Dandelion Botanical Company Class Information

Dandelion Botanical Company Class Schedule

Dandelion Botanical Company Storefront and classroom is now located in Sequim, Washington

Classes at Dandelion Botanical Co. Sequim Winter/Spring 2024

Class #	312
Class Title	A New Way to Meditate: Embodied Movement
Instructor	Zorina Wolf
Details	I invite you to discover a new way to meditate: embodied movement! Rhythm Meditations give you an opportunity to literally step into rhythm-- feeling the events and intervals of a rhythmic pattern with your voice, feet, and hands-- and a clicker and shaker!. In this nonlinear process we learn at our own pace, and on our own edge.What is most important is the opportunity to lose rhythm and find it again, thereby building a sense of trust in individuals. No previous experience needed-- Bring your curiosity, and your rhythmic intelligence. Discover a new way to learn, an opportunity to ALLOW rhythm to arrive in you. Instructor Bio: Zorina Wolf began drumming in 1989 with Baba Olatunji and remained with him for 14 years until his death. She knew instinctively that drumming and rhythm was the path to healing, leadership, wholeness, and creativity. Zorina studied with other drum teachers, and studied in Ghana on three separate occasions. From 1996-2008 Zorina immersed herself in the TaKeTiNa rhythm method with founder Reinhard Flatischler. Through her studies with both Reinhard and Baba, she has formed her own work- Whole Person Drumming , and Rhythm Meditations. She published her first book and DVD in 2016 and is currently working on her second book embodying rhythm. She continues to teach intensives, workshops, and weekly classes in her studio in Sequim, WA and anywhere else she is invited!
Dates	Saturday, May 10th
Times	3-4:30
Fee	$10 - $25 sliding scale - No one is turned away for lack of funds. Pay at class
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To Enroll	Call Dandelion Botanical Co. @ 206 545 8892 to register - Registration is required as there is limited space

Class #	212
Class Title	Seaweeds in the Herbal Kitchen
Instructor	Kristy Bredin
Details	Designed for herbal enthusiasts, this hands-on class invites you to play with seaweeds in the herbal kitchen. Explore how to integrate seaweeds into creative recipes or health-promoting herbal concoctions, and learn how to infuse your home kitchen or apothecary with their distinctive flavors and healing properties. In this class, you’ll: Discover effective techniques for extracting seaweeds’ diverse health-supporting phytochemicals. Explore how to integrate seaweeds as medicinal foods to enhance health and well-being. Get inspired by creative concepts for crafting seaweed-based dishes in your herbal kitchen. Discover how to combine seaweeds with herbs to create powerful, healing blends. Dive into external applications of seaweeds for skin, hair, and body wellness. Taste and explore the bold flavors of seaweed bitters formulas and learn how they can enhance your beverages and meals. By the end of class, you’ll come away with: A foundational understanding of how to use seaweeds for nutritive, topical, and medicinal purposes. Practical experience in formulating seaweed and herb blends. Fresh and creative ideas for playing with seaweeds in the herbal kitchen. Whether you’re a seasoned herbalist or a curious beginner, this class will inspire you to bring the ancient wisdom of the sea into your everyday life! And the best part? You’ll leave with your very own seaweed and herb blend that we will craft together in class—whether it's a soothing tea or a zesty condiment, you’ll be taking home a little bit of ocean magic!
Dates	Saturday May 3rd
Times	11am - 1pm
Fee	$35
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To Enroll	Register at www.mermaid-botanicals.com/classes

