Ever wanted to learn how to make powerful remedies with plants right from your backyard? Spring is a wonderful time to get to know the nourishing greens that grow under our feet. In this workshop we will introduce various spring allies such as dandelion, ground ivy, violet, chickweed, mugwort and stinging nettle and make delicious, nourishing vinegar extractions. Infused vinegars are not only delicious and help preserve the aromas of plants, but they are packed with minerals and vitamins, aiding in everything from digestion to boosting the immune system and nourishing the nervous system. 

Each participant will take home a set of recipes and preparations of their choosing.

We seek to make our workshops accessible to everyone, please contact us for sliding scale and work-study options.

About the instructor: Hi I’m Alexandra, founder for Vulgaris Herbs and Mindful Wilderness. I began my herbalism journey 10 years ago, inspired by my grandmother and the wise women in my Romanian heritage. For the last 8 years I have been teaching workshops on herbal medicine, nature connection and wilderness skills. I work with herbs in ways that encourage us to:

• Engage with the synergies of the whole plant and its constituents

• Make gentle, nourishing remedies that uniquely support each individual

• Create a purposeful and responsible relationship with plants that fosters curiosity, kindness and simplicity

• Build confidence and competence for the at-home herbalist; empowering each student to bring herbalism into their home through hands-on experience

• Keep herbalism accessible to everyone