The Transcendent Path
Honoring the Sacred Traditions of Herbal Medicine
A deeply immersive, year-long apprenticeship rooted in ancestral plant wisdom, seasonal cycles,
and embodied herbal practice.
Seasonal Herbal Immersion Days:
Head, Heart & Hands
If you just want a day of community and herbalism, can’t commit to a full program, or were ever questioning if this program was for you and wanted to indulge a lesser commitment first,
this is for you!!
Join us for a day of herbal immersion! A flexible, freestyle day, deeply rooted in presence and relationship.
These are not traditional “classes” in the structured sense. They are living, breathing days of intention, practice and circle.
We will gather in the gardens and on the land, hands in the soil, meeting the plants where they are in their cycle, and allowing the day to be guided by what is blooming, what is ready to be harvested, and what medicines are asking to be made.
Each immersion will unfold organically, in the true spirit of Wise Woman tradition, woven with threads of science and clinical practice.
*These classes are open to anyone at all skill levels with a willingness to learn, get hands in the soil, and immerse themselves in herbal medicine!
Young adults 13 and older are welcome to register as well, when accompanied by an adult, if they have an interest in this practice!*
June 27th | 10 am to 5 pm
Seasonal Herbal Immersion Days
Join us for a day of herbal immersion! A flexible, freestyle day, deeply rooted in presence and relationship.
These are not traditional “classes” in the structured sense. They are living, breathing days of intention, practice and circle.
We will gather in the gardens and on the land, hands in the soil, meeting the plants where they are in their cycle, and allowing the day to be guided by what is blooming, what is ready to be harvested, and what medicines are asking to be made.
Each immersion will unfold organically, in the true spirit of Wise Woman tradition, woven with threads of science and clinical practice.
We may:
Work in the gardens, weeding and tending to allies, strengthening our identification skills and relationship
Harvest and prepare plant medicines from what is ready to be worked with
Craft tinctures, oils, vinegars, or other seasonal remedies
Explore plant identification and wild tending practices
Sit in circle and share teachings, song and community
Work with energetics, intuition, and embodied plant relationship
Or follow wherever the land leads us that day!
These gatherings are rooted in relationship - to the earth, to the plants, to ourselves, and to one another. Rather than moving through a preset curriculum, we will allow the season itself to shape our experiences. Every day will be different. Every circle will carry its own medicine. This class, just following the Summer Solstice weekend, will likely have some themes that flow with continuing celebrating the herbs of the Solstice.
This is immersive, hands-on, earth-centered learning in its most organic form.
These classes are open to anyone at all skill levels with a willingness to learn, get hands in the soil, and immerse themselves in herbal medicine!
Young adults 13 and older are welcome to register as well, when accompanied by an adult, if they have an interest in this practice!
Investment
These immersion days are offered on a sliding scale in order to balance accessibility with sustainability.
All registrations include the remedy we make together, and all additional plants harvested that day.
You have an opportunity to make much more than what we do together, but all other supplies must be brought with you, or can be purchased separately.
Full class commitment: $144
Sliding scale range: $111-188
Please choose the amount that feels aligned with your financial reality and your capacity to support this work. Paying at the higher end of the scale helps make lower-cost spots possible for others in our community.
What to Bring
Have a basket for gathering, gardening shears, gloves, a sun hat, non aerosol sunscreen, nontoxic insect repellent, a towel, refillable water bottle and a dish to share.
We will break for lunch mid day. Our lunch will be a community provided potluck, each person contributing an offering to a nourishing meal. Think seasonal and whole, unprocessed foods. I will also provide a contribution, mountain water, and herbal teas.
A swimsuit may be appropriate for the summer months if we have time to walk down to the lake.
I will be in contact with any additional medicine making needs and other supplies within the week or two prior to our gathering.
July 17th | 10 am to 5 pm.
*Rich Mandelbaum teaching on July 18th.
Register for both, discount and lodging options listed below.
