May 31, from 10am - 4pm on Saturday and June 1st, 10am - 3pm on Sunday

This is one of our most popular Wildroot Botanicals workshops.  The pristine Methow Valley is home to many medicinal plants that are not found on the western side of the mountains.  During this weekend trip we will be visiting several sites where we learn in depth about a diverse array of plants.  Focus will be on identification, medicinal applications as well as spending time harvesting the plants.

The plants that will be harvested depends on the seasonal growth cycle of the plants during this time.  Most likely we will be identifying and exploring the medicinal uses of arnica, arrow leaf balsamroot, morel mushrooms, elder flower, pipsissewa, yarrow, red root, false solomon's seal, wild onions and more.

Students will learn how to prepare medicines from our harvests and bring their preparations home with them.

Space is limited so register early if you’d like to join us.

Instructor
The course is led by Leslie Lekos, director of Wildroot Botanicals

Being Prepared for the Weather

We will be outside at our harvesting sites rain or shine.  It is important to always come to class prepared to be outside. Good walking shoes are important as well as layers and rain gear for cold weather months. Sun block and hats are important for summer months. It can also be useful to bring something to sit on and a water bottle for the day.

Cost
$250/ $225 early bird rate by April 15

Adverse Conditions

Please note that if there are events beyond our control, such as illness, forest fire smoke, or extreme weather that compromise student safety then the school may reschedule a class to another date.