Meadowsweet Herbs

Herbal Foundations: The SEED Program (The original Herbal Foundations program)

An In-depth Program in Herbal Medicine

The Inspiration
Make a deeper connection to the earth. Discover the healing properties of medicinal plants – a special and unique part of our world. Herbal Foundations is an in-depth, three-part herbal studies program. Come on a journey with us and experience an intimate connection with healing herbs native to the Northern Rocky Mountains. We will study medicinal plants easily grown in our northern climate as well as some special exotics. Learn how to grow herbs and how essential oils are made. Explore using herbs for different body systems. Learn the art and science of medicine making. Students will foster a life long relationship with herbs as we explore the healing power of plants and the study of herbal medicine.

The SEED Program (The original Herbal Foundations program)
Herbs for Body Systems: Respiratory System, Cardiovascular System, Nervous System, Reproductive System, Kidneys and Bladder, Liver and Digestive System, Skin, Muscular Skeletal System, Lymphatic System, Immune System

Medicine Making: Medicine making tools, Herb drying and processing, Capsule making, Tinctures, Cough syrups, Salves, Herbal oils, Teas, Decoctions, Poultices, Liniments, Hydrotherapy

Field Trips: Wildcrafting, Rocky Mountain Lavender

Other Classes: Wildcrafting Ethics, Introduction to Aromatherapy

Students will complete Herbal Foundations with a full natural medicine chest created with their own hands, as well as a certificate upon completion of the course.

The SEED program now offers continuing education for both nurses and chiropractors. Montana Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation, approved herbal Foundations continuing nursing education activity. The Montana Board of Chiropractors has also approved herbal Foundations.

Dates & Times: Class happens the 3^rd Saturday of every month from 9am-4pm, 2012. Dates are January 21, February 18, March 17, April 21, May 19, June 16, July 21, August 18 and September 15.

Cost: $595* if registered before November 1, 2011. $650* if registered November 2, 2011 or after. Includes nine months of classes with 51 hours of instruction. Contact us for payment options. *Includes some herbal supplies

To Register:

• Call us at 406-728-0543
• Email us at: classes@herbsmt.com

What Students Are Saying:

Thank you so much for the great information you provided – your presentation of the material was entertaining and professional and I appreciate your approachability. Your store, course and philosophies are a real gift to our community. –S.Richardson

Thank you so much for sharing your amazing knowledge and time with so many people.  You have been such an inspiration to me, and I don’t think I would have had the resources or info I needed to begin this journey without your help! –Kristin

Thank you so much for this amazing opportunity, Elaine! I have thoroughly enjoyed the class and look forward to more in the future! –K.W.

Thank you for the AMAZING class this summer! –P.P.