Description:

This class will investigate plants, often found in our backyard or spice cabinet, focusing not only on the nutritional benefits, but medicinal uses. Medicine is best given in the forms people will take it, so this hands-on class will learn about teas, infusions and decoctions; infused honey and vinegars; tinctures and glycerites, herbal salts and pesto. We will have fun with fermented soda and make yummy treats. There will also be a series on homeopathy, what it is, and the remedies most often used. Through the year, students will put together a first-aid kit, and have a notebook of information and recipes. There will be optional plant walks.