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Discover the rich traditions of working with plants for magic, ritual, and spiritual practice. In this class we will explore the ways people have historically engaged with herbs beyond their physical constituent properties—using plants for purification, protection, manifestation, and connection with the natural world. Participants will learn about the symbolic and energetic qualities of a variety of magical plants and how to incorporate them into simple rituals and everyday practices. We will also explore several plants that grow here in the Pacific Northwest and discuss how developing relationships with the plants around us can deepen magical work. Together we will sit quietly with flower essence to experience its presence and reflect on the ways plants can guide and support our intentions. Topics we will discuss: what magical herbalism means in the context of western herbalism herbal purification, protection, and manifestation kitchen magic, home magic, and everyday magical practices working with moon cycles traditional magical herbs and their folklore plants of the Pacific Northwest and their magical associations a flower essence plant meditation tastings of herbal remedies! How do I register? To register, please scroll to the bottom of this page. What to bring? Please bring a notebook and something to write with for note-taking. Who is this class perfect for? This class is a great fit for anyone who feels drawn to herbalism and magic—whether you’ve already dabbled in making home remedies and incorporating magic into your life or you are just beginning your journey. This class will offer valuable learning for participants at both beginner and intermediate levels. What will you bring home? Students will be invited to take a flower essence home to continue working with it. You will receive a printed guide of course content, links to many of Leland's herbal remedy recipes and spells, and a curated resource list. You will also be invited to join the Blossomwood Botanicals email newsletter to keep up to date on Leland's herbalism practice and future classes. *** About the herbalist Leland’s work with plants began in childhood, guided by her mother and the old ways of Northern Italy. She later completed formal training at the Berkeley Herbal Center, including a year-long intensive clinical program and a year of mentored clinical practice. She now teaches there as part of the faculty. Her herbal education also includes studies with Scott Kloos, the Chestnut School of Herbal Medicine, and practitioner training with Flower Essence Studies. *** About the location - Blossomwood Farmstead Blossomwood Farmstead is a magical 42-acre healing sanctuary in the heart of the Yachats River Valley, just 15 minutes from the ocean and the town of Yachats. It is a place of deep restoration, where Leland tends the land and cultivates long-standing relationships with the herbs she grows. *** A few important notes The specific address will be shared with participants after registration. Class attendance is limited to 10 students. If you need to cancel your registration, please let me know as soon as possible. Kindly note that cancellations within 48 hours of the class meeting are non-refundable.