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Wise Woman Earthways Herbal Apprenticeship Programs"I loved every step of the (apprenticeship) process. It was so amazing to understand, hands on, how the earth takes care of us if we take care of and pay attention to her. I also think of how I grew during those few months. I definitely learned how to communicate more honestly and how important it is to recognize and voice my own needs and wants." Fall 2004 apprentice
"Another world is not only possible, she is on her way. On a quiet day, if you listen carefully, you can hear her breathing." -- Arundhati Roy
4th Annual 3 week residential Herbal/Earth Woman Apprenticeship Program in Coon Valley, WI!Dates set for 2010 Click here for more information ___________________________________________________________________________________________
Weekly Wise Woman Earthways Herbal Apprenticeship These immersion programs are an opportunity for women to connect deeply with themselves and to develop a connection with herbal green allies. Please be willing to make a minimum 8 week commitment to the weekly program. This intensive program meets one day per week. Participants can join one session or longer with the 13th week being complimentary. Enrollment is ongoing. (Cost sliding scale for each 8 week session is $350-400). Spend time connecting with the wise woman within, while hiking, gardening, wild crafting, creating herbal medicines, discovering herbal nourishment and more! Creating sacred space through the practice of talking stick ceremony, nature awareness, guided visualization, practices in compassionate communication and more, we are guided through gateways to the green world. Participants in this program leave with a strong foundation in herbal wisdom and nourishment. The first eight weeks are focused on incorporating herbs into daily life to promote health. Subsequent sessions build on this knowledge and participants develop a first aid kit and learn to apply herbs for common injuries and ailments. This program is seasonal, so in addition we will harvest plants of the season; generally speaking leaves and buds in the spring, flowers in the summer, seeds and roots in the fall and from the pantry in the winter. Participants who wish to receive additional guidance can work with Linda for 1-2 years. *an apprenticeship is a commitment and a journey. Wise Woman Apprentices are asked to engage in the process on many levels, including practical, spiritual, emotional and more. Please be prepared to work on all of these levels. If you are not prepared for this, then take an herbal class, see our calendar of events. Sometimes taking a few classes will help prepare you for the apprenticeship in the future. If you already feel prepared I would love to work with you and you can send your expression of intention.
The next session begins in March 2010 with maple sugar season! As the sap begins to run we harvest the sweetness that comes with this amazing process, transforming it into food and medicine. While hiking we begin to see new growth all around us and our hearts are opened to the green world. In order for this program to provide the deep learning that is required participants are asked to attend all sessions. No make up sessions will be provided. Serious students will be encouraged to continue beyond 8 weeks and after a full year of study participants may be offered the opportunity to complete an internship, working closely with Linda to offer classes, make herbal wares, sit in on consultations and vend at area events. What you will discover in this program:
These programs include guidance on your personal journey, use of library, materials and whole and wild food meals and discounts on other programs. This program is for women only and provides a unique space to explore the invisible feminine that our culture often asks us to forget. Male students are invited to work with Linda through independent study and are invited to remember their own unique relationship to the feminine through a connection with the green world. Feel free to inquire. Join us for these rememberings!!
Spring 2010 weekly apprenticeship dates: Cost of this session sliding scale $350-400 sliding scale. Includes instruction, whole and wild food lunch and some materials. March 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th April 12th, 19th, 26th and May 3rd (during this session there will be an optional field trip to our land in Coon Valley. This trip will be offered on April 5th and 6th. We will spend time hiking and harvesting very early spring plants) This will be an overnight camping trip. _______________________________________________________________________________________ Late Spring/Summer 2010 apprenticeship dates: *these sessions will have a residential component and a camping trip for deepening connections to the green world as well as exploring a variety of habitats. This session will be held on 20 acres of land in Coon Valley, WI. There are two options for this session. Cost for the sessions below includes instruction, meals, camping space and some materials. Participants will need to bring their own camping gear. Option 1: cost: $350-400 (4 sessions in Sheboygan combined with a 4 day trip to Coon Valley.) May 10th and 17th and June 21st and 28th (this day will be working with a children's herb program), 2010 in Sheboygan, WI Residential component in Coon Valley, WI: July 19th, 20th, 21st and 22nd *This session will also include an optional camping trip to the Midwest Renewal Energy Fair, where we will be selling our wares and offering a presentation. The dates for this event are June 18th 19th and 20th, 2010. Option 2: Add the Rock Island trip onto to option 1 ($650-700 sliding scale) Camping trip to Rock Island, WI August 4th,5th,6th,7th and 8th (click here to learn more about participating in the rock island trip only). *For a comprehensive learning experience, participate in both the spring and summer sessions at a $50 savings: $950.00. this would include spring session in Sheboygan, Summer sessions in Sheboygan, Coon Valley and Rock Island Trip.______________________________________________________________________________________ Fall 2010 Apprenticeship Session Cost of this session sliding scale $350-400 sliding scale. Includes instruction, whole and wild food lunch and some materials. Dates for this session are as follows: October 11, 18, 25 and November 1, 8, 15, (note we will skip the 22nd due to the holiday week), 29 and December 6 Apprentices are also welcome to participate in other programs that are being offered during their session as a helper. Look at our calendar, choose the programs you would like to participate in and submit a list to Linda @ rosemarygoddess@moonwiseherbs.com
To Register For the apprenticeship program send an expression of intention for your participation with a $50-100 deposit to made out to Linda Conroy PO Box 166, Sheboygan, WI 53081. Your deposit is only refundable if for some reason we determine together, before the program begins that the program is not a good match for you. Once I receive a deposit you will receive a confirmation and you will be scheduled to meet with Linda either in person or by phone for an orientation conversation. Be sure to include the session you are registering for as well as your complete contact information. If you would like to pay for your deposit with a credit card or paypal you can do so below. Please send your expression of intention through snail mail, even if you send a copy via email. $50 deposit for apprenticeship program (*a one time non refundable $3 fee will be added for costs associated with processing this payment) For more information contact Linda: rosemarygoddess@moonwiseherbs.com To read one apprentices experience click here
"I realize now that I am the driver of my healthcare; through herbs, nourishing foods, mild tinctures, and only from a place of centeredness and clarity, do I employ western medicine's tools. I am grateful that you offered me the resources to make this enlivening shift." "I am so grateful for your influence in my life...I have felt motivated (especially during the apprenticeship and the herbal trip) to look for nourishment, and I continue to feel motivated and inspired when I read your updates or talk with/write you. Thank you for all the work you have done to be at this place of sharing/being willing to share your wisdom and experiences." "Thank you so much for sharing all your wisdom and knowledge during my apprenticeship experience. You have not only given me a closer relationship with the plants in my surroundings, but have given me the ability to gain a closer relationship with myself. And I am grateful to have you as my teacher and my friend." "I think of you often as I give my kids their vitamins (homemade nettle tincture) and anti-viral (when my son has a cold sore) St. John's Wort. I have been making so much cheese lately and selling it and the raw milk from our milking goats. Thank you for teaching me all of these wonderful skills that are now just a normal part of life!" Watching
gardeners label their plants ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ "The enormity of suffering on our planet requires more effective ways of distributing much needed skills than can be offered in a clinical setting." Marshall Rosenberg
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