Explore the diverse ways to prepare herbal medicine, in this experiential class. We'll be making medicine together and discovering how to extract in water, alcohol, vinegar, oil, glycerin, and honey. There is much to know about getting the most from our plant medicines and the optimal way to deliver their benefits to support the body. Learn how to make these medicines and how best to apply them, as we learn ways to build the home apothecary.

Recipes, tastings, medicine making and plant id included.

Session 3: Topical Preparations: Poultices, Compresses, Washes and Baths, Oils, Balms, and Creams.
Applying herbal preparations directly to the skin is an effective way to receive the benefits of the plants exactly where it’s needed. In this class we’ll cover herbs for first aid, and general skincare, and how to use them in a variety of preparations. We’ll make 2 topical preparations for your at home use and you’ll have plenty of recipes to inspire you.

Exact location for each session to be given to students after registration.
Session 1 was completed on 8/6, but if you missed the session, and want to sign up for the series, I will repeat session 1 class on 9/3. Just register for the series to sign up.

Register for session three. ($55/session), 8/20 @ 2pm
Register for the series. ($200 for 4 live sessions, plus a 60 minute virtual bonus class on fermented herbal sodas, on 8/29 @ 7pm. Session will be recorded for those unable to attend).
Week 4: Powders, Syrups, Honeys, Herbal Foods, 8/27 @3pm
*Week 1 Repeat session: Infusions, Decoctions, Sun Teas, 9/3 @ 2pm