Herbalism I
With instructor Allison Wright, Master Herbalist, in partnership with
Lake Region Audubon Society & The Well Worn Path
Step into the world of the Herbalist and learn the Art of the Apothecary.
Herbalism I is a multi-faceted, interactive, hands-on course that will teach you basic and intermediate skills in order
that you may go forward using what you have learned to help yourself and your family.
Here is a brief sampling of what you will be learning in this three-week
course…..
CLASS
I
Brief
history of Herbalism, Advantages of Herbal Medicine, How herbs heal us, Terminology, The tools of the Herbalist, Herbal Materia
Medica, Apothecary Weight & Measure, Most commonly used herbs, Herbal First Aid, Preparing a Tincture and a Poultice
CLASS II
Herb Safety, Vitamin-Drug-Herb Interactions, Herb-Ailment Interactions, Dosage, Contraindications, Healing Common
Ailments, Essiac, Detoxification. Preparing a Tisane
CLASS III
Growing & Harvesting Herbs, Parts of the Plant Used, Methods of Drying & Storage, Beneficial Weeds, Gardening
by the Moon
In this course, you will be making your own individual preparations to take home with you. You will be handling live plants, weighing and measuring herbs, blending formulas, using the tools, and
more. It promises to be fun, busy and informative. Comprehensive notes will be provided.
Classes will be held at
Street Audubon Center 115 Lameraux Road Winter Haven 33884
www.lakeregion.net
Saturday,
9 August 10:00am – 1:00pm
Saturday,
16 August 10:00am – 1:00pm
Saturday,
23 August 10:00am – 1:00pm
The cost per class is $25 and includes all handouts and lab materials.
Call to reserve your spot
Allison Wright – herbalism1@yahoo.com
Cell – 863-521-4939