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Rose Barlow of Prodigal Gardens, Director 673 S. Washington Ave Viroqua, WI 54665 608-637-3074 dandeliongold22@hotmail.com
Jessie Conaway of Three Trees Herb Shop, Founder W5225 Quackenbush Road West Salem, WI 54669 608-786-4425 White and Woolly
We had our first nippy morning a couple of days ago and I ruefully closed the windows to keep the heat inside while I contemplated yet another quarter turn in the great wheel of the year. The thermometer read 40� and I tried to imagine what subtracting another 40� will feel like. We so easily forget.
I smelled the first heady scent of woodsmoke as I went out into the day. The autumn chill has a way of waking us up from the sleepy summer dream and gives us a sharp reminder of the inevitable coming of winter.
September finds me scurrying about with my good friends the squirrels. We visit the same trees in search of black walnuts, hickory nuts and acorns, my autumn triad of staple foodstores. There will be a few more expeditions with my trusty shovel for parsnip, chicory, dandelion and Jerusalem artichoke roots. I�ll be reaping an abundant harvest of beauty besides�..
Sometimes I feel like I have to hurry and get it all done before some imminent deadline, like there�s some cut-off point when winter officially begins and we�re locked inside its prison and all activity ceases. But then I gently remind myself that winter has its own beauty and I can open my door and go out anytime I want and it�s never really done and the next is as intriguing as the last�..
May the early autumn chill sharpen your senses and prepare your soul to receive nature�s glorious baptism by fire����
There is something in autumn that is native to my blood� Touch of manner, hint of mood; And my heart is like a rhyme, With the yellow and the purple and the crimson keeping time��. Bliss Carman
CRHI Update
Now that summer has drawn to a close it seems the passing events that marked it are so far away, just pages in the memory book. The Coulee Region Herbal Institute hosted its summer classes out of doors. In June we had our annual Prairie Walk outside of Winona featuring the expertise of Carol Jacobs and Karl Lacher. There was also a special session on tree identification with long time CRHI-er Mitch Cholewa. There was an exceptionally good turn-out for the event and some even stayed the night!
In July we had a Wild Food Potluck on land owned by Linda Conroy and John Holzwort of Moonwise Herbs in the beautiful ridge and valley country near Coon Valley. The mid-summer bounty was richly displayed on the table with wild iced teas and lemonades, wild salads with wild dressings, green deviled eggs, herb-speckled cornbread and berry delights. The group walked off the feast in an herbal explore of the plants community on the property.
The following weekend several CRHI members were involved in an Herbal Share Gathering at the family farm of Carol Willis, proprietress of Morning Star Herbs. Folks from near and far came together to connect, network, share knowledge and envision steps towards creating a healthier, more cohesive herbal community in the region. The up and coming Midwest Herbal Conference slated for June 6-8 in Winona, MN seems to be a good focal point to bring our talents to the table. A sign-up sheet was passed for those interested in getting involved, with promises of more info to come and the event preparation unfolds.
The fall line-up of classes and events looks intriguing! For September, we decided to piggy-back on a mushroom conference in Lanesboro, MN, about 50 minutes west of LaCrosse. The event is called the �Mycoblitz� and will feature mushroom experts, lots of time in the field ID-ing and collecting mushrooms, creating displays and general mushroom education. Details can be found in the calendar pages of the newsletter.
October features the roots and barks in a hands-on class at the People�s Food Co-op in LaCrosse. We�ll be making an herbal cough syrup from scratch and sampling various root and bark potions. Don�t forget to mark your calendar for the CRHI Annual Meeting in November. We�ll have an herbal craft activity to keep our hands busy while we brainstorm the calendar year for 2008 and strategize ways to make the Institute even better.
Thank You to all who sent in memberships both new and re-newed. Your contributions are precious and keep us in print! Enjoy the Autumn issue of our newsletter and consider contributing an article, poem, recipe, book review or anything else that might be of interest to the herbal community��� Meet the Herbalist: Gabrielle Daniels Interview by Linda Conroy of Moonwise Herbs
It was such a pleasure to meet Gabrielle Daniels at two herbal
Fever: Herbal Treatment Options
Even though, spring is just around the corner and the cold and flu season is winding down, I felt it was important to discuss one of the most common reasons for a visit to a healthcare provider, fevers. One of the most common symptoms, fever often sends scores of paranoid patients to see their health care provider every year. While fever can be a serious event, a better understanding of the role fever plays in illness and with some basic guidelines for care, fever can become a common illnesses best ally.
