Nature's Acres Products

Class Schedule 2008
All classes are taught by Jane Hawley Stevens at Nature's Acres Farm, home of Four Elements Herbals. Classes are held from 6:30pm-8:00pm and cost $30 per person, unless otherwise noted. There will be something made for all participants to take home. A reservation MUST be made, because I need 4 people to hold a class. Call 608-522-4492.

Thursday, July 17
Elderflowers
Explore the many uses of the Medicine chest of the folk people.

Thursday, July 31
Chakra Garden
The Chakra System, displayed in a Garden, with Debra Morrell, intuitive healer, and Jane Hawley Stevens, herbalist.

Thursday, August 7
Lavender
Relax and enjoy an evening by savoring the many applications of Lavender.

Wednesday, August 13
Roses
Join Jane and Robin DiPasquale, N.D. on the many healing aspects of Roses.

Thursday, August 28
Summer Tincture Making
We will collect and make a tincture using the Arial portions of the plant, a summer tincture.

Thursday, September 11
Raspberry Jam Preservation
This evening we will collect and can a jar of organic raspberry jam for all participants.

Thursday, September 25
Kraut Making
We will learn the steps in fermenting cabbage into this cultural vegetable for winter use.

Saturday, September 27
Flower Essences
This is an all day intensive with FES trainer, Isadora Tavens. 9am-4pm. $95.

Saturday, October 4
Herb Day USA
A local celebration of a national event, featuring Herb speakers, walks and vendors all day. Located at Olbrich Gardens in Madison, WI.

Shows and Classes
The following classes are available if you gather four or more participants. Classes last 1-1/2 hours and cost $30 per person. Contact Four Elements Herbals to make date, time, and location arrangements. Phone 608.522.4492 or email natures@chorus.net.

Folk Herbalism Series
Aromatherapy in Massage Oils
Experience the magic of Aromatherapy for relaxation and therapy. Essential oil blending will be covered in this class and several different oils will be available to experience. Together we will create a massage oil for you to bring home.

Organic Growing Techniques of Herbs
Learn which herbs are a must for this region due to their many virtues and abundant nature and the cultural tricks to some of the most loved and difficult to grow herbs. Organic methods will be featured as Jane has had organic certification for over 15 years.

Herbal Skin Care, Salves and Lip Balms
Medicinal herbs have been used to sooth the skin for centuries. Learn some of the many restorative herbs available to assist in healing of topical skin problems. We will create a product for you to take home.

Herbal Tinctures, Effective and Efficient Herbal Healing
Join us to see why tinctures are the most common form of herbal medicine today. Some common but potent medicines should be available by early May. We will wild harvest and/or use some of last year's herbs to create personalized medicines so you will be able to take home some of your own medicinal creation

Herbs for the Body System
Learn which herbs will enhance our well being for the immune system, the nervous system, circulatory system, digestive system, and for healthy skin care. Learn to enhance your health, be calmer while staying alert, and improve the functioning of your heart, liver, and skin.

Organic Gardening Techniques

Healing through the Elements, Air, Earth, Fire, & Water
An in depth look at how we can use the Elements to assist us on our healing path.

ORGANIC HERB AND UNCOMMON PLANTS SALE
All FRIDAYS and SATURDAYS in May and until June 21, 2008. 9:00am - 5:00pm.

OPEN HOUSE
Nature’s Acres Farm, home of Four Elements Organic Herbals.
Saturday, June 21, 2008. Noon to 4pm.

Summer Classes at Natures Acres Farm

North Freedom WI
The following classes are available at Nature's Acres Farm, home of Four Elements Herbals, if you gather four or more participants. Classes last 1-1/2 hours and cost $30, which includes product to take home. Some classes function better as a five hour workshop, which includes an organic lunch prepared from our gardens and costs $75. Contact Four Elements Herbals to make date and time arrangements. Phone 608.522.4492 or email natures@chorus.net.

		Medicinal Oils and Salves Join us to experience the magic of making medicinal oils. These can be used for massage, achy muscles, or for sunburn. We are planning on harvesting St. John’s Wort in the meadow, on this day dedicated to St. John. (St. John’s day is June 24th.)

		Flower Essences A fun and esoteric subject, flower essences will be explored. Learn what they are, how they work, and if it’s sunny, find one of our many flowers to make an essence to take home.

		The Chakra System, Displayed in a Garden What a beautiful way to understand the energy systems of the body, by standing in a formal garden designed for this purpose. We will go over the energy systems of the body and which plants assist them.

		The Doctrine of Signatures, with Matthew Wood This would be a weekend seminar. Camping available. Pricing to be determined.

		Making Hydrosols and Essential Oils Jane will pull out her still and together we will decide what herb to distill. Explore the alchemy of this plant preparation.

		Tincture Making Tinctures are the most common form of herbal medicine in the contemporary USA. Learn how to prepare a tincture, and why it is the preferred method of herbal medicine.

		Herbal Teas Beloved Herbal Teas, the most traditional way to prepare medicine will be taught in this hands-on seminar. Join us to harvest, and learn how to custom blend for a purpose these delightful herbs.

		Lavender Workshop Let’s explore the wonderful world of lavender, and create a lavender product to take home.

		Ritualistic Uses of Herbs Learn about the herbal tradition of using herbs for Ritual. We will cover White sage, Holy Basil Cedar and Rue for starters. Together we can make a smudge stick to take home.

Check out our new products...

Botanical Liniment

Fresh picked herbs used for centuries for rhumatism and sore, achy joints are infused ina witch hazel base to ease overworked bodies. Contains arnica, St. Johns wort, prickly ash & juniper with sweet birch essential oil.

4 oz. spray bottle

Immune Blend Certified Organic Echinacea, Astralagus & Goldenseal in Korbel Brandy.		Chi Charge Ginseng, Certified Organic Ashwaganda & Ginkgo in Korbel Brandy.

Sleep Support Certified Organic Vallerian, Skullcap & Hops in Korbel Brandy.		Liver-Kidney Blend Certified Organic Yellow Dock, Burdock & Dandelion in Korbel Brandy.

Nerve Support Certified Organic Lemon Balm, Skullcap, Milky Oats, Blue Vervain in Korbel Brandy.