Come get nerdy with your local herbalists and learn about botany, plant reproduction and life cycles. In this class we will cover a (short) evolution of plants, trees and mushrooms, basic plant and tree identification terminology and anatomy, plus all the vocabulary that has always managed to escape all of us! Basic botany is foundational to any herbal study and remedy making. Whether you are just getting started, or struggling with all things plant ID and botany, this a great way to get comfortable and competent with all of the above. 

Hedge Herbalism: Medicine from Farm to Forest

Multiple dates: $55/class or $350 for entire series

Explore the edges between the cultivated and the wild at Good Maker Acres. Traditionally the “hedge” was both a physical and symbolic boundary between the known and the unknown, the abundance of the field and the mystery of the forest. Hedges were made of thorny bushes and trees like hawthorn, blackthorn, brambles and willows. As these plants grew, the hedge became a diverse heaven for birds, animals and medicinal plants; reflecting the balance, nourishment and richness of both worlds. 

This immersive herbalism series weaves together nature connection, earth based practices and folk herbalism to reclaim ancient ways, and re-establish our relationship with the land. We will explore traditional medicinal plants from the medicine garden, as well as their wild counterparts. In each class we will harvest and work with what is present, growing and wanting to be found. This series invites you to trust your intuition, body, and sensations while learning about herbal actions, constituents and preparations with the goal of creating a holistic practice that relates with all aspects of the landscape. 

May 4

June 22

July 12

August 23

September 7

October 26

November 16

Get to know some new spring allies and spend some time with old friends. This spring we will dive into rich and medicinal roots like dandelion, garlic mustard, chicory, yellow dock and burdock and learn how to transform them into nourishing and delicious vinegars and preparations. We will also revisit some of our old time favorites spring greens and shoots: nettle, chickweed and violet.

Come celebrate Mother’s Day with a foraging adventure! Join Alexandra Radoaca on a walk around the farm discovering wild edible, and medicinal plants. You will earn about our local flora, plant identification, history and lore. Make gentle, delicious, nourishing seasonal remedies and recipes you can share with your whole family. competent with all of the above. 

Explore gentle and effective homemade remedies to soothe and pamper yourself during your menstrual cycle. Whether you are experiencing mild or severe PMS herbs can support your overall health, alleviate pain and nourish your mood during this time of the cycle. In this class we will also explore the wisdom of the menstrual cycle and how to further enhance our connection to the Moon phases, the Triple Goddess, our bodies and our "blood wisdom". Please note that this class is designed to support  and offer information to all women, Maidens, Mothers and Crones alike. 

Hedge Herbalism: Medicine from Farm to Forest

Multiple dates: $55/class or $350 for entire series

Explore the edges between the cultivated and the wild at Good Maker Acres. Traditionally the “hedge” was both a physical and symbolic boundary between the known and the unknown, the abundance of the field and the mystery of the forest. Hedges were made of thorny bushes and trees like hawthorn, blackthorn, brambles and willows. As these plants grew, the hedge became a diverse heaven for birds, animals and medicinal plants; reflecting the balance, nourishment and richness of both worlds. 

This immersive herbalism series weaves together nature connection, earth based practices and folk herbalism to reclaim ancient ways, and re-establish our relationship with the land. We will explore traditional medicinal plants from the medicine garden, as well as their wild counterparts. In each class we will harvest and work with what is present, growing and wanting to be found. This series invites you to trust your intuition, body, and sensations while learning about herbal actions, constituents and preparations with the goal of creating a holistic practice that relates with all aspects of the landscape. 

May 4

June 22

July 12

August 23

September 7

October 26

November 16

Hedge Herbalism: Medicine from Farm to Forest

Multiple dates: $55/class or $350 for entire series

Explore the edges between the cultivated and the wild at Good Maker Acres. Traditionally the “hedge” was both a physical and symbolic boundary between the known and the unknown, the abundance of the field and the mystery of the forest. Hedges were made of thorny bushes and trees like hawthorn, blackthorn, brambles and willows. As these plants grew, the hedge became a diverse heaven for birds, animals and medicinal plants; reflecting the balance, nourishment and richness of both worlds. 

This immersive herbalism series weaves together nature connection, earth based practices and folk herbalism to reclaim ancient ways, and re-establish our relationship with the land. We will explore traditional medicinal plants from the medicine garden, as well as their wild counterparts. In each class we will harvest and work with what is present, growing and wanting to be found. This series invites you to trust your intuition, body, and sensations while learning about herbal actions, constituents and preparations with the goal of creating a holistic practice that relates with all aspects of the landscape. 