In Medicines of the Earth, 2005 Proceedings, Jill Stansbury, ND gives a wonderful over view of the role of fever. Historically, heat was seen as a vital force in our bodies. To suppress this was akin to death or coldness. Many felt a fever was present to stimulate the vital forces of the body. Stansbury discusses the various reasons for fever such as �infections, collegen-vascular disease, neoplasms, metabolic disorders, hematological diseases such as sickle cell anemia, drug and immune reactions, chemical poisonings or central nervous system disease that affects the regulatory mechanism of the body� (Medicines of the Earth, 116). Fever will respond differently depending on which one of the many reasons is the cause, the age of the patient and their overall general health. For the sake of discussion, I will limit the focus of this article to fevers related to infections, specific to children.
The body�s natural response to an infective agent is to send a large amount of white blood cells to fight the organism or agent. While a complex cascade of reactions follow that include the work of macrophages, monocytes, eosinophils and neutrophils, simply stated, as the various white blood cells work they produce heat. As the infective agent breaks down, it will also produce heat. This heat is what we call fever. When fever becomes an issue for most patients is when it gets too high. So what is �too high?� For a working parent who cannot keep their child home losing valuable work time, 99 degrees is too high. For most school nurses, 100 degrees is too high to stay in school. In addition, for parents with children in general, 101 seems to be the magic number as anything higher than that can cause a seizure. In reality, while febrile seizures are frightening, they are rarely life threatening. There are always exceptions but some common sense treatments and careful observation can make all the difference.
The key to treating fevers in children is to understand normal verses abnormal. If the child is playing, eating and drinking, a fever of 100 degrees is OK. However, if they are not playful and not drinking fluids, 100 degrees is not OK. Children have a much higher body mass than adults and they will lose fluids very quickly through their skin. This is especially true for babies. In general, the younger the child the less likely they are to tolerate a fever. The greatest danger then becomes dehydration, not seizures. So how do you treat a fever? Be sure you are obtaining the most accurate temperature. Children 5 and under should have rectal temperatures. 5-6 or 7 can take an auxiliary temperature and older than that can have oral temperatures. RECTAL is the most accurate and is the best guide. Below is a list of my favorite treatments. My goal is rapid, aggressive and early intervention. The sooner you act, the sooner you will see improvement.
1. Work with the body. At the first sign of illness, whether it is a runny nose, cough, congestion or fever, I have children take a bath. Start tepid and increase the heat. The warmth will stimulate the immune system and sooth muscle aches. As soon as they get out of the tub, dry them and wrap them in cotton. Cotton absorbs body moisture. Flannel is my favorite! 2. Start pushing fluids! Help the body flush out the toxins it is breaking down. I like chamomile, elderflower or Echinacea teas. They calm and boost the immune system. You can also use ginger, peppermint or yarrow tea but children do not always like the stronger flavor of these teas. I also like warm vegetable broths, again trying to turn up the heat in the body while not dehydrating. Avoid any caffeine or sweet drinks. Caffeine dehydrates and sweet feeds an infection. Water is best and lots of it! Children especially like tea with honey another great immune booster. 3. Next, I add tinctures to combat the infection. I like elderflower or Echinacea. I usually mix these with warm orange or apple juice for flavor. 4. When temperatures reach the 101 range, it is time to switch to cooler fluids. I like frozen juice pops mixed with some chamomile tea. I have met few children who will not eat a popsicle even at their sickest moments. You can also apply cold compresses in the arm pits, neck and groin. 5. If the child is becoming lethargic, glassy eyed, dry mucus membranes, no urination and not taking even tablespoons of fluid, it is time to get aggressive. Rosemary Gladstar recommends catnip enemas. This is not always easy for parents but can be effective. 6. Finally, if all else fails you can use an over the counter fever reducer such as Tylenol or Motrin. Aspirin, and that includes any herbs with salicylates, is not recommended due to the incidence of Reye�s Syndrome in children. Weight specific doses of acetaminophen/Tylenol or Motin/ibuprofen can be very effective. Ask a pharmacist for specific recommendations.
In summary, while a fever may be uncomfortable, remember it is part of the body�s natural defense system. Fever is trying to help rid the body of an infection. Working with this process, using appropriate herbs and fluids can make any fever manageable.
