KEYNOTE ADDRESS by HELEN WARD of Three Springs Farm
Medicinal Mushrooms
with Andrea & Matthias Reisen
Andrea and Matthias have been growing mushrooms for over 10 years, using them for over 20 years. They will share some of the clinical uses that they have seen over their years of using the full spectrum mushrooms.
Andrea & Matthias Reisen co-founded Healing Spirits Herb Farm and Education Center located in the Finger Lakes region of western New York, over 30 years ago. Healing Spirits Herb Farm have been producing high quality certified organic medicinal herbs both fresh and dry for shipment throughout the United States and some foreign countries. They have co-created their line of quality value-added products on the farm under the Healing Spirits label. They are former Peace Corp volunteers in the Philippines. They have studied numerous body therapies and are certified as a Zero Balancing Therapists. Together they have raised five children, with three generations living on the farm. Their goal is to live and work in balance and harmony with mother nature and humankind.
with Andrea & Matthias Reisen
Andrea and Matthias have been growing mushrooms for over 10 years, using them for over 20 years. They will share some of the clinical uses that they have seen over their years of using the full spectrum mushrooms.
Andrea & Matthias Reisen co-founded Healing Spirits Herb Farm and Education Center located in the Finger Lakes region of western New York, over 30 years ago. Healing Spirits Herb Farm have been producing high quality certified organic medicinal herbs both fresh and dry for shipment throughout the United States and some foreign countries. They have co-created their line of quality value-added products on the farm under the Healing Spirits label. They are former Peace Corp volunteers in the Philippines. They have studied numerous body therapies and are certified as a Zero Balancing Therapists. Together they have raised five children, with three generations living on the farm. Their goal is to live and work in balance and harmony with mother nature and humankind.
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CELEBRATING SEEDS
with Marita A Orr We will begin the class with a warm cup of Chai Tea. Seeds are an important source of food. Many high in protein and used for their aromatic properties. You will take a sample to enjoy later. We will also discuss seeds used for our health. Bitters and are a multifaceted tool for common digstive woes. Take home a ½ once tincture. We will also be using seeds to make seed bombs. Mixing the seed into balls (bombs) using clay and compost, that will harden and be ready for slinging (need 24 hours). We will divide them amongst the class for take home. |
Marita has been medicine making Since 2007 and teaching Since 2010. She taught 4 times a month until 2019. They moved to a new area and had to set roots. Marita currently teaches runs an apprenticeship program and soap and basket making weekends. She also hosts A Women's Retreat Weekend every other Fall.
THE GOOD? THE BAD? THE UGLY?
with Barbara Aspland-Wolf
There are many plants we love, but there are others that we and society have definite opinions about. I will present a few of these plants and bring a different perspective to the way we think about them.
Barbara Aspland-Wolf is an Energy Healer with training as an Herbalist, Flower Essence Practitioner and Reiki Master/Teacher. Barbara loves to facilitate others towards a path of balance and well-being while empowering others to create their own transformation. Barbara is the owner of Garden Gate Herbals. She has taught at Sage Mountain and local Adult Learning Programs, led nature walks, and has written for United Plant Savers and the Northeast Herbal Association journal as well as her monthly blog. She is an herbal teacher with an education background in high school chemistry, earth science and geology. Barbara is past President of the Northeast Herbal Association and a member of United Plant Savers, Plant Pioneers, and Garden in the Woods. She is passionate about her family, organic gardening, plant communication, the outdoors and photography
with Barbara Aspland-Wolf
There are many plants we love, but there are others that we and society have definite opinions about. I will present a few of these plants and bring a different perspective to the way we think about them.
Barbara Aspland-Wolf is an Energy Healer with training as an Herbalist, Flower Essence Practitioner and Reiki Master/Teacher. Barbara loves to facilitate others towards a path of balance and well-being while empowering others to create their own transformation. Barbara is the owner of Garden Gate Herbals. She has taught at Sage Mountain and local Adult Learning Programs, led nature walks, and has written for United Plant Savers and the Northeast Herbal Association journal as well as her monthly blog. She is an herbal teacher with an education background in high school chemistry, earth science and geology. Barbara is past President of the Northeast Herbal Association and a member of United Plant Savers, Plant Pioneers, and Garden in the Woods. She is passionate about her family, organic gardening, plant communication, the outdoors and photography
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YARROW: A DEEP DIVE INTO THIS POTENT, MULTI-FACETED HEALER
with Hillary-Joy Pitoniak Hillary-Joy’s love for plants and all things nature began at a young age, picking flowers in the outfield and reciting Dr. Suess’ ‘The Lorax’ before she was even able to read. As she grew, her love for the green world grew along with her, and one plant in particular became her greatest love of all. This plant is Yarrow (Achillea millefolium). In this class, Hillary-Joy will share her initial introduction to Yarrow as a medicinal plant and her experiences in using it since. She will be going over Yarrow’s myriad of uses, including its historical and modern medicinal applications, energetics, and benefits simply as a garden plant. It is her hope that you will leave loving Yarrow just as much as she does! |
Hillary-Joy began formally studying herbs while in college where she received her B.S. in Biology and Philosophy. Later, in 2008, she completed 7Song’s Herbalism Program at the Northeast School of Botanical Medicine. In the years since, Hillary-Joy has apprenticed with Lisa Fazio of The Root Circle; done intensive studies under Stephen Buhner (Gaia’s Mind), David Dalton (Flower Essence Practitioner Program), Kate Gilday (Ayurveda), and Chris Marano (Chinese 5 Elements); and taken countless classes in-person, online, and at numerous conferences. Today, Hillary-Joy works in the Biology Department at Hamilton College and is also a practicing community herbalist, shamanic healer, and wilderness skills instructor.
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CRONING CEREMONY
with Gayle Gineo Nogas A Croning ceremony is a significant celebration honoring the wisdom and experience of older women. It serves as a rite of passage into the later years of life and acknowledges women, typically over the age of 60, who have moved past menopause as wise individuals. The ceremony is a respectful and celebratory occasion, often led by women who have already attained the revered status of crone. |
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Gayle Nogas M H; is the founder and proprietor of Gayle’s Thyme Herbal Apothecary in Enfield, CT. Gayle’s Thyme opened in 1995. Although the store has closed after 20 years, Gayle is still very active with giving classes at home and at the local college. Gayle offers classes, demonstrations and workshops using herbs and aromatherapy for healing your mind, body and spirit, as well as pagan classes. Through her 30 years as an herbalist, during that time she received her Master Herbalist Diploma from the American College of Healthcare Sciences, Portland Oregon and is a long-time member of the Connecticut Herb Association, Northeast Herbal Association and National Association of Holistic Aromatherapy.
Plus… Free-Thyme activities, cordial hour, 'HERBS' bingo, seed exchange, & more!
Bring your herbal delights to share or sell!
Bring your herbal delights to share or sell!