Herbal Allies: A Hands-On Herbal Learning Series

Schedule

Sun May 03 2026 at 09:30 am to 01:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Fox Haven Organic Farm & Learning Center | Jefferson, MD

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Slow down, explore, and build a meaningful relationship with herbs throughout the season.
About this Event

Herbs have a way of drawing us in when we take a moment to pause and pay attention. In Herbal Allies, we take the time to meet one plant at a time—observing where it grows, noticing its scents and flavors, and exploring how it moves through our lives. Each session is a chance to connect with plants and people through shared curiosity and hands-on practice.


Together we’ll:

  • Visit where the plant grows
  • Look, smell, taste, and talk about the herb together
  • Notice how the herb shows up in your body and daily life, if familiar
  • Explore the historical and present uses of the plant
  • Make an herbal preparation in class
  • Take home a finished product or enjoy a recipe together in community

Open to all levels of experience, Herbal Allies emphasizes learning through connection—supporting confidence, curiosity, and affinity-based relationships with plants.


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This program includes two options: Morning Sessions and Afternoon Sessions.
You can choose to join one or both. Morning & Afternoon sessions are sold separately.



Morning Sessions

Sunday, May 3rd | 9:30–11:00 AM – Violet & Salve-Making
Sunday, June 7th | 9:30–11:00 AM – Fig Leaf & Syrup-Making
Sunday, July 5th | 9:30–11:00 AM – Bee Balm & Herbal Soda-Making
Sunday, August 2nd | 9:30–11:00 AM – Tulsi & Tea Tasting + Pastille-Making
Sunday, September 6th | 9:30–11:00 AM – Fennel & Soup-Making
Sunday, October 4th | 9:30–11:00 AM – Burdock & Broth



Afternoon Sessions

Sunday, May 3rd | 11:30 AM11:30 AM-1 PM – Spruce Tip & Mocktail-Making
Sunday, June 7th | 11:30 AM11:30 AM-1 PM – Elderflower & Cordial-Making
Sunday, July 5th | 11:30 AM11:30 AM-1 PM – St. John’s Wort & Oil Infusions
Sunday, August 2nd | 11:30 AM11:30 AM-1 PM – Basil & Bitters
Sunday, September 6th | 11:30 AM11:30 AM-1 PM – Lemongrass & Hydrosols
Sunday, October 4th | 11:30 AM-1 PM – Elecampane Honey

*Herbs may change in instances of crop failure.

Single-class drop-ins will also be available for select sessions starting in March.

Payment plans available! Contact [email protected] if you are in need!


Bonus! We'll also offer a la carte pickup every month during Herb Allies, so you can take home fresh veggies, fruits, and herbs each month while you are at the farm.

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Where is it happening?

Fox Haven Organic Farm & Learning Center, 3630 Poffenberger Rd., Jefferson, United States

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Tickets

USD 33.85 to USD 289.95

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