Seasonal Herbal Immersion Days
Hands in the Earth • Medicine in the Making • Circle in Community
Join us for a day of herbal immersion! A flexible, freestyle day, deeply rooted in presence and relationship.
These are not traditional “classes” in the structured sense. They are living, breathing days of intention, practice and circle.
We will gather in the gardens and on the land, hands in the soil, meeting the plants where they are in their cycle, and allowing the day to be guided by what is blooming, what is ready to be harvested, and what medicines are asking to be made.
Each immersion will unfold organically, in the true spirit of Wise Woman tradition, woven with threads of science and clinical practice.
We will:
Work in the gardens, weeding and tending to allies, strengthening our identification skills and relationship
Harvest and prepare plant medicines from what is ready to be worked with
Craft tinctures, oils, vinegars, or other seasonal remedies
Explore plant identification and wild tending practices
Sit in circle and share teachings, song and community
Work with energetics, intuition, and embodied plant relationship
Or follow wherever the land leads us that day!
These gatherings are rooted in relationship - to the earth, to the plants, to ourselves, and to one another. Rather than moving through a preset curriculum, we will allow the season itself to shape our experiences. Every day will be different. Every circle will carry its own medicine.
This is immersive, hands-on, earth-centered learning in its most organic form.
These classes are open to anyone at all skill levels with a willingness to learn, get hands in the soil, and immerse themselves in herbal medicine!
Young adults 13 and older are welcome to register as well, when accompanied by an adult, if they have an interest in this practice!
Investment
These immersion days are offered on a sliding scale in order to balance accessibility with sustainability.
All registrations include the remedy we make together, and all additional plants harvested that day.
You have an opportunity to make much more than what we do together, but all other supplies must be brought with you, or can be purchased separately.
Full class commitment: $144
Sliding scale range: $111 – $188
Please choose the amount that feels aligned with your financial reality and your capacity to support this work. Paying at the higher end of the scale helps make lower-cost spots possible for others in our community.
What to Bring
Have a basket for gathering, gardening shears, gloves, a sun hat, non aerosol sunscreen, nontoxic insect repellent, a towel, refillable water bottle and a dish to share.
We will break for lunch mid day. Our lunch will be a community provided potluck, each person contributing an offering to a nourishing meal. Think seasonal and whole, unprocessed foods. I will also provide a contribution, mountain water, and herbal teas.
A swimsuit may be appropriate for the summer months if we have time to walk down to the lake.
I will be in contact with any additional medicine making needs and other supplies within the week or two prior to our gathering.
Make it a Weekend
Those registered for Where Phytochemistry Meets Gaia on July 18th are invited to extend an immersive weekend experience by joining this Seasonal Immersion Day.
As part of this extended journey, Use code PLANTIMMERSION at checkout for $25 off your Seasonal Immersion Day registration. You’ll also have the option to camp on the land overnight from July 17th into July 18th.
Only valid for those registering for both events.
Location:
Transcending Roots Apothecary & Gardens, Becket, MA (details provided upon registration)
August 15th | 10 am to 5 pm
Seasonal Herbal Immersion Days
Hands in the Earth • Medicine in the Making • Circle in Community
Join us for a day of herbal immersion! A flexible, freestyle day, deeply rooted in presence and relationship.
These are not traditional “classes” in the structured sense. They are living, breathing days of intention, practice and circle.
We will gather in the gardens and on the land, hands in the soil, meeting the plants where they are in their cycle, and allowing the day to be guided by what is blooming, what is ready to be harvested, and what medicines are asking to be made.
Each immersion will unfold organically, in the true spirit of Wise Woman tradition, woven with threads of science and clinical practice.
We may:
Work in the gardens, weeding and tending to allies, strengthening our identification skills and relationship
Harvest and prepare plant medicines from what is ready to be worked with
Craft tinctures, oils, vinegars, or other seasonal remedies
Explore plant identification and wild tending practices
Sit in circle and share teachings, song and community
Work with energetics, intuition, and embodied plant relationship
Or follow wherever the land leads us that day!