Yours in Greeness! Lora Krall
Essentials for the Winter Medicine Cabinet
Open up the door to your medicine cabinet, take a look inside. Are you ready for this winter? Remember last year? How quickly you forgot about the intense earache in the middle of the night, the dreaded cold that lingered on for four weeks or the uncontrollable cough that had you barking through the most important business meeting of the year?
It seems that Murphy's Law is true--"If anything can go wrong, it will" and at the worst possible time in the winter--if you have not considered prevention medicine. I have noticed that it is human nature to wait until the last minute to prepare for 'expected emergencies' such as common colds, ailments or other injuries. Many situations can be avoided or better dealt with via advanced planning. Prevention and natural medicine are perfect practices to planning ahead and being better equipped to take care of ourselves and families.
Before winter storms blow and the next virus heads your direction, consider taking some of these simple steps of adding basic natural remedies to your medicine cabinet rather than dashing out to the 24-hour drugstore in the middle of the night. 'Better to be prepared' is my motto. You and your family will feel greater physical comfort and emotional security when some of your healthcare needs are addressed in advance.
When I present natural medicine classes or workshops I am often asked what I prefer to have on hand for my family and myself. Here are some of my favorite common herbs and supplements. These are the ones that I would not go without through a Wisconsin winter. Try starting with them. Be well this winter!
Echinacea & Astragalus Optimal herbal combination for bacterial & viral infection plus immune system boost. Use as a tea, herbal tincture or capsules.
Goldenseal Strong natural anti-biotic & anti-viral (plant is at risk, so use sparingly). Available in powder, tincture or capsules.
Garlic Versatile natural anti-biotic & anti-viral among other supportive properties. Eat raw, cooked or buy in capsule form.
Elderberry Cough Syrup Along with other throat & lung herbsthis soothes better than most. Buy over-the-counter in health food stores or make your own. Terrific for colds and flus, too!
Wild Cherry Bark or Slippery Elm Throat Lozenges Reduces inflammation & coughing. Available in most health food stores.
Yarrow, Elderflower, Mint Fever reducing herb tea. Blend these herbs into a tea infusion.
Breath Easy or Lung Tea Blend of demulcent, expectorant & anti-inflammatory herbs to support the entire respiratory system. Purchase an organic blend in boxed form or create your own.
Vitamin C with Roseships Support your immunity throughout the winter with regular doses. Available in many chewable or other forms.
Essential Oils of Tea Tree,Eucalyptus & Bergamot Tea Tree is a strong anti-microbial, antiviral & anti-fungal. Combine this with these respiratory system oils to fight winter infections. Use in an aromatic inhalation or vaporizer. Note:Essential oils are available in 1/3 or 1 ounce at health food shops. Buy organic all natural oils-not synthetic)
The information in this article is educational in nature. Remember that you may need the individualized care of your healthcare practitioner before using any natural products.
Gigi Stafne is an instructor, writer, Naturopath and Master Herbalist specializing in clinical natural medicine and cross cultural medicine. To inquire about her courses, publications or eco tour business Adventure Botanica contact: 715.967.2300 fireweed@citizens-tel.net
Book Review
Shanleya's Quest- Illustrated by Gloria Brown
In the interest of fun and adventure for this holiday season I thought I would review a book that would make a great gift for the herbal enthusiast in your life. Whether adult or child this book makes botany a fun adventure. Thomas Elpel who is the author of one my favorite herb books, �Botany in a Day�, is also the author of this creative expression of plant patterns: �Shenleya�s Quest�.
I purchased this book only a year or two ago, after having carried �Botany in a Day� around with me for years. I wanted to read it to see if we wanted to carry this book in our virtual bookstore. I was primarily focused on it as an offering for children. And much to my delight I found myself devouring the book and wishing I had read this early on in my herbal journey, before reading Botany in Day. I was delighted to find a mythical way to look at the plant patterns that spoke to the child inside of me.
�Shanleya�s Quest� begins with the main character taking her canoe and journeying to various plant islands. Each island represents a different plant family. Each island is inhabited by the plants of that family and a guardian/host who greets Shanelya as she arrives on the island. The host takes Shanleya on a tour of the plant family inhabiting that island. The guardian points out the unique characteristics of each family and tests Shanleya�s memory as she leaves. Each tour is fun and offers metaphors for remembering the patterns in plant families.
