Mentorship in Herbalism

It is now time to reserve your place in the 2010 program.

This program is designed to introduce the student to the basics of herbal medicine. At the end of the program the student will know how to safely and respectfully wildcraft, grow, and preserve the herbal harvest. They will understand the basic functions of the systems of the body. They will be capable of using personally prepared herbal medicines to improve health and heal common ailments. They will be prepared to continue learning new herbal skills and build upon a strong foundation of herbal knowledge.

The 2010 program will meet from 9am to 4pm, on 16 Mondays from March 8th through October 18th (March 8 and 22, April 5 and 19, May 3 and 17, June 7 and 21, July 12 and 26, August 9 and 23, September 13 and 27, and October 4 and 18). There will be 112 total hours of instruction (16 meetings of 7 hours/meeting). While a schedule will be set, both instructor and students must maintain some flexibility as unforeseen circumstances may arise during such a lengthy commitment. Some dates may need to be changed, some adjustments may need to be made.

Students will receive handouts. They will receive a suggested reading list. They will have access to Lichenwood Herbals library and will be able to borrow some books, cd’s, dvd’s, cassette tapes, and VHS tapes.

During class students will make tinctures, infused oils, herbal vinegars and tonics, herbal syrups, capsules, lozenges, salves, creams and lotions, teas, compresses, poultices, and other products. Students are responsible for purchasing some materials and will receive a list of items to be purchased at least one week prior to class.