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In this class, we will discuss stress as a primary root cause of illness and explain its physical effects on the body, specifically the digestive, nervous, endocrine, and immune systems. We’ll explore the relationship between stress and many modern illnesses and learn about adaptogens, a class of herbs which specifically help to normalize the stress response in our bodies and increase our strength and vitality. The class will focus on 3 adaptogens, one of which you can grow in your own yard,…See More

The liver is our largest solid organ and one of the most complex.  Unfortunately, in today’s modern world, it is one of the most abused and stressed organs in the human body.  This class will focus on the Liver and all of the incredible roles it plays in maintaining our health and protecting us from toxins.  We’ll explore the medicinal properties of a variety of seasonal vegetables that help detoxify, regenerate, and nourish our livers.  Class will include delicious vegetarian/vegan friendly…See More

The liver is our largest solid organ and one of the most complex.  Unfortunately, in today’s modern world, it is one of the most abused and stressed organs in the human body.  This class will focus on the Liver and all of the incredible roles it plays in maintaining our health and protecting us from toxins.  We’ll explore the medicinal properties of a variety of seasonal vegetables that help detoxify, regenerate, and nourish our livers.  Class will include delicious vegetarian/vegan friendly…See More

This first class is designed to be an introduction to the world of herbal medicine. We’ll talk about when and how to use herbs, the different forms in which you can take them (teas, tinctures, etc), safe and effective dosage, and more.  We’ll also discuss different approaches to working with herbs and focus on 2 or 3 of my favorite spring tonic herbs to start using every day.  Class will include a plant meditation, some urban foraging, and tea tasting.  Everyone will get to bring home their own…See More

Come learn how to make you own herb-infused medicinal oils for use on cuts, bruises, burns, pain and other external wounds, using olive oil, herbs, and a mason jar. We will focus on a few herbs to use externally for healing and everyone will get to make their own 8 oz jar of Calendula and/or Comfrey infused oil to take home. We will also be learning how to make salves/lipbalms with these oils and everyone will get to take home a tube of yummy lipbalm as well! Class is $25 and includes handout,…See More

Come learn how to make you own herb-infused medicinal oils for use on cuts, bruises, burns, pain and other external wounds, using olive oil, herbs, and a mason jar. We will focus on a few herbs to use externally for healing and everyone will get to make their own 8 oz jar of Calendula and/or Comfrey infused oil to take home. We will also be learning how to make salves/lipbalms with these oils and everyone will get to take home a tube of yummy lipbalm as well! Class is $25 and includes handout,…See More

You are invited to join us in letting go, flowing, moving, emptying out or filling up to high energy music and vibrations! The Dance Wave is free-form, unstructured dance/flow that allows for freedom to express our unique self through movement/dance within a supportive and respectful community. The music follows a wave journey with a calm/flow beginning, into a more vigorous and intense middle, entering into a more still and silent end. You can express playfulness, craziness, passion, sadness,…See More

Let's get together to express our unique self through movement/dance to great music!  This dance is for everyone to enjoy and participate equally - reclaiming a part of our human heritage - the joy of community dance. The music follows a wave journey (calm beginning, into a more vigorous & intense middle, entering into a calm and meditative end). No partner or dancing ability necessary, just bring yourself and move as the music moves you. The dances are drug, alcohol and smoke free. The…See More

**DUE TO INJURING MY BACK, WE WILL HAVE TO CANCEL AND RESCHEDULE**  Come check out the work we've done around our little homestead, meet other permies, and talk a little permaculture. We'll provide a small keg of beer and a shade tree.  Please bring a dish to share, other drinks, coolers, your own plates/utensils, and a blanket or chair.  Kids are welcome.5pm until 9pm. Please RSVP by July 19th. Directions from Knoxville:Alcoa Hwy toward the airport.Left onto Governor John Sevier Hwy.Right at…See More

A class series designed to help empower you to reclaim your own healing at the most fundamental level: through the food you eat.  These classes will explore the medicinal properties of whole foods through Western, Traditional Chinese, and Ayurvedic medicinal traditions, as well as how to best prepare them for optimal nourishment.  Each class will be seasonally based and focus on vegetables, fruits, grains, legumes, and more.  Throughout the classes, we’ll also delve into how to heal the…See More