The book starts out with a creation myth, which is weaved throughout the story. This myth, which begins with bubbles in a puddle of soup under the radiance of father sun and the glow of Mother moon, is a significant part of the story. This story creates a magical feeling throughout the book offering a fun way to learn. The information woven throughout the book leaves the reader with the potential to identify 45,000 species of plants to their proper families. The illustrations are beautiful and offer a feast for the eyes on each page.
So if you were wondering what to get your favorite plant enthusiast, herbalist or yourself for a holiday present, I would highly recommend this engaging book for all ages!!
Linda Conroy is a fulltime herbalist from the Seattle area who has recently relocated to Sheboygan, WI, with plans to eventually settle on her property in Coon Valley. She offers numerous classes, apprenticeships, a home study course and much, much more. Visit her website at www.moonwiseherbs.com
CRHI Quarterly Newsletter Calling for submissions for our spring issue of the CRHI quarterly newsletter! It�s never too early!!!!! Spring issue submissions are due by March 10. Some ideas for newsletter submissions are: Book Reviews Articles--seasonal and otherwise Profiles of Local Herbalists (can be self-portraits) Community Calendar Events Recipes Anything else you think would interest herb enthusiasts! Submissions can be e-mailed to Dandeliongold22@hotmail.com or mailed to Coulee Region Herbal Institute, 673 S. Washington Ave, Viroqua WI 54665 Deadlines for quarterly submissions are: Spring��. March 10 Summer��June 10 Fall���.Sept 10 Winter��..Dec 10
Regional Calendar of Classes and Events
*LACROSSE AREA* Coulee Region Herbal Institute 2007 Classes & Events Classes and events are typically (but not always!) held on the third Sunday of each month. Classes and events are free for members and cost 5$ for non-members. Some classes may request a nominal fee for cost of materials. Check details for location and contact number.
January 20 Herbal Basics: Where to Start w/Gabrielle Daniels People�s Food Co-op, LaCrosse 3:30-5:30 Master Herbalist Gabrielle Daniels will be offering a class on the ABCs of herbs as an entry point for people interested in learning about herbs and herbalism. She will cover basic herbal preps, good starter books and a general overview of herbalism. For more info call Gabrielle 637-2315.
February 17 Herbal Teas with Rose Barlow People�s Food Co-op, LaCrosse 3:30-5:30 There�s a whole lot more to making good, effective herbal teas than just brewing a tea bag in some hot water! Rose Barlow will take you on a tour of the world of herbal teas, including infusions, decoctions, herbal iced teas & lemonades, roasted root coffees & chai and more. Sampling, recipes and hands-on activity. Call Rose at 637-3074 for details.
March 16 Medicinal Plants of the Sierra Nevadas w/Jessie Conaway People�s Food Co-op, LaCrosse 3:30-5:30 Jessie Conaway will be sharing with us some gold nuggets from her recent trip to California by presenting a slide show on medicinal herbs that grow in the Sierra Nevadas. Herbal snacks and beverages will be provided. Need more info? Call Jessie at 786-4425.
*DULUTH AREA* Giving Ground Wilderness Herbal Retreat Center Superior National Forest, Brimson, MN (60 miles north of Duluth) Pam Thompson 1-888-276-1336 January 19-21: Stone Soup! Kitchen medicine: culinary herbs as medicines In the "dead" of winter there are more plants available for making medicines than you might expect! February 15-17: Beginning Herbology, with a focus on wild weed medicine of historic and Native American knowledge
*MADISON AREA* Mystical Medicine - A Conservatory Exhibit Olbrich Botanical Gardens September 6, 2007 � January 5, 2008 The Mystical Medicine exhibit in the tropical Bolz Conservatory will explore the traditional native uses and beliefs surrounding several rainforest psychoactive plants that affect the brain and mental processes through the work of several famous ethnobotanists. For more information, call 608-246-4550.
