Welcome plant lover!
We invite you to join us in an exploration of the green world just outside your door.
These classes may be just your cup of tea to bring new connection to your Autumn season.
You will meet Red Clover, Yarrow and Boneset and more green friends of the fields and woods and know how to harvest them and work with them.
You will learn that all you need to make many herbal preparations already exists in your own kitchen and pantry.
You will be empowered with new recipes, plants and skills that you can use to ease your sleep, your cycle, soothe your anxiety, and nourish you deeply.
You will gain a basic fluency with the sophisticated language of energetics which underlies all traditional healing modalities and gives a beautiful lens through which to learn herbs.
We invite you to join us in an exploration of the green world just outside your door.
These classes may be just your cup of tea to bring new connection to your Autumn season.
You will meet Red Clover, Yarrow and Boneset and more green friends of the fields and woods and know how to harvest them and work with them.
You will learn that all you need to make many herbal preparations already exists in your own kitchen and pantry.
You will be empowered with new recipes, plants and skills that you can use to ease your sleep, your cycle, soothe your anxiety, and nourish you deeply.
You will gain a basic fluency with the sophisticated language of energetics which underlies all traditional healing modalities and gives a beautiful lens through which to learn herbs.
A Little Bit About Your Guides
We met nearly 4 years ago at a birth class when we were both 8 months pregnant. We soon found out we were both plant people and dove quickly into rich conversations that have not ceased. Now we have 3-year-olds who know how to pick plantain for boo-boo's and can identify violet leaves.
We feel called to share what we have gleaned about this artful way of connecting to the earth and our own health. We share a vision about connecting with other botanically minded folks in Berks to expand the offerings of this collective, becoming a constellation of herb-workers sharing our skills, tools, and visions.
We believe herbalism is medicine for the people and should be easily accessible, fun, and self-empowering. If you would like to join our classes but the price is prohibitive, send us a message at broadwingfarm@riseup.net and we will be happy to work with you.
We met nearly 4 years ago at a birth class when we were both 8 months pregnant. We soon found out we were both plant people and dove quickly into rich conversations that have not ceased. Now we have 3-year-olds who know how to pick plantain for boo-boo's and can identify violet leaves.
We feel called to share what we have gleaned about this artful way of connecting to the earth and our own health. We share a vision about connecting with other botanically minded folks in Berks to expand the offerings of this collective, becoming a constellation of herb-workers sharing our skills, tools, and visions.
We believe herbalism is medicine for the people and should be easily accessible, fun, and self-empowering. If you would like to join our classes but the price is prohibitive, send us a message at broadwingfarm@riseup.net and we will be happy to work with you.
Shannon Muldoon
My journey with herbalism started in 2012 when I studied with Juliet Blankespoor at the Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine in Asheville, NC. For the past 8+ years I have continued to connect with plants through lots of exploration, self-study, herb cultivation, attending conferences, wildcrafting/foraging, and working as a community herbalist at Humboldt Herbals in Eureka, CA. As a humble student of the healing arts, I am continually finding new avenues of study and expansion for health and wellness in addition to herbal medicine. I am a certified yoga teacher and PA certified massage therapist, specializing in prenatal and postpartum care. It is my hope that I can help inspire students to forge deep connections with the Earth, and cultivate a sense of bewilderment about the plants and our achingly beautiful dance together.
My journey with herbalism started in 2012 when I studied with Juliet Blankespoor at the Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine in Asheville, NC. For the past 8+ years I have continued to connect with plants through lots of exploration, self-study, herb cultivation, attending conferences, wildcrafting/foraging, and working as a community herbalist at Humboldt Herbals in Eureka, CA. As a humble student of the healing arts, I am continually finding new avenues of study and expansion for health and wellness in addition to herbal medicine. I am a certified yoga teacher and PA certified massage therapist, specializing in prenatal and postpartum care. It is my hope that I can help inspire students to forge deep connections with the Earth, and cultivate a sense of bewilderment about the plants and our achingly beautiful dance together.
