HERB/MUSHROOM WALK & CLASS SCHEDULE
Medicinal Herbs, Wild Edible Plants, Edible & Medicinal Mushrooms Contact wathakes@gmail.com or (845) 418-6257 for information. To join the e-mailing list, send a note to wathakes@gmail.com.
Monday, January 6th
Boosting Immunity and Treating Lung Conditions With Herbs
6:00
Learn about herbal approaches to boosting immunity with tonic herbs and treating lung ailments with tonics, expectorants, and other herbs.
Worker Bee Community Acupuncture in Milford, PA
Sunday, January 12th
Introduction to Shiatsu
1:00
Learn about the history and theory of shiatsu, including demonstration.
Class will introduce the meridians, pressure points, and techniques, along with basic theory. We will also discuss opportunities for further study.
Worker Bee Community Acupuncture in Milford, PA
Friday, January 17th
Kidney Health in Chinese Medicine
6:00
Learn about herbal approaches to kidney health, including the treatment of urinary infections, stones, blood pressure, and other conditions related to the anatomical kidneys, as well as additional associations based on Chinese medicine including lower back problems, ailments of the reproductive system, sleep disturbances, and a strong aversion to cold. In Chinese medicine the kidneys are associated with longevity and are always, therefore, of some concern regarding health. Additionally, this is a seasonal topic as Chinese medicine focuses on kidney health in the winter.
Worker Bee Community Acupuncture in Milford, PA
Cost & Registration:
In celebration of the New Year, January classes will be by donation (suggested $20).
Please register. There is no class limit, but classes may be cancelled due to low attendance or adverse weather.
845 418 6257 wathakes@gmail.com
Pathways to Herbal Healing: An Introduction to Medicinal Herb "Teas"
TBA
Pathways to Inner Healing in Moscow, PA pathwaystoinnerhealing.com
570 842 2401 info@pathwaystoinnerhealing.com contact
Learn about some important healing herbs and how to prepare them. This class will introduce a handful of common herbs that the common person may not know about. The class will present an overview of medicinal herb preparations and will demonstrate some basic methods while preparing some samples. We will discuss herbs for wellbeing and prevention of illness as well as herbs for the treatment of disease. There will be plenty of time for questions.
TBA
Pathways to Inner Healing in Moscow, PA pathwaystoinnerhealing.com
570 842 2401 info@pathwaystoinnerhealing.com contact
Learn about some important healing herbs and how to prepare them. This class will introduce a handful of common herbs that the common person may not know about. The class will present an overview of medicinal herb preparations and will demonstrate some basic methods while preparing some samples. We will discuss herbs for wellbeing and prevention of illness as well as herbs for the treatment of disease. There will be plenty of time for questions.
Introduction to Herbal Medicine
Callicoon, NY: Sundays - March 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th 2:00 - 4:00 pm River Family Wellness
Moscow, PA: Wednesdays - April 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd 6:00 - 8:00 pm Pathways to Inner Healing
Paid in full, the course is $80. For each class individually, the cost is $25 each.
Class Descriptions:
Class One: Yin/Yang Theory
This class will introduce yin/yang theory and explain some of its many facets in Chinese medicine. We will explain the famous yin/yang symbol as well as several of the fundamental theories used in general and specifically in Chinese medicine. Yin and yang properties of foods and herbs will be discussed.
Class Two: Five Element Theory
This class will expand on yin/yang theory to explain five element theory, which is central to understanding the organs and body systems in the context of Chinese medicine. Many of the five element correspondences will be discussed, especially those relating to health, diagnosis, herbs, and foods.
Class Three: Diagnosis
This class will explain how yin/yang balance and the interplay of the five elements are assessed in the body. The four pillars of Chinese medicine diagnosis will be introduced. They are inquiry, listening, touch assessment, and visual diagnosis. Within this four categories are pulse diagnosis, tongue diagnosis, facial diagnosis, abdominal diagnosis, and more. All of which will be introduced.
Class Four: Materia Medica
This class will explain the materia medica of Chinese herbal medicine. The categories of herbs have been formed through the ages. The theories and diagnosis methods discussed in the previous classes guide the herbalist to certain categories of the materia medica as well as to particular herbs within the categories. Each group will be introduced and a number of herbs will be discussed.
Callicoon, NY: Sundays - March 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th 2:00 - 4:00 pm River Family Wellness
Moscow, PA: Wednesdays - April 1st, 8th, 15th, and 22nd 6:00 - 8:00 pm Pathways to Inner Healing
Paid in full, the course is $80. For each class individually, the cost is $25 each.
Class Descriptions:
Class One: Yin/Yang Theory
This class will introduce yin/yang theory and explain some of its many facets in Chinese medicine. We will explain the famous yin/yang symbol as well as several of the fundamental theories used in general and specifically in Chinese medicine. Yin and yang properties of foods and herbs will be discussed.
Class Two: Five Element Theory
This class will expand on yin/yang theory to explain five element theory, which is central to understanding the organs and body systems in the context of Chinese medicine. Many of the five element correspondences will be discussed, especially those relating to health, diagnosis, herbs, and foods.