*SHEBOYGAN AREA* Moonwise Herbs w/Linda Conroy Simple Living Series 2008 Traditional Food and Herbs ProgramWednesday evenings 6:00-9:00pm January 9th,16th, 23rd, 30th and February 6th and 13th, 2008 $125-175 sliding scale This 3 week series will offer participants the opportunity to learn and enhance a variety of time honored skills. Whether you are new to these skills or have been exploring them in depth you will discover tips and techniques that will inspire your creativity in these traditional arts. We will make cheese, fermented foods and beverages, herbal soap and handcrafted herbal wares. You will learn to cook with herbs as well as wild and whole foods and make soap for your own use. Participants will leave with a notebook of recipes, cultures for making cheese and fermented foods at home as well as herbal soap that we craft together. There will be lots of samples for inspiration and fun!!To register contact Linda @ rosemarygoddess@moonwiseherbs.com or call 920-457-9290Herbs for Family Health: The Wise Woman Way A Day of Inspiration! Saturday January 26th, 2008 10-3 The wise woman tradition invites us to promote health by incorporating herbs and whole foods into our daily life. Participants will be treated to tips from Linda's years of experience incorporating herbs and wild edibles into her daily life as well as a wild and whole food lunch. Cost $35 includes a community wild foods lunch Quaker Meeting House 3224 N. Gordon Place Milwaukee, WI Please contact Jess to register or with questions: 414-372-9632 Wild Eats: A Whole and Wild Food Dining Adventure Eat whole and wild foods in community From the Pantry-Sunday Brunch February 10, 2008 (1-4pm) ($20-30 contribution appreciated) For reservations or more information 920-457-9290 or rosemarygoddess@moonwiseherbs.com
*EAU CLAIRE* The Center for Healing Arts Herb and Eco School is currently accepting applications & registrations for the 2008 Master Herbalism certification program. The course Includes: � 400 hours of direct herbalism instruction including dosage, preparations, taxonomy and contraindications & clinical practice � 200 hours of basic support sciences such as nutrition and anatomy � 400 hours of Materia Medica studies & assignments � 70 hours in the field learning the basics of botany and plant identification � 40 hours on the history of herbalism � 20 hours of basic business training & professional ethics � CPR/First Aid certification (to be completed off site) This course meets and in some areas exceeds the educational guidelines put forth by professional botanical medicine organizations in the US and internationally. For more information or to register, please contact: Gigi Stafne, MH, ND, Director Phone: 715-967-2300 email: fireweed@citizens-tel.net
*MINNEAPOLIS/ST.PAUL* Herbal Healing through the Seasons of a Woman�s Life Thursday Evenings: Jan 10-April 3 7-9:30PM 200$
Intermediate Herbalism Class � Winter, 2008 Matthew Wood Sunnyfield Herb Farm, Maple Plain, Mn Sunday afternoons, 1-5 pm; two classes a month Jan 26, Fe10, 24, Mar 2, 9, Apr 6, 27, May 4, 25, June 22. This is our basic class on the organ systems, tissue states, and appropriate remedies. It is based on the concept of matching medicinal plants to specific tissue states (excitation, tension, atrophy, relaxation, stagnation, depression) or energetics (hot, cold, damp, dry, hypertension, hypotension), organ affinities, and specific indications, so that herbal work can be more exact for each client. Matthew Wood has been practicing for over twenty five years, is the author of four books on herbalism, and an internationally known teacher and author. Cost: $250. Down Payment, $50 to hold a spot. Class limited to 14. 763-972-7225 greenmedic@copper.net
Three Seasons of Herbal Wisdom February 16/17, March 8/9, March 29/30, April 19/20, May 10/11, May 24/25, June 14/15, July 5/6, July 26/27, August 16/17, September 6/7, September 27/28, October 18/19, November 8/9, November 29/30, December 20/21 Price: $1,240 for the series; $1,190 if paid in full by February 16/17. For more info: 612-819-9946 lisewolff@yahoo.com
North Country Herbalist Guild Case Study Group (Ongoing) This group is open to all herbalists. You do not need to be a professional herbalist with paying clients to attend the group, but you do need to have some background in herbal studies and be actively working with people using herbs. At the group we will:
Newcomers are welcome--don't be shy. And as always, experienced practitioners are welcome to come and share their knowledge and experience. Location: 2812 - 30th Ave S, Minneapolis
Calendar items are also sent out via a monthly (or so) e-mail list. If you are not currently on the list and would like to receive our monthly e-mail calendar of herb and wild food related classes and events please send your e-mail address to dandeliongold22@hotmail.com and I�ll get you hooked up right away! Coulee Region Herbal Institute 2008 Classes & Events
Classes and events are typically held on the third Sunday of each month. Classes and events are free for members and cost 5$ for non-members. Some classes may request a nominal fee for cost of materials. Check details for location and contact number.
January 20 Herbal Basics: Where to Start with Gabrielle Daniels People�s Food Co-op, LaCrosse 3:30-5:30 Master Herbalist Gabrielle Daniels will be offering a class on the ABCs of herbs as an entry point for people interested in learning about herbs and herbalism. She will cover basic herbal preps, good starter books and a general overview of herbalism. For more info call Gabrielle 637-2315.
