Wild Tennessee Outdoor Exploration Program

Our Wild Tennessee Outdoor Program offers a transformative journey into integrative herbal medicine across the diverse bioregions of Tennessee and North Carolina. Over the course of 8 months, Dr. Finkelstein & guest teachers will guide you through interactive classes that span all Five Seasons (winter, spring, early summer, late summer, and autumn), delving into Classical Five Element theory and its effects on the body and nature throughout the year, all in alignment with Appalachian medicine traditions!

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Explore the world of plant medicine as we study over 120 unique & uncommon botanicals -focusing on plant energetics and therapeutic actions. The program includes hands-on work in beginner botany, plant identification, human physiology, sustainable foraging, medicine making, herbal gardening and harvesting, regenerative land practices, herbal safety and drug interactions, family medicine, herbal first aid, and valuable insights from experienced practitioners & farmers.

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To enhance your learning, each student will receive seeds, transplants, and harvested plants to create a personal garden and/or apothecary. Weekends will be devoted to preparing herbal remedies, discovering the mountain, meadow, and river landscapes, and experiencing the varied climates of Eastern Tennessee and North Carolina. Spring & Autumn campouts cap our program with exciting bonus class opportunities & field trips!