Ryan Drum - Keynote Speaker

We are so fortunate to have this year as our keynote, Ryan Drum from Waldron Island, WA.
Ryan Drum,PhD, AHG, has degrees in chemistry and botany and studied herbs with Ella Birzneck at Dominion Herbal College. He has been a professional wildcrafter, herbal educator and practicing medical herbalist for over 25 years. His extensive knowledge of seaweeds has led him to the exploration of thyroid disorders where he has become an expert in the alternative approach to thyroid health. He is also a contributing author in the book 'Planting the Future'.


 

  Held every November, NEHA's Annual Retreat is an informal opportunity for our members to gather together for relaxation, learning and fun. For many, it has become a time for reconnection with self, community and nature as the autumnal season winds down. 

This year we'll explore ancient trails and luxuriate in the Olympic-size,
heated indoor swimming pool on nearly
600 unspoiled acres in the Finger Lakes region of NY.

Friday night is  Wild Fermentation with the "Witches of Westchester" Alicia North and Bonnie Rogers. On Saturday morning, Chris Marano will impart his wisdom about Chinese tonic herbs followed by a plant walk with Andrea and Matthias Reisen. After lunch, Tammi Sweet will reveal practical knowledge for Women's Health.  Relaxation and the annual seed exchange will be followed by dinner and a very special keynote from one of our most respected herbal elders.

After our first riotous game of Herbal Jeopardy last year, council has created another hilarious version for this year's festivities sure to make you roll on the floor with laughter while learning some obscure facts about our beloved plants! Of course this effect will  only be enhanced by the cordial tasting and sharing lest anyone take themselves too seriously! On Sunday morning, Ryan will enlighten us with his unique perspective on Men's health and longevity before we depart for home.

DON'T MISS IT!!

 There is an early bird special if registering before September 15th. Early bird rate is $200 and after that date the cost will be $225 per person. The sliding scale fee will run from $225 to $300 per person.

  Retreat Schedule

Friday Evening:

Check in: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Dinner: 6:00 - 7:00

7:00 - 7:30 Opening Circle

7:30 Wild Fermented Foods with the 'Witches of Westchester' (Alicia North & Bonnie Rogers)

Saturday:

Breakfast: 8:00 a.m.

9:30 - 11:00 Chinese Tonic Herbs with Chris Marano

11:15 - 12:30 Weed Walk with Matthias and Andrea Reisen

12:30-2:00 Lunch

2:00 - 3:30 Women's Health with Tammi Sweet

3:30 - 6:00 Free Time (Indoor Pool available)

6:00 Dinner

7:00 -8:30 Key Note Address with Ryan Drum

9:00 Cordial Tasting and Herbal Jeopardy!

Sunday:

8:30 - 9:30 Annual Meeting

9:30 - 10:30 Brunch

10:30-12:30 Mens Health with Ryan Drum

1:00 Closing Circle

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