During each class, we investigate 5 herbs of the Western Herbal Tradition. Classes cover names, parts of plants used, “taste,” “energetics,” location and gathering time, constituents, medicinal uses (Chinese, Western, Indigenous traditions), cautions and contraindications, preparations, dosages for tea and extract, other useful information. Students can sample medicines (when available) as extracts and/or teas to gain first-hand experience of the plants’ “energetics.” Participants also receive a one-ounce bottle of their choice of one of the herbs discussed that evening ($10-$15 retail value).