May 4

June 22

July 12

August 23

September 7

October 26

November 16

Hedge Herbalism: Medicine from Farm to Forest

Multiple dates: $55/class or $350 for entire series

Explore the edges between the cultivated and the wild at Good Maker Acres. Traditionally the “hedge” was both a physical and symbolic boundary between the known and the unknown, the abundance of the field and the mystery of the forest. Hedges were made of thorny bushes and trees like hawthorn, blackthorn, brambles and willows. As these plants grew, the hedge became a diverse heaven for birds, animals and medicinal plants; reflecting the balance, nourishment and richness of both worlds. 

This immersive herbalism series weaves together nature connection, earth based practices and folk herbalism to reclaim ancient ways, and re-establish our relationship with the land. We will explore traditional medicinal plants from the medicine garden, as well as their wild counterparts. In each class we will harvest and work with what is present, growing and wanting to be found. This series invites you to trust your intuition, body, and sensations while learning about herbal actions, constituents and preparations with the goal of creating a holistic practice that relates with all aspects of the landscape. 

May 4

June 22

July 12

August 23

September 7

October 26

November 16

Hedge Herbalism: Medicine from Farm to Forest

Multiple dates: $55/class or $350 for entire series

Explore the edges between the cultivated and the wild at Good Maker Acres. Traditionally the “hedge” was both a physical and symbolic boundary between the known and the unknown, the abundance of the field and the mystery of the forest. Hedges were made of thorny bushes and trees like hawthorn, blackthorn, brambles and willows. As these plants grew, the hedge became a diverse heaven for birds, animals and medicinal plants; reflecting the balance, nourishment and richness of both worlds. 

This immersive herbalism series weaves together nature connection, earth based practices and folk herbalism to reclaim ancient ways, and re-establish our relationship with the land. We will explore traditional medicinal plants from the medicine garden, as well as their wild counterparts. In each class we will harvest and work with what is present, growing and wanting to be found. This series invites you to trust your intuition, body, and sensations while learning about herbal actions, constituents and preparations with the goal of creating a holistic practice that relates with all aspects of the landscape. 

May 4

June 22

July 12

August 23

September 7

October 26

November 16

Hedge Herbalism: Medicine from Farm to Forest

Multiple dates: $55/class or $350 for entire series

Explore the edges between the cultivated and the wild at Good Maker Acres. Traditionally the “hedge” was both a physical and symbolic boundary between the known and the unknown, the abundance of the field and the mystery of the forest. Hedges were made of thorny bushes and trees like hawthorn, blackthorn, brambles and willows. As these plants grew, the hedge became a diverse heaven for birds, animals and medicinal plants; reflecting the balance, nourishment and richness of both worlds. 

This immersive herbalism series weaves together nature connection, earth based practices and folk herbalism to reclaim ancient ways, and re-establish our relationship with the land. We will explore traditional medicinal plants from the medicine garden, as well as their wild counterparts. In each class we will harvest and work with what is present, growing and wanting to be found. This series invites you to trust your intuition, body, and sensations while learning about herbal actions, constituents and preparations with the goal of creating a holistic practice that relates with all aspects of the landscape. 

May 4

June 22

July 12

August 23

September 7

October 26

November 16

Hedge Herbalism: Medicine from Farm to Forest

Multiple dates: $55/class or $350 for entire series

Explore the edges between the cultivated and the wild at Good Maker Acres. Traditionally the “hedge” was both a physical and symbolic boundary between the known and the unknown, the abundance of the field and the mystery of the forest. Hedges were made of thorny bushes and trees like hawthorn, blackthorn, brambles and willows. As these plants grew, the hedge became a diverse heaven for birds, animals and medicinal plants; reflecting the balance, nourishment and richness of both worlds. 

This immersive herbalism series weaves together nature connection, earth based practices and folk herbalism to reclaim ancient ways, and re-establish our relationship with the land. We will explore traditional medicinal plants from the medicine garden, as well as their wild counterparts. In each class we will harvest and work with what is present, growing and wanting to be found. This series invites you to trust your intuition, body, and sensations while learning about herbal actions, constituents and preparations with the goal of creating a holistic practice that relates with all aspects of the landscape. 

May 4

June 22

July 12

August 23

September 7

October 26

November 16