Water Preparations Hands-On Workshop

Date: January 18, 2025
Location: The Laya Center, Kansas City, MO

Overview:
Dive into the essential role of water in herbal medicine in this immersive, hands-on workshop. Join us as we explore how water is used as a transformative medium in herbal practices, from teas and infusions to therapeutic baths and body care. Guided by experienced herbalists, you’ll gain insights into the many forms of water-based herbal preparations and how to make them a regular part of your wellness routine.

What You’ll Learn:

• Infusions & Teas: Discover techniques for creating potent herbal teas, infusions, and decoctions to maximize the benefits of your herbs.

• Herbal Baths: Learn to craft relaxing and therapeutic baths using herbs that support skin health, ease tension, and boost overall well-being.

• Compresses & Poultices: Understand how to use water to create soothing compresses and poultices for inflammation, pain relief, and skin support.

• Hydrosols & Steam Distillation: Gain insight into the art of hydrosol creation, exploring how steam captures the essence of plants for skin care and aromatherapy.

Who Should Attend:
This workshop is ideal for beginners and seasoned herbal enthusiasts alike, as well as those seeking a deeper connection with natural remedies. Whether you're looking to enhance your self-care routine or expand your herbal medicine practice, this class will provide foundational skills in water-based herbal preparations.

Class Details:

• Date & Time: January 18, 2025, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

• Location: The Laya Center, 1814 Oak St, Kansas City, MO

• Cost: $90 (Includes all materials)

What to Bring:

• A notebook and pen for notes

• Comfortable clothing for hands-on activities

• Any favorite herbs you’d like to incorporate or explore (optional)

Reserve Your Spot:
Space is limited to ensure an intimate and interactive experience. Reserve your spot today to begin your journey into water-based herbal medicine! Choose the date for this class from Discover the Art of Herbalism: A Series of Hand-On workshops list.

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Come flow like water with Dr. Auburn during First Friday in the Crossroads-Kansas City.

Class will be beginner, friendly, all levels welcome! A herbal tea from Herban Tea Bar is included in your ticket purchase.

Choose from two 30-minute classes. One at 6:30 & another at 7:30 . . . Or dive into both!

Come flow like water with Dr. Auburn during First Friday in the Crossroads-Kansas City.

Class will be beginner, friendly, all levels welcome! A herbal tea from Herban Tea Bar is included in your ticket purchase.

Herbal Tea Making $85

Blending Brews, the Art of Tea – This class builds on the understandings gained in January, Water Preparation workshop. We will taste herbs individually and then practice blending into lovely, tasty, and healthful blends using our senses and a handy blending model. Bring your teacup along and an adventurous spirit. Take home products include teas that have been made by class.