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The In-Person Free Herbalism Project is back and is coming to a new city this August!

Join us in the greater Seattle area for a FREE day of herbal classes and community connection.

 

Event Details
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time: 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Location: Bastyr University, 14500 Juanita Dr NE, Kenmore, WA 98028

*This event will not be live-streamed, but we may share snippets from the event in the coming months.

Schedule

RSVP Check-In: 9:30-10:30
Walk-In Registration: 10:30-11:00
Class Session 1: 11:00-12:30
Lunch/Flex Time 12:30-2:00
Class Session 2: 2:00-3:30

* Food will be available for purchase from several local food trucks.



Classes & Presenters

Rasayana & Resilience – Ayurvedic Care for a Healing World (Anjali Deva)
Herbal Energetics in the Garden (Nicole Telkes)
The Anatomy of an Herbal Formula (Sajah Popham)
Adrenal Fatigue to Adrenal Health (Suzanne Tabert)

**All 4 classes will be happening at the same time, but all classes will be presented twice. Once during the morning session and once during the afternoon session.  Class descriptions can be found below.


Important Information - Please Read Before Registering.

  1. We are in a new venue this year, and there is limited capacity. We ask that you only register if you are committed to attending. Our goal is to ensure that all seats are filled so that these incredible teachings can reach those who will benefit from them.

  2. Doors open at 9:30 am, and we will check in all reserved guests until 10:30. If registered guests are not at check-in by 10:30, they will be considered walk-ins. RSVP guests will also have a special pass that will give them priority to the classes. If a class is full, those with walk-in passes will be asked to choose another class.

  3. If the event does wind up reaching maximum capacity, there is still lots to explore at Bastyr University. You can also enjoy some of the other activities like the Open Lab Hour, Featured Video Screenings, and a campus stroll. We just may not be able to accommodate you in the classrooms.

  4. Each guest must be registered separately with their own name to ensure a smooth check-in process. Duplicate submissions with the same name and email address will be combined into one registration. This includes children old enough to need their own seat in a classroom. Please note that there are no planned activities for children, and we will not be able to offer childcare services.

  5. We understand that sometimes life happens. If you find out that you can no longer attend, we kindly ask that fill out this form to let us know so we can offer your seat to someone else wanting to attend.

Register Through the Form Below

 






FEATURED PRESENTERS 

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Anjali Deva

Class Description

Rasayana & Resilience – Ayurvedic Care for a Healing World Overview: In a time of trauma and collective fatigue, Ayurveda offers a path to healing from within. Rasayana—Ayurveda's ancient science of rejuvenation—provides powerful practices to restore vitality, elevate immunity, and nourish the nervous system. This journey explores the enchanting benefits of Rasayana herbs, such as Guduchi, Brahmi, and Shatavari, alongside seasonal rituals and ojas-building practices that enhance our well-being.
 
In this class, you will learn:

● What is Rasayana? Ancient rejuvenation for modern burnout
● How trauma depletes ojas (vital immunity)
● Nourishment before cleansing: foods, herbs, and rhythms
● Practical recipes + lifestyle tips for everyday resilience 
 

About Anjali

Anjali Deva is an Ayurvedic practitioner currently residing in the mountains of Southern California. Her private practice, Rooted Rasa, specializes in an integrative and trauma-informed approach to Ayurveda. Anjali founded Mādhya Way, a school for Ayurveda in 2020 to provide education in trauma-informed care. She is the co-author of From Stressed Out to Stress Wise, published in July 2023. She is dedicated to sharing the Wisdom of Ayurveda for the benefit of all living beings.

 

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Sajah Popham

 

Class Description

The Anatomy of an Herbal Formula: Formulation is where herbalism becomes real, where the entirety of the client intake, evaluation and assessment comes to fruition with a tangible remedy that will heal them. It is also one area of herbalism where we as herbalists can unite our knowledge and creativity. 
 
But many herbalists lack a strategic approach to formulation. Oftentimes plants are thrown willy-nilly together, combining all the herbs “good for” a certain condition, a shotgun approach, with the kitchen sink thrown in for good measure. These haphazard “formulas” often lack clarity, focus, and direction. Ultimately, they’re less likely to work. 
 
This class will cover the fundamentals of strategic formulation principles for the holistic herbalist, with a goal to craft a custom designed remedy to address the whole person, not just the disease. We’ll focus on the primary functions of a formula, the various components it should contain, how to think through the primary properties, actions, and energetics needed. The concepts of synergy, sympathy, antipathy, and organ appropriation will also be covered, along with the practice of modular formulation for the busy practitioner. You will leave the class with a more balanced and well-thought out approach to crafting custom herbal formulas.

