This immersive afternoon is an invitation to step onto the land, slow down, and begin to build a deeper relationship with the plants growing all around us. We will begin with an introduction to relational herbalism—the practice of working with plants as living allies. From there, we will move into a guided plant identification walk, learning how to recognize and ethically harvest medicinal plants in their natural habitat. Together, we will wildcraft some of our region’s abundant seasonal plant allies while exploring their traditional uses, energetics, and medicinal applications.

After harvesting, we will gather to begin the process of turning plant into medicine. Participants will be guided step-by-step in creating traditional herbal preparations, including: • preparing herbs for drying • crafting an herbal oil • creating an herbal vinegar • creating an herbal tincture. 

This is a hands-on experience. You will actively participate in each stage of the process and leave with both practical skills and herbal preparations you helped to create.

This afternoon will take place in Fishkill, NY at Sharpe Reservation which is a private location with over 2,000 acres of woodlands, fields, streams, and ponds. There will be plenty of time for questions and guidance. 

Email [email protected] for any questions or more information. Please do not call Sharpe Reservation. They will not have information about the event.