These gatherings are rooted in relationship - to the earth, to the plants, to ourselves, and to one another. Rather than moving through a preset curriculum, we will allow the season itself to shape our experiences. Every day will be different. Every circle will carry its own medicine. This class, being the Summer Solstice weekend, will likely have some themes that flow with celebrating the Solstice.
This is immersive, hands-on, earth-centered learning in its most organic form.
These classes are open to anyone at all skill levels with a willingness to learn, get hands in the soil, and immerse themselves in herbal medicine!
Young adults 13 and older are welcome to register as well, when accompanied by an adult, if they have an interest in this practice!
Investment
These immersion days are offered on a sliding scale in order to balance accessibility with sustainability.
All registrations include the remedy we make together, and all additional plants harvested that day.
You have an opportunity to make much more than what we do together, but all other supplies must be brought with you, or can be purchased separately.
Full class commitment: $144
Sliding scale range: $111-188
Please choose the amount that feels aligned with your financial reality and your capacity to support this work. Paying at the higher end of the scale helps make lower-cost spots possible for others in our community.
What to Bring
Have a basket for gathering, gardening shears, gloves, a sun hat, non aerosol sunscreen, nontoxic insect repellent, a towel, refillable water bottle and a dish to share.
We will break for lunch mid day. Our lunch will be a community provided potluck, each person contributing an offering to a nourishing meal. Think seasonal and whole, unprocessed foods. I will also provide a contribution, mountain water, and herbal teas.
A swimsuit may be appropriate for the summer months if we have time to walk down to the lake.
I will be in contact with any additional medicine making needs and other supplies within the week or two prior to our gathering.
September TBD (either the 12th or 26th) | 10 am to 5 pm
Seasonal Herbal Immersion Days
Hands in the Earth • Medicine in the Making • Circle in Community
Join us for a day of herbal immersion! A flexible, freestyle day, deeply rooted in presence and relationship.
These are not traditional “classes” in the structured sense. They are living, breathing days of intention, practice and circle.
We will gather in the gardens and on the land, hands in the soil, meeting the plants where they are in their cycle, and allowing the day to be guided by what is blooming, what is ready to be harvested, and what medicines are asking to be made.
Each immersion will unfold organically, in the true spirit of Wise Woman tradition, woven with threads of science and clinical practice.
We may:
Work in the gardens, weeding and tending to allies, strengthening our identification skills and relationship
Harvest and prepare plant medicines from what is ready to be worked with
Craft tinctures, oils, vinegars, or other seasonal remedies
Explore plant identification and wild tending practices
Sit in circle and share teachings, song and community
Work with energetics, intuition, and embodied plant relationship
Or follow wherever the land leads us that day!
These gatherings are rooted in relationship - to the earth, to the plants, to ourselves, and to one another. Rather than moving through a preset curriculum, we will allow the season itself to shape our experiences. Every day will be different. Every circle will carry its own medicine.
This is immersive, hands-on, earth-centered learning in its most organic form.
These classes are open to anyone at all skill levels with a willingness to learn, get hands in the soil, and immerse themselves in herbal medicine!
Young adults 13 and older are welcome to register as well, when accompanied by an adult, if they have an interest in this practice!
Investment
These immersion days are offered on a sliding scale in order to balance accessibility with sustainability.
All registrations include the remedy we make together, and all additional plants harvested that day.
You have an opportunity to make much more than what we do together, but all other supplies must be brought with you, or can be purchased separately.
Full class commitment: $144
Sliding scale range: $111-188
Please choose the amount that feels aligned with your financial reality and your capacity to support this work. Paying at the higher end of the scale helps make lower-cost spots possible for others in our community.
What to Bring
Have a basket for gathering, gardening shears, gloves, a sun hat, non aerosol sunscreen, nontoxic insect repellent, a towel, refillable water bottle and a dish to share.
We will break for lunch mid day. Our lunch will be a community provided potluck, each person contributing an offering to a nourishing meal. Think seasonal and whole, unprocessed foods. I will also provide a contribution, mountain water, and herbal teas.
