Herb & Forage

Herb & Forage Offering herbal classes, plant identification, cooking/baking, and holistic health consultations.

Mmmmmilkweeeeeeed! The buds are ready and they’re one of my favorite edibles. Steam or blanch them, always cook or ferme...
05/28/2026

Mmmmmilkweeeeeeed!
The buds are ready and they’re one of my favorite edibles. Steam or blanch them, always cook or ferment milkweed, it is toxic raw.
I can’t wait to make milkweed cordial for Soul Retreat once these open up into beautiful fragrant flowers!

This is going to be a magical weekend! I’ll be leading plant walks for adults and kids, as well as bringing some wild be...
05/26/2026

This is going to be a magical weekend!
I’ll be leading plant walks for adults and kids, as well as bringing some wild beverages! This is a beautiful place to relax, nourish yourself and connect with nature and community. Few spots remain, get your tickets today!

Great opportunities to learn more about the plants in our area and how to work with them as food and medicine.
05/21/2026

Great opportunities to learn more about the plants in our area and how to work with them as food and medicine.

I got to meet a new trillium on the public plant walk in Greenfield Sunday!Trillium luteum is gorgeous! It’s much taller...
05/20/2026

I got to meet a new trillium on the public plant walk in Greenfield Sunday!

Trillium luteum is gorgeous! It’s much taller than T. erecta and has a faintly lemon scent. Only edible part is the young unfolding leaves, the roots and berries are toxic. These were all open and glorious. Harvesting trilliums, all varieties, is discouraged because they are very fragile and have been over harvested. Their reproductive cycle is 7-9 years. Admire these ephemeral beauties and leave them for all to enjoy.

I got to meet a new trillium on the public plant walk in Greenfield yesterday!Trillium luteum is gorgeous! It’s taller t...
05/19/2026

I got to meet a new trillium on the public plant walk in Greenfield yesterday!

Trillium luteum is gorgeous! It’s taller than T. erecta and has a faintly lemon scent. Only edible part is the young unfolding leaves, the roots and berries are toxic. These were all open and glorious. Harvesting trilliums, all varieties, is discouraged because they are very fragile, unlike many plants they do not regrow well after plucking and have been over harvested. Their reproductive cycle is 7-9 years. Admire these ephemeral beauties and leave them for all to enjoy.

05/11/2026

I am absolutely thrilled to be co-creating this amazing retreat with two other incredible, wild women! We are inviting a small group of women to connect with the magical land of Whiterock Conservancy, my home for many years. This will be an opportunity to nourish and nurture yourself with vibrant food and workshops to inspire you to become familiar with the plants around you. Space is limited so register early!
Rooted Woman Herbal Retreat

I’ve been working with Ground Ivy, Glechoma hederacea, for over a decade. It’s one of my most supportive herbs because I...
05/11/2026

I’ve been working with Ground Ivy, Glechoma hederacea, for over a decade. It’s one of my most supportive herbs because I have chronic ear issues. Ground ivy is known for its action on the ENT(ears, nose, throat) and lymphatic system. It helps the body move excess fluids(mucus). I have worked with ground ivy for ear infections, tinnitus, sinus infections and sinus headaches.
Because this is one of my greatest supports, I make a half gallon jar of tincture each year so that I always have it on hand. You can also make tea from freshly dried aerial parts or add it to salads. It is likely you have ground ivy near you, introduce yourself, make a new friend!

Trying to enjoy the spring plants before summer arrives! So many tasty treats on the trails right now! Each plant walk o...
05/11/2026

Trying to enjoy the spring plants before summer arrives! So many tasty treats on the trails right now! Each plant walk offers a different variety of plants to talk about and work with. As always, these walks are free-will donation based and Everyone is welcome.
You can find all of my public walks at
www.herbanforage.com

Link to Soul Retreat in comments.

Grabbed some of my favorite flowers for a simple syrup so I can make “cream sodas”. Black locust flowers smell like heav...
05/09/2026

Grabbed some of my favorite flowers for a simple syrup so I can make “cream sodas”. Black locust flowers smell like heaven and taste like vanilla.

Sale! $33!12/13/25 DIY Lip Balm WorkshopRegister through www.herbanforage.com to get this great price! We will have fun ...
12/05/2025

Sale!
$33!
12/13/25 DIY Lip Balm Workshop
Register through www.herbanforage.com to get this great price!
We will have fun creating a few different lip balms and everyone will get some to take home and share!

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