In this class Dr. Dave will discuss a few of his favorite herbs that promote a healthy digestive system. We will look at major digestive imbalances, such as constipation, diarrhea, IBS, colitis, parasites and candida. We will identify beneficial herbs and work with Dr. Dave in the preparation of botanical tinctures and tea blends. We will macerate, taste, identity and create different extractions to aid in digestion. The herbal take away will be...

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Dr. Dave will be hosting the Metrolina Native American Society at Wish We Had Acres or McDowell Nature Preserve to discuss native medicinal plants, wildcrafting, and foraging. Saturday,  June 13 @ 3pm Sorry guys this class is closed to Metrolina Native American Society members only.  

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Charlotte Area Know Your Farms TOUR September 2014 WISH WE HAD ACRES – STEELE CREEK RD & SHOPTON RD W Come meet the bearded ladies behind the goat milk soap at Atherton Market. Park in the back pasture and walk through the old pole barn. Feed the goats, count the chickens and pose for a photo op! Take the 20 minute tour of the grounds to identify seasonal medicinal plants. Enjoy herbal teas, farm chow, sample goat cheese while it...

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LAST SEASON IN PHOENIX – WORKSHOPS AND CLASSES           Arizona Highlands Garden Conference 2013 When: Friday and Saturday October 12, 2013 (8am-5pm) Where: 150 N Plaza Circle, Miami, Arizona 85539   Instructors: Dr. Dave Hamilton and Laura Denyes! October 12, 2013 we will be speaking about poultry at the Arizona Highlands Garden Conference in Globe, AZ Check it out the schedule on...

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Preparing for Itchy, Sneezy, Stuffy, Runny, and Puffy Season Ahead With Dr. Dave Hamilton Cost is $20 March 27, 2014 at 6:30pm 1126 Sam Newell Rd Matthews, NC 28105 For some spring is just a dreaded allergy explosion waiting to happen and it is right around the corner. This talk and hands on workshop will give you some working knowledge of several common herbs used to combat and prevent seasonal allergies. Many of these common herbs can be...

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We are hosting our first Charlotte event! Hug a baby goat, shoot an arrow, make some herbal medicine and practice canning and kettle cooking over an open fire. Dr. Dave will demonstrate wild crafting and offer a basic tincture making workshop. Laura will offer a milking demo at the beginning and end of the day and hold an open forum for discussion on basic goat care and considerations before you take one home. We are excited to meet the local...

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