I will be in contact with any additional medicine making needs and other supplies within the week or two prior to our gathering.
Welcome to the journey into plant medicine
Are You Ready to Walk the Spiral of Healing, Land & Lineage?
This program is for seekers and souls ready to return to tradition, root into the earth, and ground into sacred practice.
This is more than herbal study — it is a way of life.
Here you will:
• Reconnect with the Earth and your own ancestral lineage
• Learn plant wisdom through seasonal cycles
• Build embodied skills and ethical practice
• Deepen your spiritual and communal grounding
This Path Is For You If You…
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✔ feel called to deepen your herbal + spiritual practice
✔ want grounded community and embodied learning
✔ seek healing through land, ritual, and seasons here -
❌ are looking for a quick fix or online checklist course
❌ want theory without hands-on connection
❌ prefer disconnected self-paced learning
Beyond practical skills, this program is an invitation to embark on a personal and spiritual journey through the seasons—learning to weave plant medicine and magic into everyday life.
Rooted in earth-based spirituality, we move through the Wheel of the Year with plant ally journeys, meditations, and sacred connection to nature.
We honor the Munsee Mohican land on which we live and work, carrying forth a living tradition of reciprocity, sovereignty, and remembrance—healing the broken threads by honoring the original people of this land through ethical practice, right relation, and reawakening connection to each of our own unique ancestral heritage.
This is a path of discovery, transformation, and belonging for those called to walk in harmony with the earth and her medicines.
A Spiritual Journey
Over the seasons you will:
🌿 Move beyond information → into embodied practice
🔥 Learn plant wisdom with ritual, ceremony, and real medicine-making
🌎 Connect land, spirit, body and community in seasonal rhythms
🤝 Adopt ethical practice grounded in reciprocity and respect
🍁 Cultivate ancestral remembering and inner transformation
“The experience of the herbal apprenticeship program with Kim has been transformative in my personal, communal, spiritual and professional life.
The richness of the program’s offerings are in the informational, applicational and spiritual aspects that embody the heart and soul of the herbalism path.
Lead by a wise, experienced, heart-centered and integrity-lead facilitator, Transcending Roots program wholesomely accesses both skill/science and practice/spirit, making for a comprehensive experience for any new or experienced herbalist.”
- Lynn Gallagher, Third Year Student
Immersive Study
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Be prepared to stay a for a long day. Herbal medicine is slow, patience, stillness. Our classes will gather once a month on Saturdays, beginning at 10 am, and go until at least 5 or 6pm, sometimes later.
*In addition to in person classes, there will be a monthly week-night virtual meeting, usually for about one hour, that will allow time for integration, Q&A and any additional relevant teachings that were not covered in our time together in person.
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Herbal infusions, snacks and clean mountain water will be provided, in addition to all of the teachings and medicines I will share.
The meals the rest of the day are a collective offering from each student.
Please plan to bring a dish to share for a potluck style intentional and nourishing community meal for our lunch, in addition to anything else you need to be comfortable.
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What Else to Bring:
We will provide more details on what you need for each class in the weeks prior to the gathering.
Ways to Join Us
Full Investment or Seasonal Registration:
Students that attend the entire year, there is a discount to registration. The full program is recommended, but seasonal enrollment is available as well for those seeking a lesser commitment.
You will get out of this what you put into it.
Our offerings meet you where you are. Each class has a focus on a seasonal medicines, associated body systems and earth spirit holidays.
In each class, you’ll gain foundational herbal skills such as plant identification, medicine making, understanding body systems, and applying herbal remedies to everyday ailments. You’ll learn about plant synergy and energetics, diving into the rich, complex world of herbal interactions.
At this time, we welcome all women (cis and trans) and non-binary individuals, over 18, who come in peace, comfortable with topics centered on women’s experiences.
Drop-In or Seasonal class registrants do not qualify for a certificate. Pre-registration for all classes is required for certificate.
