Interviews for the 2027 Weekend Herbal Program will begin the 3rd week of November. This class usually fills up by late December. If you are interested, please send in an application, and we can set up a time to talk.
The Weekend Herbal Program is an in-person program comprised of 6 weekends from May through October. Its format and classes are similar to the Community Herbalism Intensive, but condensed. For a description of individual classes, look here. The class enrollment is limited to 24 students. The schedule will be set by January 2027
What You Can Expect to Learn
This program is designed to give students a comprehensive, hands-on, practical study of herbal medicine. Classes are divided between classroom teaching and time outdoors identifying, gathering, and preparing plants. The goal of the program is for students to have a well-rounded overview of herbalism and plants and a solid foundation of clinical herbalism.
Please Note: All field trips are to local Ithaca habitats. There are no extended field trips in the Weekend Herbal Program.
Daily Schedule
Friday 6:00-9:00 pm
Saturday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Sunday 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Monthly Dates: The dates will be filled in by January 2027.
A $500 non-refundable deposit is due upon acceptance. The rest of the tuition is due by April 8, 2027.
Please make out a check or money order payable to 7Song. Or Venmo @Sevensong7Song
Send to 7Song P.O. Box 6626 Ithaca, NY 14851
Additional Costs: Other costs may include weekend housing, tools, books, alcohol (for medicine making), and herb supplies. A more complete list of expenses will be sent upon acceptance. The handout section includes a book list and an equipment list. Please note that while these lists are extensive, only 4 books and approximately 3 tools are required.
Certificate: A handsome certificate is given to students who successfully finish the program. This entails completing all assignments and missing no more than 1 weekend throughout the program.
Location: Classes will be held at the school, about 8 miles from downtown Ithaca, NY. Directions will be sent upon acceptance.
Housing: Students find their own housing, though Ithaca offers many options, including bed-and-breakfasts, motels, camping, and other sleeping arrangements. You will probably need to make reservations for some of these. Often, out-of-town students stay with local program participants.
Applications and Questions: If you have any questions about this program, please call (between 9:00 and 5:00 Eastern time) or email me. Here is the application form.
