Herbal Medicine 101: Medicinal Properties of the Rose Family

Stop and smell the roses, and the raspberries, blackberries, peaches, cherries and apples! Yes, these are all in the sweet, and nourishing rose family. In this class we will explore the roses at AOOA, take a walk around the farm, taste some delicious fruit, and learn how to prepare red raspberry leaves, peach leaves, cherry bark, roots and so much more into gentle, effective medicine you can use all year long to support your entire well being.

Ages 18+. Space is limited, please register in advance! Light refreshments will be served. 

About the instructor: Alexandra Radoaca is an herbalist, wilderness guide and sound practitioner. She focuses on building health through nourishment and working with local, accessible, abundant plants. She believes that herbalism is accessible to everyone. All we need is to follow our curiosity and get our hands in the dirt, the plants teach us the rest! She is the founder of Mindful Wilderness, an organization focused on herbal education and Vulgaris Herbs, an herbal shop in Sugar Loaf, NY. She is a New York State-certified camping and hiking guide and a Wilderness First Responder.