In an age where the spread of inaccurate information is rampant, especially regarding foraging and herbalism due to social media, our goal is to provide accurate, detailed, and evidence-based knowledge to ensure you practice safely and effectively.
My goal is to equip you with the knowledge, backed by experience, science, historical wisdom, and reverence to become a skilled and ethically conscientious community herbalist, while cultivating a healing relationship with the land.
At Each Gathering...
We honor the Munsee-Mohican People & Land we occupy and have the privilege to teach on and tend to.
Circles will be held on our land in the forest of Western Massachusetts.
(4.5 HOURS NORTH OF PHILADELPHIA)
Practicum:
Each year, students have an opportunity to schedule additional study, outside of class time, to engage in activities such as gardening, foraging, and medicine making.
The depths to which you take this apprenticeship is in your hands. Opportunities like helping out on our land outside of education days will provide more hands-on work with gardening, medicine making, learning about herbs and their actions, plant communication, constitutional prescribing, etc.
At each gathering, together we will:
Open and hold a sacred circle
Connect with the land
Work in the gardens, tending to and harvesting medicinal plants
Wild plant ID and forage
Prepare and make various herbal remedies
Build community and share wisdom
Gather in ritual and ceremony, and tend to a sacred fire
In the warmer months, we will have an opportunity to explore the sacred waters and lakes on the land
"This was my first herbal apprenticeship, and it was such a beautiful learning experience. Kim really opened the garden door for me and helped me hone in and slow down, by getting to know one plant very well. I see the Earth with new eyes because of this apprenticeship. I see the lineage of my ancestors, and the TCM wisdom that is fading from my family. It is because of this apprenticeship journey that I felt called to dive deeper into the medicine of my ancestors. The community of women brought together through this apprenticeship is something I am truly grateful for as well. We all came from different levels of experience, different backgrounds, but centered around our gratitude and connection to the Earth. Kim's wisdom runs deep and her passion for the plants and their gifts are seen in how she teaches, through hands-on experiences. Making medicine, gathering flowers, spring greens, summer berries, I live more in tune with the seasons thanks to this apprenticeship. And she was so welcoming to my little 2 year old joining in and learning alongside, which was truly so so special."
- Steph, First Year Student
Accessibility & Sliding Scale Tuition
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Accessibility & Sliding Scale Tuition ~
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Payment is due upon registration. You can choose to pay in full, or pay in installments through Klarna.
For the Full Program Only: If payment plans through Klarna are not available to you, please reach out and we can arrange alternative payment plans if needed.
Space is incredibly limited, and registrants will be accepted on a first come first serve basis.
Tuition includes all that is listed above, including teachings, infusions, supplies for medicine making, harvesting plants we grow here on our land, and all preparations made throughout the year together.
Work trade discount options are available on a very limited basis. Please reach out to us to inquire.
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For those that wish to sign up for all classes, we offer a discounted annual registration at a sliding scale.
We ask our students choose the tuition that is honestly the most within your means.
Tuition is determined on a sliding scale to ensure accessibility while honoring the time and energy dedicated to teaching.All tuition is due before the start of each class and may be paid in full or paid in equal installments. If payment plans through Klarna are not available to you, please reach out and we can arrange alternative payment plans if needed.
We ask that applicants consider their commitment to the program carefully to honor the time and energy of our teachers and fellow students.
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Sign up for the seasons of your choosing, at a sliding scale.
See below for more info.
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75% refund if cancellation occurs up to 15 days before the program starts.
40% refund if cancellation occurs within the first 2 weeks days of the program.
No refunds will be issued after the first 30 days. However, we can discuss arrangements for making up lost time.
Contact Information:
For questions or more information about the programs, please email us
Work trade discount options are available on a very limited basis.
Welcome to the journey of remembrance.
The path awaits…
The full year-long apprenticeship offers the most transformation
and deepest immersion with the best value.