February 17 Herbal Teas with Rose Barlow People�s Food Co-op, LaCrosse 3:30-5:30 There�s a whole lot more to making good, effective herbal teas than just brewing a tea bag in some hot water! Rose Barlow will take you on a tour of the world of herbal teas, including infusions, decoctions, herbal iced teas & lemonades, roasted root coffees & chai and more. Sampling, recipes and hands-on activity. Call Rose at 608-637-3074 for details.
March 16 Wildflowers of the Sierra Nevadas with Jessie Conaway People�s Food Co-op, LaCrosse 3:30-5:30 Jessie Conaway will be sharing with us some gold nuggets from her recent trip to California --a slide show on the wildflowers and magnificent trees of the Sierra Nevada. Herbal snacks and beverages will be provided. Need more info? Call Jessie at 790-7425.
April 20 Spring Harvest: 5 Herb Intensive at Morning Star Herbs Westby, Wisconsin (20 minutes south of LaCrosse) 3:30-5:30 Join us for our first outdoor class of the year as we focus in depth on five extremely common, easily identified, nourishing and useful springtime herbs: Dandelion, Burdock, Nettles, Chickweed and Violets. You�ll be amazed at how talented each one of these herbs are, both as food and as medicine! For directions to Morning Star Herb Farm and any questions you might have, call Carol Willis at 634-3640
May 18 Paddles and Petals with Jessie Conaway, MS, Outdoor Educator 10:00-4:00 Launch a kayak in Perrot Park near Trempealeau Mountain and explore the medicinal plants of the wetland and floodplain forests with Jessie Conaway & Carol Jacobs. Beginners are welcome--instruction on kayaking basics in the morning; paddling and herb walk in the afternoon. There is a $20.00 equipment rental fee for a kayak and paddling gear. Limited space. RSVP to Jessie at 608-790-7425, or send a deposit of $10 to: J. Conaway, W5225 Quackenbush Rd., West Salem, WI, 54669.
Coulee Region Herbal Institute 2008 Classes & Events
June 22 St. John�s Bonfire Faith Anacker�s land, Westby WI (20 minutes south of LaCrosse) 3:30-whenever Coulee Region Herbal Institute will be celebrating the full sun of high summer with a potluck, drumming, bonfire and sauna. The event will include a workshop on making herbal oils, an herb walk to identify summer herbs with an emphasis on those useful for herbal-infused oils, especially the venerable St. Johnswort blossoms. Please bring small jars, olive oil, a potluck dish, a drum and a towel. For directions or more info, call Faith at 634-6019.
July 20 2nd Annual Herbal Share Gathering & Wild Food Potluck Johanna O�Tigham Homestead, Viola, WI The Herbal Share Gathering is an opportunity for herbalists of the region as well as folks interested in learning more about herbs to network, to share our visions and ideas for an herbal community and future events, and to share good food, fellowship and fun together. More information and details forthcoming.
August No CRHI class in August
September 21 Mushroom Identification Walk Site and details to be announced The autumn rains bring a rich variety of mushrooms to the forest floor. We�ll be taking a walk in the LaCrosse area to learn to identify and deepen our appreciation for the magical, mysterious world of mushrooms. More information forthcoming.
October 19 Herbs and Cancer with Mitch Cholewa People�s Food Co-op, LaCrosse 3:30-5:30 While herbal medicine may not offer miracle cures for cancer patients, it can be of immense value in offering comfort, relief and nutritional support for the myriad side-effects and symptoms of cancer and its various treatment options. Mitch Cholewa has worked for many years on the cancer ward at Fransciscan Skemp and has a wealth of experience and knowledge in this realm. Join us for a discussion on the valueable but often misunderstood role of herbs in treating cancer.
November 16 Herbal Cordials and CRHI Annual Meeting People�s Food Co-op, LaCrosse 3:30-5:30 We will hold our annual meeting to brainstorm a calendar of events for 2009 and discuss any other CRHI business that needs discussing. We�ll also have our ever popular Herbal Cordials presentation with herbalist Carol Jacobs of Winona. There will be a small fee for use of the co-op classroom.
December--No Meeting Happy Holidays!!
Coulee Region Herbal Institute 673 S. Washington Ave Viroqua, WI 54665
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