The Weekend Herbal Program
The weekend program is comprised of 6 weekends from May through November. There is no class in the month of September. Its format and classes are similar to those of the regular program, though condensed. For a description of individual classes look here. The first weekend begins May 14. Class enrollment is limited to 18 students.
Schedule
Friday 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Saturday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Dates for 2010
For more details, click here for the Weekend syllabus
- May 14-16
- June 18-20
- July-16-18
- August 20-22
- September-No Classes
- October 15-17
- November 5-7
Tuition $875 A $300 nonrefundable deposit is due upon acceptance. The rest of the tuition is due by May 3.
Other costs include housing, tools, books, alcohol (for medicine making), and herb supplies. A more complete list of total expenses will be sent upon acceptance. There is a book list and an equipment list under the handout section. Please note these lists are extensive but only 4 books and approximately 5 tools are required.
2008 Weekend Program keying out plants in Autumn
Certificate: A handsome certificate is given to students who successfully finish the program. This means completing all assignments and missing no more than 1 weekend throughout the program.
Location -Classes will be held at 7Song's home near Ithaca, NY. Directions will be sent upon acceptance.
Housing -Students furnish their own housing though Ithaca is replete with bed and breakfasts, motels, camping and other sleeping options. You will probably need to make reservations for some of these. Often out-of-town students can stay with local program participants.
Applications and Questions -If you have any questions about this program, please call (between 9:00 am and 6:00 pm eastern time) or email me. Application can be downloaded from here.