Join the 2027 Wait List
click enroll below and fill out the form to join
Welcome, we are so excited you are joining us! This registration is for the 2027 program. There is no payment due at this time, just fill out the form and we will contact you about enrollment!
Once registered, will connect around the Spring Equinox with information about what to bring with you and provide more details about our first gathering. If you have any question after you register (or want to connect before you do!), don’t hesitate to reach out!
This is to enroll in a full commitment to this journey. Classes are April through December 2027. We will gather one Saturday per month in-person, and have one additional virtual meeting per month.
Sliding Scale Enrollment
Tuition includes all that is listed above, including teachings, infusions, supplies for medicine making, harvesting plants we grow here on our land, and all preparations made throughout the year together.
We ask our students choose the tuition that is honestly the most within your means.
Tuition is determined on a sliding scale to ensure accessibility while honoring the time and energy dedicated to teaching.
All tuition is due before the start of each class and may be paid in full or paid in equal installments through Klarna or in other approved payment plans.
Pay it Forward: Supports scholarship funds and our free herbal clinic.
Standard Tuition: Covers the full cost of the course.
Discounted Tuition: For those meeting basic needs with limited expendable income.
Lower Discounted Tuition: Reserved for those with the greatest need, or those with extremely limited expendable income.
Payment Plan Tuition: For those that wish to split up their tuition into 4 equal payments that Klarna is not available to. Please select this option, check out, and we will contact you regarding setting up payment plans. Please reply ASAP once we connect with you. If we do not hear from you within 72 hours of reaching out to set up payment plans, we will cancel the registration.
Scholarship Spaces: Accessibility is an integral part of our foundation. Each gathering, there are limited spaces available for those with the greatest financial need. Please contact us directly at hello@transcendingroots.com to discuss this option.
We ask that applicants consider their commitment to the program carefully to honor the time and energy of our teachers and fellow students.
Refund Policy:
100% refund (minus registration fee of $250) if cancellation occurs up to 30 days before the program starts.
40% refund (minus registration fee) if cancellation occurs within the first 30 days of the program.
No refunds will be issued after the first 30 days. However, we can discuss arrangements for making up lost time.
General Overview of Monthly Classes: (subject to change)
The full course will have a foundational focus on introductions to herbalism, Wise Woman Tradition values and Ethics of Practice . All months will include garden tending, harvesting, and wildcrafting when possible.
April: Spring Awakening – Liver, Digestion & New Beginnings
The liver and digestive systems as the body’s spring renewal centers; the tastes and energetics of Spring’s associated organs
Learn to nourish body, mind, and spirit through wild spring greens and gentle detoxification
Spring Intention-Setting Ritual & Altar Creation for new beginnings under the waxing moon
Beltane teachings and introduction to the foundations of the Wise Woman Tradition
Medicine Making
May: Beltane – Fertility, Reproductive Wisdom & Emotional Flow
Exploring the reproductive and endocrine systems; cycles of fertility, creativity, and hormonal balance
Herbs for menstrual and reproductive health
Plant Ally Journey
Garden Tending, Harvesting and Medicine Making
June: The Heart of Summer – Circulatory & Nervous Systems
Connecting to the heart and emotional well-being through the Fire element
Herbs for physical, spiritual and emotional heart and circulatory health
Honoring the Summer Solstice
Garden Tending, Harvesting and Medicine Making
July: Skin & Musculoskeletal Healing – Herbal First Aid
Herbal topical first aid: skin care, wound healing, muscle recovery, and inflammation support
Seasonal plants for skin care, and topical use
Garden Tending, Harvesting and Medicine Making
Lammas ritual: celebrating strength, balance, and inner harvest
August: Immune & Lymphatic Health – Strength and Balance
Understanding the immune system through the lens of Qi and Wei Qi vitality
Herbs for immune support and prevention
Late Summer Harvest time
Garden Tending, Harvesting and Medicine Making
September: Autumn Equinox – Respiratory & ENT Systems
Herbs for respiratory wellness
Understanding coughs, colds, and sinus conditions and how to work with herbs effectively for them
Autumn Equinox ritual for harvest, reflection, and transition into the dark
Garden Tending, Harvesting and Medicine Making
October: Root Medicine & The Spiritual Body
Working with herbs for emotional regulation and energetic protection, ethically
Samhain ancestral connection and protection ritual; honoring lineage and intuition
Garden Tending, Root Harvesting and Medicine Making
November: Earth Medicine & Reading the Body
Presentation of Plant Ally Projects (for full year students); reflection and gratitude for the year’s learnings
The Art of Reading the Body - An Introduction
Ritual for honoring cycles of rest
Decanting Remedies made throughout the year, and deeper skin care making practices
December: Winter Dreaming – Dream Herbs & Solstice Renewal
Exploring the herbs of rest and dreaming
Winter medicine and seasonal blues
Winter Solstice ritual: honoring the return of light, intention-setting for the coming year
Integrative closing circle for the year; gratitude and reflection
To read more about the program, you can return to the program home page here.