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Class Title	Seaweed Field Excursion
Instructor	Kristy Bredin
Details	This May 1 Field Excursion will be the best class opportunity in 2025 for harvesting seaweeds during class. (Drying seaweeds at home requires some set up. See Seaweed Drying Instructions for more information.) The Seaweed Field Excursion is a unique, hands-on learning experience designed to immerse you in the fascinating world of macroalgae. Together, we’ll explore seaweeds’ vital role in human health and the amazing ways they’ve evolved to survive and thrive in one of the most challenging environments on the planet. This 3-hour Excursion will give you the chance to directly engage with our local seaweeds and marine ecosystem, gaining the skills to identify, sustainably harvest, and incorporate seaweeds into your daily life—whether for food, garden, or creative projects. During this Excursion, you'll discover the biodiversity of the intertidal zone, where seaweeds have developed unique adaptations to flourish. Through guided, hands-on learning, you’ll cultivate a deeper understanding of how seaweeds interact with their environment and how they’ve evolved to survive in these highly variable intertidal conditions. Seaweeds are not just fascinating organisms—they are incredible, nutrient-dense food sources and rich in bioactive compounds. Seaweeds offer us an exceptional range of flavors and health benefits. From supporting thyroid function and gut health to nourishing the skin in topical applications, seaweeds have long been revered for their wellness-promoting properties. During the Excursion, we’ll explore how seaweeds can support your health and how to integrate them into your daily diet. Our interactive learning journey will be packed with information, demos, and practical experiences: Seaweed identification: Learn to identify edible seaweeds in the field. Harvest Timing and Conditions : Discover the best tides, seasons, and location criteria for harvesting seaweeds. Sustainable Harvesting: Learn how to sustainably harvest, dry, and store seaweeds. Seaweed Spa: Explore how seaweeds are used topically in rejuvenating treatments and wellness practices. Nutrition & Health: Learn about seaweeds’ exceptional nutritional and health supportive benefits. Pollution Awareness & Seaweed Health: Learn how to evaluate pollution risks and make informed decisions about collecting and consuming seaweeds based on local conditions, contaminant bioavailability, and your individual health picture. Kelp Pickle Demo: Get hands-on in making a batch of delicious kelp pickles to take home and enjoy. Seaweed Art Activity: Create unique art inspired by the marine environment. Seaweed Harvesting: Option to harvest and take home a selection of seaweeds to use in your own culinary or wellness practices, depending seaweed conditions and water quality. Drying seaweeds at home requires some set up. See Seaweed Drying Instructions for more information. Mermaid Botanicals T-shirt Raffle: One lucky class participant will win a unique Bullwhip Kelp-themed t-shirt from Mermaid Botanicals! By the end of the Excursion, you’ll feel inspired to incorporate seaweeds into your food, wellness practices, personal care routines, and more. You’ll leave with the basic tools you need to continue your macroalgal explorations—to identify, harvest, and enjoy seaweeds in your everyday life. Most importantly, you’ll develop a deeper sense of connection with our local marine ecosystems, our evolutionary ancestors, and the worldwide ocean community through the seaweeds we meet in our own backyard.
Dates	Thursday, May 1
Times	11:30 AM 2:30 PM
Fee	$70
notes	Refund Policy: No refunds on cancellations after April 26, 2025. Use the promo code DANDELIONBOTANICALS<3 at checkout for $5 off registration.
To Enroll	Register at www.mermaid-botanicals.com/classes

Class #	601
Class Title	Herbal Respiratory System Support
Instructor	Drea Moore
Details	Your sinuses, your lungs and your throat love the supportive nourishment of natural remedies. Come to this class and learn a bunch of herbs and strategies to support your respiratory system throughout the seasons. All attendees will take home a useful handout.
Dates	Friday May 2
Times	4-5:30pm
Fee	$25
notes	You will NOT be charged for shipping or taxes, but to avoid those charges showing on your receipt, at checkout please select "International" for shipping zone, and do not select "Washington" as your state. That will fool the shopping cart into leaving those fields blank - but don't worry if you forget, we still won't charge you :)
To Enroll	Herbal Respiratory System Support: Input number of students:

Class #	602
Class Title	Herbal Digestive System Support
Instructor	Drea Moore
Details	From end-to-end, herbs can help! Supporting the digestive system with herbs is cheap, fun and easy. Come to this class and learn a bunch of herbs and strategies for supporting your digestive system in a host of different ways. All attendees will take home a useful handout.
Dates	Friday May 30
Times	4-5:30pm
Fee	$25
notes	You will NOT be charged for shipping or taxes, but to avoid those charges showing on your receipt, at checkout please select "International" for shipping zone, and do not select "Washington" as your state. That will fool the shopping cart into leaving those fields blank - but don't worry if you forget, we still won't charge you :)
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Class #	603
Class Title	Herbal Nervous System Support
Instructor	Drea Moore
Details	When the going gets tough, turn to herbs for support. Nourish your nervous system and regain yourself with herbs for regulation and stability. Come to this class and learn how to lean into herbs for help with nervous system ailments. All attendees will take home a useful handout.
Dates	Friday June 6
Times	4-5:30pm
Fee	$25
notes	You will NOT be charged for shipping or taxes, but to avoid those charges showing on your receipt, at checkout please select "International" for shipping zone, and do not select "Washington" as your state. That will fool the shopping cart into leaving those fields blank - but don't worry if you forget, we still won't charge you :)
To Enroll	Herbal Nervous System Support: Input number of students:

Class #	796
Class Title	Mindfulness Meditation
Instructor	Angelika Nugent
Details	Mindfulness mediation is a form of mind training, a technique used in some religions but It is not a religious activity. It's a technique that can be learned. It's used to reduce stress understand ours and others emotions better cope better with difficult thoughts Increase patience boost attention and concentration improve relationship with self and other Improve mental flexibility and strength Increase intuitive awareness Working with the mind is like cultivating a garden. A garden flourishes when certain conditions are present. Mindfulness practice consists of 2 parts: 1. Formal practice 2. Your daily life, off the cushion Like a garden, we need to spent time weeding, watering and nourishing on a regular basis. My name is Angelika Nugent. I have been a practitioner of meditation for 30 + years. While meditation is not a spiritual practice, it has been used in mind training in the Tibetan Tradition, which I have been formally taught and have practiced for the past 25 years. Being a midwife by profession, I have taught mindfulness as a technique to be used for birth and parenting with great success. As a response to the increasingly stressful times we live in, I would like to offer my time and experience to my community. Kachi, being a bridge builder at Dandelion has suggested it many times and would very much like to invite you all to come learn what I can confidently share with you about mindfulness meditation and mind training. Let's support one another in the striving for a healthier, happier future by reducing suffering And meeting our potential for happiness and health. This group is open to beginners and comfortable practitioners.
Dates	Friday mornings beginning in March
Times	9-11 AM
Fee	Suggested donation $5.00-10.00
notes	This group is open to beginners and comfortable practitioners. Please note: Come with beginners mind, Which is a mind with many possibilities. Versus masters mind, which only has a few. Come in comfortable clothing: not to warm, to cold or to tight. If you have a yoga mat, bring it. If you have a shawl or blanket bring it. Ask Kachi, if you have questions or write me an e mail.
To Enroll	Just show up!

Class #	720
Class Title	Map Book Making
Instructor	Lisa Gilbert
Details	This two-part class consists of first making paper using common household items and then making a book with maps as inside pages and stitching the sections together using a long stitch over tapes. During the first class, we’ll make paper pulp and “pull” sheets of paper that will look like the photo above when dried, ironed, and folded. Also, we will prepare the inside map pages by learning to tear paper and prepare it for stitching. This will include a discussion about paper grain, folding, punching and pressing. During the second class, we’ll discuss types of thread, needles and tapes, then we’ll make colorful tapes, and assemble and complete the Map Book. All tools (to borrow) and materials (to keep) are included in the materials fee, however, if you have favorite maps you’d like to include in your creation, feel free to bring them! Classes can be taken individually, however, if you want to make the book shown above, both classes are necessary. Skills obtained can be translated into an unlimited number of artistic and marketable creations Artist Statement: At a very young age, I was making books - writing and illustrating stories - and even teaching neighborhood friends how to create art pieces. After graduating from the Colorado Institute of Art, my first career was illustrating for various retail establishments and agencies in Denver, teaching at a community college, and working at the Rocky Mountain News as an editorial illustrator. Around 2008, well into my second career, I took a five-day book arts class in Asheville, NC, and I was hooked. Since then, I’ve taken dozens of book arts classes around the world (including print making, paper making and other related courses), taught many classes, and sold my work in galleries and shows in multiple states. My work is eclectic and explores many themes including nature, color, words, ideas and functionality. My book art pieces (and 3-D structures) might consist of items collected from around the world such as paper, newspaper, sheets of music, maps, recycled papers, book board, book cloth, fabric, ceramics, glass, wood, buttons, beads, rocks or collections of items like canvases or prints. Creating book art pieces is magical in that each person interprets a project in a new and unique way. I find great joy in teaching others what I’ve learned so anyone can explore the unlimited possibilities of book arts.
Dates	Saturday, April 19 and April 26, 2025
Times	1pm-4pm
Fee	$30 plus $10 for materials
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To Enroll	Map Book 1: Input number of students:
To Enroll	Map Book 2: Input number of students:

Instructors:

Drew Ryan is an avid forager, mushroom cultivator, educator, an ethically informed applied mycologist and small business owner. Harmonic Hyphae is an up and coming small business that is dedicated to bridging the gap between human and fungal realms; all while listening to the power of nature. He is ultimately a lifelong student of nature, an artist, musician, and all around creative who is inspired by the natural world around us.

Michael “Skeeter” Pilarski has worked with hundreds of medicinal plants on spiritual and physical levels. He has farmed organically since 1972 and been a professional wildcrafter of medicinal plants since 1997. He has been working with fairies since 1977 and is the founder of the Fairy & Human Relations Congress. Gaiancongress.org and Friendsofthetreesbotanicals.com

Lauren Morgan lives, loves and dreams on the Olympic Peninsula of Washington, where the wild and her plants inform and shape her life and being. Lauren has a degree in Herbal Sciences from Bastyr University, though the true depth of her knowledge comes from a decade plus of serving folks,and working with and learning from the plants directly. She is passionate about sharing the blessings of herbal medicine knowledge with others

Vickie Dodd has been a practitioner and pioneer of Sound as a Bodywork for over five decades. She started using voice with massage clients in the 1970’s and observed that Sound changed the tissue, rearranged the posture and released held emotional undigested material. She has taught and practiced Sound as a Bodywork globally since the early days of her career.

Nancy Welliver has been studying and using natural healing methods since the 1970’s and has been a practicing naturopathic physician and teacher since 1992. In her practice she focuses on the use of herbs, homeopathy, hydrotherapy, and heart. She loves making things more accessible and practical and less complicated and esoteric.

Nandi Duszynski strives for zero waste in her designs for home and body using fabric diverted from landfills & certified organic fabrics. Nandi teaches sewing workshops that help you make your clothing last longer with visible mending. You can find Nandi’s work and shop her designs at www.blissjoybull.com

Drea Moore is a Clinical Herbalist,lives in downtown Port Angeles and teaches herbalism online and in-person on the West coast. Community Herbalist and wellness educator, Drea Moore, is known as the “sober herbalist” and teaches every aspect of herbalism from medicine making, wild harvesting, kitchen witchery to herb growing. Her formal training in herbalism took place at the oldest herb school in the country, the California School of Herbal Studies, where she is also a guest teacher. Drea regularly teaches her non-alcoholic brand of sober herbalism at conferences and gatherings up and down the West Coast. She is also core faculty at the global online herb school, The Land of Verse. You can find out more about her various endeavors on the website soberherbalist.com and @soberherbalist on Instagram.

Diane Fabian has studied and practiced mindfulness since 1999. She has a gift for empowering others to find ease, peace, and honor the self. She is an acupuncturist in Sequim, WA. Hobbies include meditation, rocks & minerals, and singing.
phone: 360-339-4050 email: info at sequimacupuncture dot com

Sabrina Peraza Sabrina is an accomplished herbalist, medicine maker, grower and forager specializing in bio-regional herbal medicine of the Pacific Northwest. She is the owner and operator of Flora Farm, providing unique curations of seasonal herbal medicine, medicinal plant starts and experiential education opportunities in Port Angeles, WA. Sabrina integrates traditional western and folk herbal medicine ideologies with plant spirit and somatic practices for a comprehensive approach to learning and utilizing the medicine of our unique region on the Olympic Peninsula.

