Artisanal Herbal Tinctures at Home

Come and discover the art and science of making high quality herbal tinctures. We will cover the fundamentals of creating alcohol and vinegar* extracts using both precision and folk methods, selecting and preparing fresh and dry plant materials, determining ratios, essential chemistry and solubility concepts, tools of the trade, and terminology. Get hands-on experience making an extract and take home what you make! We will also cover how to apply different types of herbal medicine, including basic information on dosing and safety. Finally, we'll explore the importance of sensory connection to plant medicine and spend time practicing taste testing and discussing our experiences. Detailed notes and resources will be provided. 

*Vinegar will be available for the hands on portion for anyone who would prefer not to use alcohol.

About the Instructor

Calyx Liddick is a certified clinical herbalist and nutritionist, field botanist, wildcrafter, activist, writer, and mother of two. She was born and raised in the mountains of central Pennsylvania. She sees the human body as an ecological microcosm, and that by reconnecting to the land we can heal the land as well as ourselves. In her practice, she integrates the long, rich history of traditional herbalism with modern scientifically sound research. Calyx is a graduate of the Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism and is the founding director of the Northern Appalachia School. Find out more at northernappalachiaschool.com.

Health and Safety

This class will take place outdoors. Please check the weather in advance and dress accordingly. Be prepared for walking on uneven terrain and potentially muddy conditions. 

All programs are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances including inclement weather. Participants will receive an email in the days preceding the program for any changes or cancellations. You can review our current Cancellation and Refund Policy here. 

Parking takes place in the field above the farmhouse.