Class Three: Diagnosis
This class will explain how yin/yang balance and the interplay of the five elements are assessed in the body. The four pillars of Chinese medicine diagnosis will be introduced. They are inquiry, listening, touch assessment, and visual diagnosis. Within this four categories are pulse diagnosis, tongue diagnosis, facial diagnosis, abdominal diagnosis, and more. All of which will be introduced.
Class Four: Materia Medica
This class will explain the materia medica of Chinese herbal medicine. The categories of herbs have been formed through the ages. The theories and diagnosis methods discussed in the previous classes guide the herbalist to certain categories of the materia medica as well as to particular herbs within the categories. Each group will be introduced and a number of herbs will be discussed.
Catskill Herbal Apprenticeship
Educational Retreat details here
May 29-31
June 26-28
July 17-19
August 28-30
September 18-20
October 9-11
(Friday evenings through Sunday afternoons.)
Glen Spey, NY
(845) 418-6257
Educational Retreat details here
May 29-31
June 26-28
July 17-19
August 28-30
September 18-20
October 9-11
(Friday evenings through Sunday afternoons.)
Glen Spey, NY
(845) 418-6257
MUSHROOM WALK
October 14 Lackawanna State Park
details TBA
October 14 Lackawanna State Park
details TBA
Herbs for Pain Spring Version
TBA
Learn about herbs (and some additional "alternative" therapies) for treatment of pain and conditions that cause pain. Pain is a common concern and part of everyday life for many people. Especially considering our present day opioid epidemic, herbs that treat pain is an increasingly important subject. This class will discuss various herbs, herbal blends, topical treatments, and details about dosage and preparations.
Since I have already offer this class at Worker Bee and since spring is in the air, this Herbs for Pain class will focus on the liver. In Chinese medicine the liver is very involved with the process of pain, beyond direct connection in modern physiology (such as with gall bladder issues). Since the liver regulates the flow of qi in the body (chi / ki / vital energy) and since the principle in Chinese medicine is that pain results from the stagnation of qi, the liver is involved in almost all types of pain. Special attention to liver health is called for especially with gall bladder issues, headaches, connective tissue disorders, and more.
$20.00
Worker Bee Community Acupuncture in Milford, PA
Register: wathakes@gmail.com 845-418-6257
TBA
Learn about herbs (and some additional "alternative" therapies) for treatment of pain and conditions that cause pain. Pain is a common concern and part of everyday life for many people. Especially considering our present day opioid epidemic, herbs that treat pain is an increasingly important subject. This class will discuss various herbs, herbal blends, topical treatments, and details about dosage and preparations.
Since I have already offer this class at Worker Bee and since spring is in the air, this Herbs for Pain class will focus on the liver. In Chinese medicine the liver is very involved with the process of pain, beyond direct connection in modern physiology (such as with gall bladder issues). Since the liver regulates the flow of qi in the body (chi / ki / vital energy) and since the principle in Chinese medicine is that pain results from the stagnation of qi, the liver is involved in almost all types of pain. Special attention to liver health is called for especially with gall bladder issues, headaches, connective tissue disorders, and more.
$20.00
Worker Bee Community Acupuncture in Milford, PA
Register: wathakes@gmail.com 845-418-6257
Chinese Herbal Medicine: Herbs & Formulae
TBA
Worker Bee Community Acupuncture
This class will introduce the Chinese herbal medicine materia medica ("materials of medicine"), the herbs and their classification according to Traditional Chinese Medicine, and some major Chinese herbal formulae. Often, it is ideal to customize a formula according to each individual and their individual case at the time. Likewise, standard formulae are often adjusted in consideration of an individual's constitution or symptoms. However, Chinese herbal medicine is largely built upon a strong tradition of classic formulae... sometimes discovered in ancient times, and proven through generations. This class will look at some important herbal ingredients, the major classification groups of the Chinese herbal medicine materia medica, and a handful of classic formulae.
Suggested $20 donation.
TBA
Worker Bee Community Acupuncture
This class will introduce the Chinese herbal medicine materia medica ("materials of medicine"), the herbs and their classification according to Traditional Chinese Medicine, and some major Chinese herbal formulae. Often, it is ideal to customize a formula according to each individual and their individual case at the time. Likewise, standard formulae are often adjusted in consideration of an individual's constitution or symptoms. However, Chinese herbal medicine is largely built upon a strong tradition of classic formulae... sometimes discovered in ancient times, and proven through generations. This class will look at some important herbal ingredients, the major classification groups of the Chinese herbal medicine materia medica, and a handful of classic formulae.
Suggested $20 donation.
CURRENT MOON
Entrance of White Pine Healing & Educational Center
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Getting there: Since there is no address, one can identify the general location as near the intersection of Taras Shevchenko Road with White Road. The drive (pictured) is within view of this intersection, on White Road. From Route 97, take High Road (which is located across from the Pond Eddy bridge), then the first right onto White Road.
The driveway is just about 2 miles from Route 97, on the right after passing Taras Shevchenko Road. Alternatively, a few miles south on 97 is Route 31 (near the Mongaup River and Delaware River convergence, across from the Park Service access area), or Upper Mongaup Road. White Road is on the left a few miles from 97. From Route 41 (High Road, which turns into 42/Forestburg Road in Glen Spey) in Glen Spey, make a left onto Taras Shevchenko Road and then at the end make a left onto White Road. |
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