2027 Monthly Dates
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2027 Monthly Dates ~
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Dates TBD
In person one full day per month, and an additional zoom each month.
At this time, we welcome all women (cis and trans) and non-binary individuals, over 18, who come in peace, comfortable with topics centered on women’s experiences.
"We all wake up with the same Sun, and fall asleep under the same Moon. We feel the weather changes as the seasons shift. The cold hard breeze of a winter afternoon, the crunch of the leaves under the soles of our feet, and the refreshing waves of the ocean on a hot summers day. Earth is always reminding us of her presence, and immersing myself with her medicine opened a door I never even knew existed.
This herbal apprenticeship brought Earth to life. When I’m outside, the world around me becomes more vivid. The songs of leaves dancing in the wind, the sun kissing the trees as it sets, the bees blissfully bathing in the pollen of flowers, and the plant allies that once were just “weeds” still mesmerize me. Every time I leave my home, I see and deeply feel the life radiating through the plants that encompass our surroundings. I can feel the Earth shift through the seasons, as this winter called for rest. When I make medicine for myself and loved ones, I feel our energies dance with each other as we work together to heal and support. My plant allies have taught me lessons that I never knew I needed, invoking a new level of awareness and balance. Plant medicine has expanded my capacity to experience life. I’ve learned that everything can take place at once. The euphoric, the suffering and the overcoming. Instead of running away, I now welcome the spiral of life.
So thank you for opening this door. Not only teaching me the ways of plant medicine, but gifting me the opportunity to create this enchanting relationship with Earth herself. I recommend this path to you all, and I leave you with this:
“Even a wounded world is feeding us. Even a wounded world holds us, giving us moments of wonder and joy. I choose joy over despair. Not because I have my head in the sand, but because joy is what the earth gives me daily and I must return the gift.” ― Robin Wall Kimmerer, Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants"
- Genesis, Second Year Student
The path waits…Step into a living tradition of land, lineage, and reciprocity.
I look forward to walking this path with you and welcoming you to the herbal community.
You’ll build relationships that will last a lifetime.
Lodging &Travel
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Lodging &Travel *
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We recommend those traveling from outside of the area arrive Friday so you can be on time for class Saturday morning, or plan to arrive promptly by 930 am. We will not wait to begin class for late arrivals and we appreciate your timely arrival.
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You may choose to plan to take care of your own lodging (recommendations provided) or stay on the land upon approval, (note: camping may not be an option for every circle and is rustic!).
Local lodging recommendations in under 30 minutes from us:
Vrbo or AirBnB are options as well - in Becket, Lee, Lenox, Pittsfield, Dalton, or Stockbridge
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Our home is sustained by a small septic system, and we’re grateful to share this land in a way that honors its natural rhythms and limits. When larger groups gather here, we invite guests to use outdoor facilities when possible, with respect and care.
A wash station will always be available and thoughtful accommodations are always made for those who are bleeding or have mobility needs, so that everyone feels supported and welcome in this shared space.