Events
We are living in a time where fuel prices are rising and oil reserves are at a low. It is important therefore to develop skills within communities which enable us to work toward a more sustainable future.
The workshops which we run offer a variety of fun, informal yet informative days where people of all ages and backgrounds can learn more about herbal medicine and holistic therapies in practice. All workshops can be tailored to suit the needs of the group and timescale it is intended for.
Clare is also available to deliver talks to groups or organisations who are interested in finding out more about herbal medicine. An example of this was a productive day delivering talks on Complementary therapies and ointment making workshops for 3 groups of secondary school pupils as part of the annual 'Health day' event at Tobermory High School on the Isle of Mull in 2009. Talks to support groups such as Parkinson's UK can also be arranged.
The workshops which we run offer a variety of fun, informal yet informative days where people of all ages and backgrounds can learn more about herbal medicine and holistic therapies in practice. All workshops can be tailored to suit the needs of the group and timescale it is intended for.
Clare is also available to deliver talks to groups or organisations who are interested in finding out more about herbal medicine. An example of this was a productive day delivering talks on Complementary therapies and ointment making workshops for 3 groups of secondary school pupils as part of the annual 'Health day' event at Tobermory High School on the Isle of Mull in 2009. Talks to support groups such as Parkinson's UK can also be arranged.
Herbal medicine walk
A guided walk suitable for people of all ages where you can identify and learn more about common wild plants, their medicinal action, historical use, folklore, harvesting and preparation. You will be amazed at how many useful plants can be found. Be it woodland, sea shore or meadow, we are sure to find a variety of interesting plants to meet and get to know. Hand outs are also provided or can be downloaded here.
Herb walks also happen on a regular basis at the LORN produce market at Benderloch. To find out when the next walk is happening near you please see the calendar or visit our facebook page. To arrange a herb walk please contact us. |
Workshops
Ointment making workshops
A hands on and instructive course in how to make ointments and lip balms from a variety of raw ingredients which may help to treat certain conditions. You will be shown how to make ointments and balms using plant oils, beeswax and essential oils. Make one for yourself, or they make unique and personalised gifts! All equipment and materials are provided. Kitchen remedies This workshop is designed to provide you with a basic herbal first aid kit which you can keep well stocked with preparations easily made in your home. Learn how to make cough syrups, indigestion tablets, burn gel, drawing ointment for splinters, a soothing ointment for bites and stings, sprains and strains ointment. All materials are provided and a handout containing recipes and information is provided or available here. This is a full day event. Oils and Vinegars Oils and vinegars have been highly prized throughout the ages for their beneficial health giving properties. This workshop demonstrates how to make herbal infused oils and vinegars for home use. This includes the famous four thieves vinegar which was said to be used during the times of the plague to boost immunity. Here's to warding off the Swine flu! All equipment, materials and handout provided. Handout also available here. |
Hands on Herbal Tent
For the past three years I have been working with herbal first aid at festivals and events. This group of herbalists and first aiders use a combination of orthodox first aid, herbal medicine and other therapies to provide health care to festival goers around Scotland.
A fellow Herbalist, Catriona Gibson and I set up 'Hands on Herbal tent', initially launched on a donations basis at a small festival in June 2011. We plan to expand this to service small festivals around the UK. We provide herbal medicine information, on site herb walks, workshops (see below), a small library and a comfortable space to relax and discuss all things herbal! If you would like to know more about the work we do or to discuss bringing the Hands on Herbal tent to your event please contact us. |
