction projects are going on
Workshop Spotlight: Lammas Ritual Workshop
Join us for a short introduction to the holiday known as "Lammas." Lammas is the first harvest festival of the year, celebrated at the beginning of August in the Northern hemisphere. This is a celebration of bounty and a marker of the beginning of the labor intensive harvesting part of the agricultural year. Lammas is a tradition in England and Scotland which transcends religion, being embraced by the Christian churches (which mark the event by blessing loaves of bread) and,
Workshop Spotlight: Herbal Practices for Reproductive Health
Regardless of what phase of life you may be in; there are several simple practices to work into your daily self-care routine which can bring more balance and health to the reproductive system. We will look at specific herbs and preparations used for generations and across the globe, which assist with toning, nourishing, connecting with and releasing from the reproductive space...both physically and energetically. All bodies will glean from these practices, regardless of gende
Workshop Spotlight: Forgotten Remedies From Medieval Herbals
Herbalists talk a lot about medicinal "weeds" but you might be surprised how many popular ornamentals were once considered “physick herbs” by professional physicians. Towards the end of the 19th century, there was a collective push for a standardized Materia Medica and many of the first Pharmacopoeia were published. Even the Thomsonian physicians made attempts to “reduce our Materia Medica to a small compass, but sufficiently extensive to answer all practical purposes.” As ti
Workshop Spotlight: Sprouts and Saplings Youth Programming
Candace Neybert and Jamie Molina Candace is a high-energy, outdoor enthusiast with a background in the Arts. An adventurous spirit, she is a Girl Scout Troop Leader and has always enjoyed working with younger generations. She finds joy celebrating their growth as they explore their talents, imaginations and quest for knowledge. Through crafting, tie-dying, a group hike and presenting a weekend long scavenger hunt, Candace aspires to bring creativity, collaboration and fun t
Workshop Spotlight: Sacred Intuitive Wild Harvesting
As medicine makers, connections to the natural world and its benefits are innate. Following the doctrine of signatures, tried and true ways, intuition; we carry knowledge wisdom and confidence in our medicine. It’s not always so when wild harvesting the plants. For many, the language of the plants can be sporadic, mixed and hard to decipher. We tend to fall to standards or schools of thought when it comes to harvesting. Though a good starting point, every plant is unique with
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