Annie Hasz
In 2010 in a midst of a busy farming season I took a life-changing Homestead Herbalism course with Susan Hess (Still Room at Pitch Pines). The day we learned about comfrey, I sprained my ankle on a friend's farm near a comfrey plant, giving me the perfect opportunity to practice my herbalism. It worked. For this reason and so many others, I deepened my studies in 2012, moving to Virginia to study with Kat Maier at Sacred Plant Traditions in a Clinical Herbalism program. There I taught a Botany for Herbalists class and have offered this class at the Mid-Atlantic Women's Herbal Conference as well. Since that time I have made my focus on the foundation of health: growing nutrient-dense food with organic practices for my community. One of the most nourishing experiences of farming for me has been to welcome people into our garden to meet and taste plants.
In 2010 in a midst of a busy farming season I took a life-changing Homestead Herbalism course with Susan Hess (Still Room at Pitch Pines). The day we learned about comfrey, I sprained my ankle on a friend's farm near a comfrey plant, giving me the perfect opportunity to practice my herbalism. It worked. For this reason and so many others, I deepened my studies in 2012, moving to Virginia to study with Kat Maier at Sacred Plant Traditions in a Clinical Herbalism program. There I taught a Botany for Herbalists class and have offered this class at the Mid-Atlantic Women's Herbal Conference as well. Since that time I have made my focus on the foundation of health: growing nutrient-dense food with organic practices for my community. One of the most nourishing experiences of farming for me has been to welcome people into our garden to meet and taste plants.
Our Teaching Spaces & Nuts and Bolts
During this pandemic era, we are requiring masks for classes with an indoor component. We will also require masks during outdoor teaching when less than 6 feet apart. Bring your own water bottle, a notebook and pen, and comfortable clothing for weather for outdoor classes. We will communicate with you with any updates for our classes by e-mail. If you feel sick or have been around someone confirmed to have Covid, be a smart, considerate cookie and stay home. Refunds/Cancellations: We will offer a full refund up to 48 hours before the class begins. After that point, we are unable to offer a refund. If we have to cancel class because of weather/illness on our part we will aim to reschedule class for subsequent Saturday. If you are unable to make our make-up day, we will offer you a refund.
STLWTR Farmstead in Mohnton
Classes: Intro to Medicine Making and Pantry Herbalism for Winter Wellness
The classroom space is cozy and heated if need be, used during the week as classroom space for a K-5 homeschool co-op. If weather allows, class may be partially outside and a large door will be left open for fresh air. Outdoor amenities include a large covered awning, hand washing sink and porta-potty. *Address will be shared once you sign up for this class!*
Broad Wing Farm in Morgantown
Classes: Autumn Medicine Plant Walk & Herbal Energetics
Broad Wing Farm is a farmstead where the classroom will be on foot in the fields and under tents in the open air. There is a hand-washing station as well as a rustic outhouse available. This is a working farm and may be muddy and wet.
During this pandemic era, we are requiring masks for classes with an indoor component. We will also require masks during outdoor teaching when less than 6 feet apart. Bring your own water bottle, a notebook and pen, and comfortable clothing for weather for outdoor classes. We will communicate with you with any updates for our classes by e-mail. If you feel sick or have been around someone confirmed to have Covid, be a smart, considerate cookie and stay home. Refunds/Cancellations: We will offer a full refund up to 48 hours before the class begins. After that point, we are unable to offer a refund. If we have to cancel class because of weather/illness on our part we will aim to reschedule class for subsequent Saturday. If you are unable to make our make-up day, we will offer you a refund.
STLWTR Farmstead in Mohnton
Classes: Intro to Medicine Making and Pantry Herbalism for Winter Wellness
The classroom space is cozy and heated if need be, used during the week as classroom space for a K-5 homeschool co-op. If weather allows, class may be partially outside and a large door will be left open for fresh air. Outdoor amenities include a large covered awning, hand washing sink and porta-potty. *Address will be shared once you sign up for this class!*
Broad Wing Farm in Morgantown
Classes: Autumn Medicine Plant Walk & Herbal Energetics
Broad Wing Farm is a farmstead where the classroom will be on foot in the fields and under tents in the open air. There is a hand-washing station as well as a rustic outhouse available. This is a working farm and may be muddy and wet.