About Sajah

Sajah Popham is the author of Evolutionary Herbalism, Natura Sophia Spagyrics, and the founder of the School of Evolutionary Herbalism. He trains herbalists in a holistic system of plant medicine that encompasses clinical Western herbalism, medical astrology, Ayurveda, and spagyric alchemy.

His comprehensive approach focuses on balancing the science and spirituality of plant medicine to heal the body, clarify the mind, open the heart, and support the development of the soul. This is achieved through working with the chemical, energetic, and spiritual properties of the plants. His teachings embody a heartfelt respect, honor and reverence for the vast intelligence of plants in a way that empowers us to look deeper into the nature of our medicines and ourselves.

He lives on a homestead in the foothills of Mt. Baker Washington with his wife and children where he teaches, consults clients, and prepares spagyric herbal medicines.

 

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Suzanne Tabert

Class Description

Adrenal Fatigue to Adrenal Health explores the intricate role of the adrenal glands in maintaining overall health and how imbalances can lead to adrenal fatigue. In this presentation, we will cover the anatomy and physiology of the adrenal glands, delve into the causes and symptoms of adrenal fatigue, and discuss lifestyle choices that can support adrenal recovery. Attendees will also gain insight into the role of herbal adjuncts in restoring adrenal health and practical ways to incorporate these natural remedies into daily routines. This session aims to empower individuals with knowledge and tools to enhance their well-being by nurturing their adrenal glands.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the anatomy and physiology of the adrenal glands and their role in the body.
  • Define adrenal fatigue and identify the symptoms that may indicate its presence.
  • Explore the key factors and lifestyle habits that contribute to adrenal fatigue.
  • Learn effective lifestyle changes to support the healing and restoration of adrenal health.
  • Discover herbal remedies and how to use them as adjuncts to aid in adrenal recovery and overall health.

About Suzanne

With 39 years of teaching experience, Suzanne M. Tabert is a highly respected bioregional herbalist, educator, speaker, and author, truly dedicated to teaching sustainable herbal medicine practices. As the Director of Herbal Education at the Cedar Mountain Herb School, Suzanne has trained thousands of students in wildcrafting, phytochemistry, botanical medicine making, and holistic wellness.

In addition to running her popular in-person and online courses, Suzanne also serves as an adjunct professor at Bastyr University, where she teaches botanical medicine, wildcrafting ethics, and herbal preparation methods. She's a seasoned public speaker, having presented at major conferences including the International Herb Symposium, the Pacific Northwest Herb Symposium, and the National Ladies Homestead Gathering. You might also have caught her presenting at the National University of Natural Medicine, or through her four-part series "Herbs, Hacks and Healing" with the American Herbalists Guild.

A prolific writer, Suzanne has authored numerous articles for publications such as Mountain Rose Herbs Blog, United Plant Savers, Willow and Sage Magazine, and Christian Herbal Magazine. She's also the author of two insightful books: Quest for Calm ~ Using Herbs and Lifestyle Changes to Create Resilient Health and Wild & Beautiful ~ An Herbal Encyclopedia for Naturally Healthy Skin.

 

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Nicole Telkes

 

Class Description

Herbal Energetics in the Garden: Join Nicole for a stroll through the beautiful Bastyr Gardens, exploring the magic of herbal energetics in the summertime. Discover how certain flavors can reveal the healing actions of herbs—especially those that help balance the body during warm, dry weather. Along the way, we'll cover tips for harvesting, drying, and preserving your herbs, plus get some ideas for your own creations with some of Nicole’s favorite summer remedies. Get ready to use all 6 senses as we smell, and taste our way through the gardens!

About Nicole

Nicole Telkes, RH (AHG), is an award-winning clinical herbalist, author, and educator with extensive experience in botanical medicine, plant conservation, and community health efforts. With a strong foundation in botanical studies and grassroots activism, she has been instrumental in the creation of direct action and disaster response herbal first-aid clinics and promoting sustainability and plant conservation in practice.
 
Nicole is the author of Medicinal Plants of Texas and Herbcraft: The Complete Guide to 21st Century Holistic Western Herbalism. She created and maintains a United Plant Savers Botanical Sanctuary and Apiary, and currently oversees the gardens at Bastyr University. In addition, she sits on the Board of Directors for the Southwest School of Botanical Medicine.

As the founder and lead instructor of the Wildflower School of Botanical Medicine, established in 2003, Nicole has trained countless students in the art and science of herbalism. She is also widely recognized for her leadership in the Fire Cider movement, known as one of the “Fire Cider 3,” advocating for the protection of traditional herbal formulas.

 

What is the Free Herbalism Project? 

The Free Herbalism Project is an interactive community event with lectures from expert herbalists—free of charge! Our goal is to create an educational experience for those who wish to delve further into the world of herbalism, wild foods, and natural living. It is one of the ways in which Mountain Rose Herbs hopes to give back to herbalists and our local community. 

 

 

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