AstroEarth
Ayurveda <> Herbalism <> Astrology
Part school, part study group, part personal development. A unique journey reconnecting you to the earth, the elements, and to your authentic spirit. Join us as we learn with the earth, reconnect back to the deeper Self, and explore holistic herbalism through Ayurveda and Astrology.
Taking place on our organic and biodynamic land in River Falls, Wisconsin you’ll be immersed in fields of medicinal plants, clean air, happy pollinators, and like minded community. For brand new and experienced herbalists alike, this course is designed to use and develop your senses and intuition to understand plants and spirit in a whole new way.
Having been in the design phase for over 7 years and with over a decade of research and development, this course brings together holistic modalities taught through various learning styles. Herbalism, Ayurveda, Astrology, Mindfulness, and Earth Awareness taught through hands on experimental learning, lectures, social engagement, and solitary reflection. Starting in the spring and continuing through the growing and harvest season, participants will learn and explore with the changing of the season and the blossoming of the gardens.
8 Saturdays & Every Wednesday Evening
Class will meet online every Wednesday evening from 6:30-8:30pm, and on site 8 Saturdays (and one Sunday) throughout the season.
2023 dates:
May 13
June 3
June 24
July 15
August 5
August 26
September 16
October 7-8 (full weekend)
River Falls, Wisconsin
The farm is an easy 45 minute commute from the Twin Cities. There are many local accommodations in Hudson, River Falls, or Prescott for anyone traveling from a distance. Each Wednesday evening we will dive into the subject matters and then each Saturday session will be hands on and experiential learning on the farm- a chance to practice and utilize the class content. We will end our time together with a group campout for our last weekend together.
Times
Saturdays 9am-5pm (In Person) May 13-October 8
Herb Gardening
Harvesting & Herbal Crafting
Plant Sits
Guest Workshops
Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm May 17-October 4th (Virtually)
Content Review
Lecture
Final Weekend
9am-5pm Saturday, October 7th
9am-5pm Sunday, October 8th
Option to camp Saturday night
Previous Guest Teachers
Stay tuned for 2023 Guest Teachers
Heather Sage
One of the bravest people I know, Heather is not afraid to step into the unknown and give life her 100%. An alchemist, astrologer, herbalist, and tuned in soul, we cannot wait to have her in town to share her knowledge, heART and magic.
Gina Kuhn
A tender cancer mama, young women’s mentor, bee keeper, and dreamer, Gina is a gift to us all! She has one of the largest and most joyous hearts and it oozes out of her herbal products and all that she does. Her Dreaming & Bees workshop is not to be missed!
Kali Higgins
Kali (pronounced Kay-lee) is a yoga studio owner and teacher, astrologer, and flower essence practitioner. A web-weaver, she facilitates teachers and healers both in her studio and in her retreats. She has a super-human ability to tune in, feel, and listen.
Jessie Belden
Jessie is one of the Twin Cities most loved herbalist- She runs the herb shop “The Medicine Tree, leads herbal apprenticeships, and is the creatrix behind Herban Vagabond. We are so humbled Jessie will be joining us to share her free spirit and depth of knowledge.
Romina Takimoto
Romina is founder of ROMI Apothecary- an herbal skin care line filled with heart, mastery, and magic. We are thrilled to welcome her into the program to share her herbal skin care secrets and tips.
Kate Andrew
One of the humblest human beings I know, Kate is a talented midwife, herbalist and healer. You are in for a real treat as Kate joins us on the farm for an afternoon of expansive and transformative breathwork.
Charmagne Derichs
A crisis mental health therapist, yin yoga teacher, herb nerd, travel lover and empath, Charmagne understand plants and humans in a raw, deep way. She will be leading us through a Grief and Cha Dao (“The Way of Tea”) ceremony.
Ashley Mcdonell
A dear friend, teacher, and soul sister, Ashley brings with her a magic so deep, it’s unfathomable. With a voice of an angel, a ferocity of a lion, and a heart of gold, Ashley will be joining us for songs, prayers, and ceremony.
Joanna Hill
Taught in the Lakota and Anishinaabe traditions, Joanna’s connection with plants, stone, and earth goes way beyond book knowledge. She will be leading our opening ceremony and connecting us to the land, each other and Spirit.
What to Expect
This is not a clinical herbalism program. If you are interested in opening a practice and seeing clients, send us an email and we will connect you with a handful of programs. Instead, this course is about developing the holistic practitioner- helping to shape the way in which you perceive and experience plants, nature, and humans alike. Think of it as a self development course through plants.
You will not be memorizing a list of herbs and their medicinal uses. Instead, we will practice using the senses and intuition in order to perceive the energetic properties of plants and phenomena. Our goal is that by the end of the course, you will be well on your way to being able to understand (without having to use external resources) the energetic pattern of any plant or person. By greater understanding the energetics, patterns, and elements around us, we can understand balance and imbalance, harmony and disease on a deep level.
This course will require your active engagement and participation. You will asked to do personal reflection, continue learning outside of each module, connect with classmates both one-on-one and in a group, and share in front of the class. Though there is a ton of material to go through, you will be processing that material in real life with your fellow classmates.
***If you would like to view a copy of the course syllabus, please send us an email and we’ll send over the PDF***
Investment
Our Cost
- The cost of the course including materials, time, and guest speakers
- Includes written handouts, plant materials, and medicine making supplies- You’ll leave with an abundant apothecary of organically farmed herbs
Subsidized Option
- For those who would be unable to attend the course at the asking price
- Applications required- preference for those who plan to use the information and course experience to give back to the community
- Made possible by the generosity of others
Course + Donation
- The cost of the course for you + donation for another student who cannot afford to attend without financial supplementation.
Coronavirus: We are dedicated to creating a safe container for learning and exploration. We are keeping our enrollment sizes small not only in response to the coronavirus, but also because we want to create a safe and emotionally intimate space to connect and grow together as a community. Most classes will be held entirely outside (dress for the weather) and we will be following safety regulations when indoors or in close proximity.
