Class Two: Energetics, Properties and Synergies- the Botanical Superpower (In-person)

Recommended First Step: Introduction to Herbalism and Tincture-making class. 

Class Schedule: Sunday, January 11th (2:00-5:00 PM), Sunday, February 8th 

GOAL:  Expanding participants knowledge of tincture-making through the experience of tasting and evaluating herbs, and being able to understand how to pair two complementary plants together for a potent effect. 

CLASS FORMAT:  Tea Tasting Experience and Sharing, Instruction, and Practical Activities/Experiences in Pairs

TOPICS COVERED: Tea Tasting/Analyzing Tea Qualities, Review of Energetics, Herbal Vocabulary, and Tissue States, Activity: Pairing Herbal Properties, Reviewing Herbal Actions, Activity: Identifying the Herbal Energies, and Activity: Synergy Circles (Goal: Pairing 26 Synergies) 

LOCATION: Stokes Cooperative Extension office, located at 700 Main Street, Danbury, NC 27016. 

TIME:  2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

PARTICIPANT NUMBERS:  A minimum of five and a maximum of 12. 

MATERIALS PROVIDED: Please expect information to be emailed prior to class and a packet of material, including 60 pre-cut slips of herbs (assess: Properties, Energetics, and Tissue State Results).

MATERIALS NEEDED:  Introductory packet of materials, two coffee mugs, index cards