One Day | Herbal Health and Healing | 28th September 2024

Description

Tutor: Kay Baxter 

Welcome to the Herbal Health and Healing Workshop! Prepare to embark on a full day of immersive learning and discovery with Kay, a herbal enthusiast with a wealth of experience in cultivating and harnessing the power of medicinal herbs. With her extensive knowledge and personal journey, she has honed her expertise in utilising these herbs to support her own health and that of her family.

Throughout the workshop, Kay will introduce you to a diverse array of herbs and plants that are readily available to home gardeners right here in New Zealand. You will gain valuable insights into their unique properties, benefits, and the most effective ways to incorporate them into your home apothecary. 

This workshop is your opportunity to delve into the world of herbal health and healing, guided by Kay’s wisdom and practical expertise. Get ready to unlock the secrets of nature’s medicine cabinet and empower yourself with the knowledge to enhance your well-being naturally.

In this exciting and innovative workshop, Kay will:

• Encourage and provide support for participants to establish a connection with the herbs in their gardens and surroundings, promoting personal health and the well-being of their families.
• Guide participants in selecting locally available, easy-to-grow herbs and demonstrate the most effective methods for using them medicinally.
• Teach participants how to create their own herbal remedies, including tinctures, teas, salves, and infusions.

Workshop participants will have the opportunity to:

• Familiarize themselves with a selection of commonly used herbs.
• Learn the proper techniques for harvesting, processing, and preparing remedies using these herbs.
• Acquire practical knowledge on the effective utilization of these herbs.
• Gain expertise in creating oil infusions.
• Develop skills in preparing hot water infusions.
• Learn the art of making salves.
• Master the process of crafting tinctures.
• Learn the appropriate methods for storing herbal remedies.
• Discover the art of growing, harvesting, and creating their own nourishing seasonal teas.

Additionally, participants will receive the following benefits:

• Select six remedies of their choice to take home.
• Obtain plant materials for several herbs.
• Receive six packets of herb seeds of their choice.

Included in the cost of the ticket is:

1. A complimentary Herbal Health and Healing booklet.
2. $150 worth of plant material and medicine.

On our 1 day events, all participants will receive a complimentary morning tea and afternoon tea. 

Furthermore, participants will be eligible for a 15% discount on our online, on-demand Herbal Health and Healing Workshop. This workshop promises to be an invaluable experience, empowering participants with practical knowledge and tangible resources for enhancing their well-being through herbal remedies.

We look forward to welcoming you here at Kōanga Institute.