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Founder and Director, Gullah Geechee Herbal Gathering

Healing Hands: Therapeutic Massage Oils for Pain Relief and Relaxation

Explore the art of crafting herbal-infused massage oils designed to alleviate pain and promote deep relaxation. Learn the principles of blending and application techniques to enhance the therapeutic benefits of your massage practice.

Elevate your skills with natural remedies and unlock the healing potential of botanical ingredients. 

Founder, Blue Ridge School of Herbal Medicine

Top 10 Medicinal Plants of the Coastal Plain

There are many great medicinal plants of the coastal plain that have been overlooked as past generations focused on herbs further inland. This rich ecosystem contains some incredibly useful plants, with Prickly Ash and Saw Palmetto being some of the most famous. 

In this workshop, we’ll explore a number of these plants that are both easy to find and incredibly useful.

Wise Woman Healing Ways

Herbal Medicine & Magical Moon Rituals for Resilience and Joy

How can you strengthen your nervous system and thrive in the times we live in? Connecting yourself to the Earth and Sky in meaningful ways will help you to stay connected to yourself and the reality that is always here, underneath the dramas of the day.Life is simply miraculous and we are part of the miracle. We will explore a variety of forms in which we can interact with plants and benefit from them.

The Wander School 

 ** Two Classes!**

How to be a Wildcrafter and Plant ID Walk

Abby, a botanist, herbalist, and professional forager will discuss the down and dirty (literally) practicalities of foraging and wildcrafting.

You’ll get to see some tools of the trade, to make your harvest safe and efficient. We’ll talk about some of the best things to carry in your pack, along with what not to, guide book options, and best practices for harvesting, processing, and preservation.

My Village Witch

Warts, Waters & What Mountain Folk Know

Dive deep into the specific uses of water in Appalachian folk magic. From stump water and willow water for cures, to ditchwater for creativity, and dish water for warts – the many

uses of this powerful element have been passed down since the early days of immigration.

Many of the herbal remedies used successfully by the mountain people of the southern Appalachians came from their homelands in the British Isles. 

Shelton Herb Farm

10 Favorite Herbs for Pollinators

Join the legendary and highly respected, Margaret Shelton, for a 45-minute workshop on planting for pollinators. Participants will walk away from this workshop with a deeper understanding of what to plant in home gardens to help live in symbiosis and support with local pollinators of many kinds.

This is a workshop you won’t want to miss – whether you’re a gardener, beekeeper, herbalist, landscaper, hobbyist, or horticulturist!

Madre and the Muse

The 5 Elements of Ayurveda

In this 45-minute workshop, you’ll: experience elemental harmony, discover dosha wisdom, learn about the three doshas, explore how imbalances can affect your overall well-being, and discover personalized strategies for restoring harmony.

We will close with a grounding meditation or exercise to integrate the workshop’s teachings, leaving you feeling centered, inspired, and empowered to incorporate Ayurvedic wisdom in your daily life.

Connections with Plants Through Music & Songs

Let's listen to and connect with plants through the music they make.

During this 45-minute participatory session, you will hear from different plants, working to connect with them while listening to their songs. You will be doing this work with the help, of course!

While working with the plants to connect and listen, you may even get a message from them.  Be prepared to open up to a new way of connecting with plants and learning from them.   

Bear Root Midwifery 

Herbs for a Healthy Pregnancy & Postpartum

In this 45-minute workshop, participants will learn: four herbal tonics for a healthy pregnancy, herbal selfcare during postpartum and lactation, supporting mental health and emotional wellness.

This workshop is designed to provide practical information on herbal support of pregnancy and postpartum, providing clarity on herbal safety in pregnancy and lactation – allowing participants to feel confident in supporting this special time.

The Empirical Herbalist

Rooted: The World of Roots in Plants and People 

Why is it important to learn about the power of roots? Before a plant sprouts a leaf or flower, they pour all their energy into growing a root, because without healthy roots they are not going to survive, much less thrive. Plants are our greatest teachers.

In this workshop, we’ll explore different types of roots, when and how to safely harvest, and popular ways to use roots medicinally & as Plant Spirit medicine.

Catalyst Ayurveda 

Herbal Allies for Quality Sleep

Do you struggle to fall asleep or stay asleep? Having a good night's sleep supports clear thinking, weight management, heart health and a strong immune system.

In this 45-minute workshops, you will learn simple, effective herbal allies to help you achieve quality sleep and allow your body to receive the rest you deserve. 

Folklife Microfarm

The Basics of Herbal Tinctures 

In this beginners level class, we will collectively go over the steps in preparing and creating a herbal tincture. We will cover harvesting the herbs, the crafting of tinctures through the final steps of processing, and proper storage of your finished product. Join Jenni and gather together for this hands on workshop learning all about crafting your very own medicine.

Herbal Hedonism

Herbal Aphrodisiacs

Sitting at the intersection of plants and pleasure is a life rich in sensation, connection, and pure bliss. This 45-minute workshop repositions sensuality as a community effort based in ecological relationship. Throughout our time together we will learn about plants and their erotic medicine in an effort to expand our individual sensual essence. 

Lizzy Lou's Family Farm 

Eco Printing

In this 45 minute workshop, delve into the beautiful world of eco printing with a focus on using alum as a mordant. Throughout the class, you will learn essential techniques including scouring, mordanting, steam printing, the use of iron blanketing, and the fascinating art of hapazome. The workshop will be divided into several modules, each focusing on a specific aspect of eco printing on silk.

Integrative Solutions for Health

Remake Your Medicine Cabinet 

Participants will take a deep dive into what might be hanging out in their OTC medicine cabinets and create a plan for incorporating plant and herbal remedies into their daily self-care routine. 

After this workshop, participants  will be able to:

1) Discuss the three common categories of OTC medications found in your medicine cabinet.

2) Describe the best way to incorporate plant and herbal remedies into their daily

self-care.

Embodied Weaving

 Indigo Dyeing 

 This 45-minute workshop will begin with a myth about indigo. Myths work on our unconscious to create connection across time and culture. Followed by a yoga mudra to help ground you in your own body and connect you to your own creative self-expression. We will then practice basic shibori techniques of resists after a demonstration. Plenty of examples will be on-hand to peak your interest. Then, choose your pattern or combination of patterns and go for it!