We are in the midst of serious smoke problems. Fortunately, we have very few to no fires in our direct vicinity, however, we are surrounded by fires in all directions and this has caused our air quality to hit “hazardous” level. We are definitely beginning to feel the effects of it: sore throats, stuffed heads, […]
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Herbal Jello
If you attended my last herbal class you got a chance to taste some herbal jello. Honestly I am not one of those people that is a purist in anything. I believe moderation in all things, even in diet. Which is why, though I don’t normally serve boxed jello to my kids, I don’t mind […]
Intro to Family Herbal Medicine Course
Introduction to Herbal Medicine 2 Sessions: August 19 & September 16 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Bring a picnic lunch (snack, water & herbal iced tea will be provided). Each session is purchased individually at $80 plus a $20 supply fee. Session 1, August 19, 2017: Brief Historical Overview of Herbal Medicine Why Use Herbs? […]
Starting Your Medicinal Herb Garden Part 2
I’m continuing my three-part series on starting your herbal garden. I need to mention here that my assumption, again, is that you’ve done your research and have prepared your soil for planting. So many problems with plants can be avoided by feeding your soil and ensuring drainage is adequate and biological soil life is thriving! […]
Nourishing Herbal Infusion
I’ve been enjoying drinking my daily Nourishing Herbal Infusion (NHI). I usually make it using Stinging Nettle (and add a little marshmallow root to decrease the drying effect it has on me). However there are many herbs that make great NHI for instance: Oatstraw – which is great for bones, teeth, nails and the nerves […]
Control Pests Naturally – Grow Herbs
Here comes Spring! The commencement of the gardening season heralds in the influx of insects: beneficial and, unfortunately, of the “pest” nature. What are some ways we can increase the number of beneficial insects while reducing damage from unwanted pests? That’s a question gardeners have been exploring since the advent of vegetable cultivation. While there […]
Beginning Your Medicinal Herb Garden
Even though our gardens and pasture are still covered in about 3 feet of snow, I’m thinking about and planning for my spring garden. In just a few months the ground will be ready to support plant life. Now, if you live in a milder climate than North Idaho then your ground will be ready […]
Starter Book on Herbs
Medical care, even on a small scale, is something no household can avoid. Knowing how to care for your family with herbs you have on hand is a skill that will lead to great self-reliance. I do believe that western medical care has a vital place, life-saving care is their specialty and they are great […]
Putting Your Gardens to Bed
This is a beautiful time of year – leaves falling to the ground in colors of orange, red, and yellow. Birds and other little critters running around doing their last minute preparations for winter, and life begins to slow down just a little. One of the main activities we’ve been engaged in on the homestead […]
The What and How of Hydrosols
Products I use and recommend: Copper Distiller and Hydrosol Book Hydrosols used to be quite a popular item, even more than essential oils, if you can believe it! You’ve probably heard of rose water, lilac water, lavender water; these are all hydrosols (if done through […]
