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Herbal Studies Program - Rooted in Herbalism
Product Description
Herbal Studies Apprenticeship Program
March–November 2026 (one weekend per month)
Are you ready to deepen your connection with medicinal plants, nature, the seasons, and the vibrant community around you? Join us for a transformative learning experience in the beautiful herb gardens of the Santa Cruz Mountains, CA.
Step into the enchanting world of herbalism, where ancient wisdom meets modern understanding. Over nine immersive months, you’ll explore the intricate relationship between nature’s bounty and the human body, learning to craft plant medicines that support specific body systems.
In this hands-on program, you’ll:
•Discover the stories and energies of plants from root to blossom
•Learn to create herbal remedies that nourish, heal, and restore
•Traverse meadows, forests, and sun-kissed gardens to connect deeply with the natural world
•Blend, infuse, and concoct potent elixirs that resonate with the body’s innate wisdom
From soothing balms for tired bodies to calming tinctures for restless minds, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to harness nature’s gifts with reverence and grace.
Join me in this sacred communion with the green world, where the language of plants becomes a symphony of healing. Awaken your senses, deepen your understanding, and embark on a journey of herbal discovery that will stay with you for a lifetime.
Enroll today and step into the magic of herbalism!
Payment plans are available
Prerequisite: Beginning With Herbs (or equivalent) + passion for plant medicine.
Questions? Contact Bridget by text/call (408) 529-7949 | email: sweetherbmed@gmail.com
Topics included (but not limited to) by Month
Greeting each other and the plants, History of Herbal Medicine. Materia Medica & Herbal Therapeutics for the Nervous System, Percolation Method of Tincturing
Field trip to Pacific Botanicals in Grants Pass, Oregon. Learn what ethical farming looks like, tour the farm. Stay in a seaside cottage at the mouth of the Smith River.
Field trip to local farm & garden. Exploring flower essence system of healing. Prepare flower water, flower essence plus Herbs for the Female Reproductive System. Materia Medica and Herbal Therapeutics for the Skin, Muscles and Bones
Materia Medica and Herbal Therapeutics for the Kidneys and Liver. Exploring Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurvedic Principles.
Field trip to Beeline Bloom & U-pick Strawberry fields. Aromatherapy. Herbal Therapeutics for Male Reproductive System. Herbal Immunity.
Materia Medica and Herbal Therapeutics for the Urinary System. Overnight trip to Asilomar to visit the Farm, Garden & Healing energy of the Ocean Medicine ~ Seaweeds. Beach trip. Saturday, Sunday.
Digestion, Kombucha and Fermentation. Materia Medica and Herbal Therapeutics for the Digestive System
Using herbs with children, Basics of plant taxonomy and Hike through Henry Cowell Park, North entrance
Mycelium Medicine & Mushroom Cultivation. Medicine Show, Project Presentation, Graduation Celebration
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Product Reviews
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Best hands on class
Posted by Selena Acosta on 15th Mar 2025
This herbal studies program with Bridget was amazing. Just like many of her other courses offered! The amount of time spent learning in class with hands on creations was something I always looked forward to. The field trips were definitely a treat.
Learning the many ways in which plants all around us, even in our own kitchens can be incredibly beneficial to our lives.
Bridget is an amazing teacher of the plants. And just an incredible person all around!
I am incredibly grateful to have been apart of this program and highly recommend those seeking to learn more in herbalism to connect with Bridget and join her classes.
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I loved this program
Posted by Louise on 7th Nov 2024
I was taking an herbal program online and I couldn’t seem to get myself to commit to it every day or find time and also wasn’t confident that I was doing anything correct. This program was perfect for me because I had an awesome guide and I was confident in what I was doing because I had someone right there who has the knowledge and experience with herbs. Bridget is a great teacher who is open and patient with her students. She is not only a teacher but a friend. The atmosphere is relaxed and calming. Bridget’s love for herbs shows in her teaching. The trips were amazing and I learned how to look around me and recognize the herbs growing right in my yard and as I walked around town. I would recommend this program to anyone who has an interest in how herbs can help in your everyday life. And she is an amazing cook.
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An amazing hands on course for the curious herbalists
Posted by Unknown on 22nd Oct 2024
Being apart of the first year herbal studies was amazing. It was fun, informational and the hands on work we did really brought this class to life. Learning while creating with Bridget was the best. I enjoyed the flow of the classroom and energy of the space in which classes are held. The field trips were always a great time as well. I would definitely recommend others to sign up if becoming familiar with herbs is on your radar and you’re looking for a hands on course.