The Herbal Bear 2009 Botanical Medicine Program We are currently accepting applications for the 2009 Botanical Medicine Program.
The 2009 Botanical Medicine Program offers a 6-weekend program, June through October, for those who desire an in-depth herbal program. The program is held one weekend a month (twice in October). This course is very special. It offers students the opportunity to learn about herbs by placing the classroom right in the garden! The program is at the Herbal Bear, Grand Gorge, NY location - a beautiful private 30 acre property in the Northern Catskills - just 2 hours and 45 minutes from NYC.
Each weekend we learn about the plants that grow around us, studying their healing properties upon different body systems, gathering and harvesting the local medicinal plants which grow on the property, and developing a systematic approach to herbal formulations. By the end of the program you will be able to identify and know how to use well over 100 different herbs. Our classes are informal and relaxed - however we take pride in the fact that our instructors are among the top in their fields and include experienced herbalists, research scientists, and authors who have published in their field of botanical expertise.
Our small class size allows accessibility to our instructors both during lessons and after class.
Our small class size allows accessibility to our instructors both during lessons and after class.
Our instructor's enthusiasm for their topics shows in their willingness to share both their time and knowledge with students - in class and one-on-one.
No one enjoys a boring classroom lecture - this is why we have designed this program to be an interactive and hands-on experience. Learning about herbal remedies takes on a whole new dimension when you have a chance to see, smell, touch and use the plants that grow right in the Northern Catskills.
No one enjoys a boring classroom lecture - this is why we have designed this program to be an interactive and hands-on experience. Learning about herbal remedies takes on a whole new dimension when you have a chance to see, smell, touch and use the plants that grow right in the Northern Catskills.
The 2009 Botanical Medicine will be the 17th year our program has been running. Each year I have the pleasure to meet wonderful people who come to learn about plants and botanical medicine. The program is a unique experience, bringing together professional instruction in an informal setting which provides a relaxing environment in which to learn.
The Botanical Medicine program offers course material that is often offered in college level classes. An applicant should have a minimum of a high school diploma and be comfortable with scientific topics.
Ursula Basch
The Herbal Bear School of Botanical Medicine
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Over the course of the program, you will learn:
- Spring Herb Identification
- Spring Herb Identification Herbal Terms and Resources
- Wild Food Gathering
- Herbs for the Digestive System
- Making Herbal Teas
- Plant Meditation
- Herbal Harvesting, Drying and Storage
- Herbal Vinegars
- Making Herbal Tinctures Medicinal Herbal Oils
- Herbs for the Nervous System
- Making a Herbal First Aid Kit
- Herbs for Women’s Health
- Herbs for The Circulatory System
- Making Herbal Salves
- Understanding Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Herbal Energetics and Diagnostic Techniques
- Developing Herbal Formulations
- Making Herbal Cosmetics, Body Creams and Herbal Bath Salts
- Herbal Case Studies
- Herbs for the Immune System
- Sacred Herbs and Ceremonial
- Uses Medicinal and Edible Mushrooms Field Identification of Mushrooms
- Mushroom Propagation
- Harvesting Autumn Roots and Barks
- Herbs for Colds and Flu
- Making Herbal Brandies and Elixirs and Syrups
- Exploring Healing Modalities (i.e. Reiki, Reflexology)
- Planting a Herb Garden
As a participant you will learn the gentle cycles and rhythms of the plants as they develop and change through the seasons. Together with the plants, we will discover our own rhythms and connection to the Mother Earth. The Botanical Medicine Program meets at Herbal Bear Cabin in the Northern Catskills. Located on 30+ acres of woods and field, Herbal Bear Catskill location is a beautiful place to learn. The land is home to deer, bear, turkeys and an incredible assortment of wild edible and medicinal plants. We have a pond suitable for swimming, planted herb gardens, a water lily gardens and many paths to explore through the woods.
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The 2009 Botanical Medicine Program meets for all of the following dates:
- Saturday, June 13th – Sunday June 14th, 2009
- Saturday July 11th – Sunday July 12th, 2009
- Saturday August 8th – Sunday August 9th, 2009
- Saturday September 12th – Sunday Sept 13th, 2009
- Saturday Oct 3th – Sunday October 4th, 2009
- Saturday October 24th – Sunday October 25th, 2009
We strongly encourage you to arrange your schedule to be able to attend all the scheduled weekends.
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Location
Grand Gorge, NY
Click HERE for Public Transportation from NYC
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Click HERE for Public Transportation from NYC
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Our Instructors
- Ursula Basch
- Susan Pell, Ph.D.
- Bob Beyfuss
- Kelly Martin
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Meals are Included
Delicious vegetarian meals are included in the Program.
We use organic produce and local products as much as possible.
We serve 5 meals per weekend - starting with breakfast on Saturday morning. Our meals are vegetarian and may include dairy and eggs. If you are strictly vegan or have religious limitation for your diet - you may have to bring some food to supplement what is served. We do not serve soy or rice milk. All meals are served buffet style. We ask that you assist in clean-up after each meal.
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We serve 5 meals per weekend - starting with breakfast on Saturday morning. Our meals are vegetarian and may include dairy and eggs. If you are strictly vegan or have religious limitation for your diet - you may have to bring some food to supplement what is served. We do not serve soy or rice milk. All meals are served buffet style. We ask that you assist in clean-up after each meal.
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Daily Schedule
Saturday:
8:00am - 9:00am - Breakfast
9:30am - 12:30pm - Class
12:30pm - 1:45pm - Lunch
1:45pm - 4:30pm - Class
4:30pm - 4:45pm - Break
4:45pm - 6:30pm - Class
6:30pm - 7:30pm - Dinner
Sunday:
8:00am - 8:45am - Breakfast
9:00am - 12:15pm - Class
12:15pm - 1:00pm - Lunch
1:15pm - 2:45pm - Class
Our Early Registration has been extended to April 30th
Program Cost: Early registration cost: $2650
Registration after April 30, 2009, cost: $2850.00 (required at once)
Our Early Registration has been extended to April 30th
Program Cost: Early registration cost: $2650
Registration after April 30, 2009, cost: $2850.00 (required at once)
Registration:
Refund Policies: We will make no refunds after April 30th, 2009. We will not make refunds or offer make-up sessions for any classes missed by the student.
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Lodging:
The program costs do not include lodging. Each student is responsible for their own lodging arrangements. Please click click here for infomation about local motels and inns in the area - as well as lodging offered at the Herbal Bear. We are offering lodging information to assist you in finding accommodations. If you need further assistance, please feel free tocontact us.
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Recommended Reading: There are a few books that I recommend that each student purchase.
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