Evergreens, like cedar, spruce, juniper and pine have had a relationship with humans for generations. They bestow many gifts upon us, especially during winter time when food and medicine are scarce. Evergreens are high in minerals and vitamins, especially vitamin C, making them an excellent winter ally for cold and flu season. Healing salves and infused oils made from spruce, and especially white pine, make long lasting topical remedies you can use throughout the seasons for everything from massage to healing bruises and wounds. In this class you will learn:
How to identify and harvest local evergreens, their resins and seeds
How to make infused vinegars, syrups, teas, oxymels, salves and other useful remedies
The medicinal and spiritual benefits of evergreens
Please note that our home is accessible via NJT, class schedule is designed to accommodate train schedules from the Harriman Station. We will pick you up and drive you back to the station. A delicious home cooked lunch and take home remedies are included.