Herbalism for Youth ~Teen

 Herbalism for Youth ~ Teens (Ages 12–17)

 A 3-Month Plant & Nature Series 

February 4 – April 8, 2026

Wednesdays | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Boulder Creek, California

(Exact location and directions provided upon registration)

Join herbalist and educator Bridget Giuffrida for an immersive, hands-on journey into plant, earth, and ocean medicine designed especially for teens who are curious about nature, healing, and learning practical life skills.

This 3-month series invites young people to slow down, step outside, and build a meaningful relationship with the natural world—through plants, the sea, and seasonal rhythms.

What Teens Will Explore

•Plant medicine basics using gentle, local herbs and garden plants

•Ocean medicine including seaweeds, minerals, and coastal healing traditions

•Simple gardening and plant care skills

•Ethical harvesting and respectful wildcrafting

•Hands-on medicine-making projects teens can actually use and enjoy

•How herbs support the body, emotions, and everyday wellness

Each class is project-based and interactive, giving students the satisfaction of creating remedies and tools they can share with family and friends.

Herb & Nature Walks Included

This series includes three guided herb walks to deepen learning through real-world observation and exploration:

•Quail Hollow Ranch County Park

•Felton Public Library grounds

•Año Nuevo State Park (coastal and ocean medicine focus)

Who This Class Is For

•Teens ages 12–17 of all genders

•Curious, nature-loving youth interested in plants, wellness, and hands-on learning

•Students who can work respectfully and mindfully in a group setting

What to Bring

•A snack and water bottle

•Comfortable, layered clothing for outdoor learning

•Curiosity and a willingness to get your hands a little dirty

Herbal tea is served at every class. 

This series offers teens a chance to build confidence, connect with nature, and learn ancient skills in a modern, grounded, and supportive environment—where curiosity is encouraged and learning happens through doing.

Tuition & Enrollment

Tuition:$325 per student

Includes all classes, guided herb & ocean walks, medicine-making materials, and supplies.

This small-group series is intentionally limited to create a safe, supportive, and hands-on learning environment for teens.

 Sibling Discount:

Save $30 per additional sibling

Payment Plan Option:

 Two payments of $165

 (First payment due at registration, second due midway through the series)

Registration Notes

• Open to teens ages 12–17
• Space is limited and registration is required
• Once registered, families will receive a welcome email with location details, what to bring, and important class information

This program is an investment in confidence, connection to nature, and lifelong skills—rooted in plant wisdom, ocean medicine, and hands-on learning. 

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