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Dandelion: Food and Tea Workshop
with Wood Thrush Wilderness
Dandelions aren’t just weeds—they’re a powerhouse of flavor and nutrition! In this hands-on workshop, we’ll explore the many ways you can use dandelions to create delicious dishes and refreshing teas. Join us to learn how to collect, process, and cook with this amazing plant, from roots to greens to flowers.
What You’ll Learn
- How to collect and process dandelion greens for delicious recipes.
- Using dandelion flowers to make jams, teas, and wines.
- The beneficial properties of dandelion roots and how to incorporate them into your meals.
- A variety of recipes, from savory dishes to sweet treats.
In this interactive class, we’ll taste, create, and make some truly delicious dishes featuring dandelions!
What to Expect
- A fun and educational class designed for beginners and food enthusiasts.
- All materials and ingredients will be provided, along with recipe cards to take home.
- Step-by-step guidance from an instructor to help you create tasty dandelion-based dishes and drinks.
Accessibility Information
We aim to make this class as inclusive as possible:
- Location: The venue is wheelchair accessible, with accessible restrooms.
- Seating and Workspace: Tables and chairs are provided
- Physical Effort:Participants will be standing and moving around, with some light lifting and handling of equipment. Please reach out if you have mobility concerns or need accommodations.
- Visual Guidance: Intructions will be provided verbally and visually.
About the Instructor
Wood Thrush Wilderness is an outdoor guiding and educational business that helps people connect more deeply with themselves and the natural world. As Licensed Recreation Maine Guides, we offer guided canoe expeditions throughout the state of Maine. We also offer classes and training in outdoor education, wilderness medicine, and traditional crafts such as basketry.
Flowers as Healers: Introduction to Flower Essences
with Debra Bluth
Join herbalist, homeopath, and flower essences practitioner Debra Bluth for an introduction to flower essence workshop.
Flower essences are energetic remedies made from the blossoms of living plants, potentized by the sun or moon, and created with intention and ceremony. Taken orally, these essences work on a vibrational level to support emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. Each essence carries a unique energetic imprint, guiding the body and mind toward greater balance and healing.
In this immersive workshop, you'll explore the foundations of flower essences, including their history, uses, and the subtle yet profound shifts they can facilitate. A significant portion of the day will be spent outdoors, where each participant will have the opportunity to create their own flower essence.
Ages: 18+
Homemade Root Beer, Soda, and Kombucha Workshop
with Wood Thrush Wilderness
Whether you call it soda, pop, or soda pop, this fun and hands-on class will teach you how to create your own homemade root beer and vanilla cream soda. Learn the basics of brewing with natural ingredients, including how to collect plant roots or where to purchase the supplies.
We’ll also dive into the world of kombucha, exploring how to make your own kombucha and experiment with fun flavoring techniques.
What You’ll Learn
- How to make homemade root beer and vanilla cream soda from scratch.
- How to collect plant roots or find the necessary ingredients for brewing soda.
- The basics of making kombucha and creative ways to flavor it.
- How to bottle your soda and kombucha safely.
Each participant will leave the class with a 1-gallon jar of kombucha mama -OR- a half dozen bottles of homemade root beer and vanilla cream soda. And custom-built wooden bottle holder that includes a bottle opener to store your delicious beverages!
What to Expect
- A fun and interactive class with hands-on opportunities to brew and flavor your drinks.
- All ingredients, materials, and tools will be provided.
- Step-by-step guidance on making your own soda and kombucha, as well as how to bottle and store them safely.
Accessibility Information
We aim to make this class as inclusive as possible:
- Location: The venue is wheelchair accessible, with accessible restrooms.
- Seating and Workspace: Tables and chairs are provided
- Physical Effort:Participants will be standing and moving around, with some light lifting and handling of equipment. Please reach out if you have mobility concerns or need accommodations.
- Visual Guidance: Intructions will be provided verbally and visually.
About the Instructor
Wood Thrush Wilderness is an outdoor guiding and educational business that helps people connect more deeply with themselves and the natural world. As Licensed Recreation Maine Guides, we offer guided canoe expeditions throughout the state of Maine. We also offer classes and training in outdoor education, wilderness medicine, and traditional crafts such as basketry.
Honey Wine Workshop
with Wood Thrush Wilderness
All participants must be 21 years or older. Valid ID is required at check-in.
Discover the ancient art of mead making and transform honey into a decadent, fermented beverage cherished throughout history. Mead, also known as honey wine, is the world’s oldest alcoholic drink. In this immersive workshop, you’ll explore its rich history, learn the basics of brewing and fermentation, and create your own one-gallon batch of mead to take home.
What to Expect
- History & Tasting: Learn about mead's origins and cultural significance while sampling a selection of meads and honeys from across the country. Enjoy about 4-8 ounces of mead throughout the class.
- Hands-On Learning: Step-by-step guidance through the mead-making process, from selecting ingredients to understanding fermentation.
- Tools & Techniques: Learn to measure sugar levels with a hydrometer, determine alcohol content, and practice sterilization and bottling techniques.
Every student will receive the following supplies to continue brewing at home:
- One-gallon glass carboy
- Airlock Hydrometer with a cylinder and brush
- 3-4 lbs. of raw honey and ingredients for a batch of mead
- Detailed directions and a materials list for bottling your finished mead
This class is perfect for beginners and hobbyists interested in home brewing, wine making, or fermentation. Whether you’re curious about mead or looking to refine your skills, this workshop offers a comprehensive introduction to the craft.
Accessibility Information
We aim to make this class as inclusive as possible. Please reach out if you have mobility concerns or need accommodations.
- Location: The venue is wheelchair accessible, with accessible restrooms.
- Seating and Workspace: Tables and chairs are provided
- Physical Effort:Participants will be standing and moving around, with some light lifting and handling of equipment.
- Visual Guidance: Intructions will be provided verbally and visually.
About the Instructor
Wood Thrush Wilderness is an outdoor guiding and educational business that helps people connect more deeply with themselves and the natural world. As Licensed Recreation Maine Guides, we offer guided canoe expeditions throughout the state of Maine. We also offer classes and training in outdoor education, wilderness medicine, and traditional crafts such as basketry.