Dove Shepard Dove is a wildcrafter, herb gardener, and wellness advocate sowing seeds of connection through community-building projects in the Pacific Northwest. Her love for plants and plant medicine grew out of a desire to connect deeper with the traditional practices of her ancestry, a journey that deepened at the start of the 2020 pandemic. While the pandemic brought hardship and unspeakable grief to many and painful truths to the fore across the globe during the Black Lives Matter protests, it also gave Dove numerous opportunities to dive into her passion by making herbal classes more accessible through online remote learning and scholarship reparations. Since then she has found her “true love gifts” in sharing plant knowledge with the wider community. Plant Journeys is an offering of gratitude to the Ancestors and an imperative to aid humanity in healing its relationship with Nature and our home, Planet Earth. You can learn more about Dove’s journey and her community offerings at www.arasaherbals.com and on Instagram at @doveshepard.

Kristy Bredin Kristy Bredin began her journey as an herbalist in 2009, when she began a two-year apprenticeship with herbalist Robin Rose Bennett in New York. Over the years she has studied clinical herbalism with Chanchal Cabrera, Paul Bergner, Matthew Wood, and Margi Flint. For the last decade she has worked with Ryan Drum, wildcrafting medicinal herbs and cultivating an in-depth knowledge of traditional Western herbalism and local plants and seaweeds. Since 2013 she has been sharing plant remedies of the Pacific Northwest through Mermaid Botanicals. Mermaid Botanicals now encompasses Ryan Drum’s Island Herbs since he retired from wildcrafting in 2019.
Kristy is passionate about exploring the natural world and working with wild plants in ancient and creative ways. She supports folks in re-engaging and integrating with their natural environment through wild plant medicine work. To this end, Kristy offers a variety of classes in the field and online. In 2017 she founded an Herbal Medicine Apprenticeship Program: an immersive exploration of wild foods, seaweeds, and plant medicines of the San Juan Islands. She currently offers classes locally and internationally on seaweeds, wild plants, and healing with herbs.

Marion Dumont was born in Verdun, in the Alsace-Lorraine region of France, and holds a Ph.D. in Philosophy and Religion with a specialty in Women’s Spirituality from the California Institute of Integral Studies. As a registered nurse, mother, and grandmother, the focus of her work over the years has been women’s health and well-being. Today, this focus has shifted from the physical care of others toward the spiritual, with an emphasis on women’s mysteries, sacred arts and healing.

M. Kachi Cassinelli is an herbalist, botanist and the founder/owner of Dandelion Botanical Co. Dandelion is a natural apothecary that has been hosting classes and educating about herbs for the last 25 years. The name Dandelion was chosen all those years ago because I find so much joy in knowing how to work with and play with the plants. I’ve studied at the California School of Herbal Studies, Earthwalk Northwest and many courses in between with a BS in botany from the University of Washington. The Pacific Northwest hosts many plants that are super useful and significant to the health of the ecosystem and its inhabitants. When I first moved to this region over 30 years ago, I felt confused by the density of plants and found it essential to learn about our iconic Northwest species to be able to access the beauty of the region. Now this region is my heart’s home.

Disclaimer: We are not doctors the subjects we present here and in class are for information only and not a substitute for care from a qualified practitioner.

Class Location: Dandelion Botanical Company Classroom at 4681 Sequim Dungeness Way Sequim WA 98382.
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Please note: Class dates and times are subject to change due to classroom/instructor availability, natural disasters, my confusion and other such things beyond our control.

For information on offering classes, seminars, workshops etc. in this space please contact us (see link above). Our general guidelines are that the class fit in with with our health-oriented views, that you can demonstrate knowledge in the subject, and the usual caveats about legality and ethics :)

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