PRACTICAL HOME HERBALISM:
WINTER HERBAL ALLIES COURSE

WORK AT YOUR OWN PACE!   HANDS ON PROJECTS
An introductory-level practical 12 lesson herbal course focusing on herbs for winter wellness! 

• Gain in-depth knowledge on growing & using 12 herbs.
• Solidify your remedy making skills with step-by-step instructions for 12 unique herbal preparation methods.
• Prepare a winter herbal wellness pantry for your home.
• Transfer these herbal skills into all season care.
• Choose to grow or source these 12 plants for your own garden to continue your herbal learning journey!

With 12 lessons we will cover 12 plants that can be locally grown and/or wild-harvested here in zone 3 Manitoba, Canada. 

WINTER HERBAL ALLIES COURSE
12 LESSON OUTLINE :
Introduction, Supplies List, Wild-Harvesting Guidelines
Lesson 1 - Rose  |   Infusions
Lesson 2 - Astragalus  |  Decoctions
Lesson 3 - Elderberry  |   Herbal Syrups
Lesson 4 - Cedar  |  Botanical Facial Steams
Lesson 5 - Thyme  |  Herbal Honeys
Lesson 6 - Yarrow  |  Tinctures
Lesson 7 - Bee Balm (Bergamot)  |  Oxymels
Lesson 8 - Echinacea  |  Glycerites
Lesson 9 - Cayenne  |  Herbal Vinegars
Lesson 10 - Sage  |  Herbal Throat Sprays
Lesson 11 - Reishi  |  Herbal Soups & Broths
Lesson 12 - Marshmallow  |  Pastilles, Electuaries, Marshmallows

WHAT DO YOU GET WITH THIS COURSE?

• 12 DIGITAL DOWNLOADS
• 12 LESSONS + 12 LESSON QUIZZES
• OVER 200 PAGES OF INFORMATION
• VIBRANT LESSONS IN PRINTABLE PDF FORMAT
• 20+ HANDS-ON RECIPES & PROJECTS
• HERB-RELATED JOURNAL PROMPTS IN EACH LESSON
• WEEKLY SUPPORTIVE EMAILS FROM INSTRUCTOR WITH ADDITIONAL INFO plus Q & A opportunity
• RESOURCES FOR SOURCING HERBAL INGREDIENTS, BOOKS, SUPPLIES

Each lesson focuses on one plant PLUS one herbal preparation method.  Each lesson covers:

• individual plant profiles
• nutritional profile
• medicinal actions & preparations
• plant energetics
• herbal folklore
• plant ecology
• plant uses/interactions/cautions
• herbal glossary for new terms in the lesson
• plant-related journal activity
• lesson quiz and answer key
• recipes, food uses, other uses
• starting herb seedlings
• growing & harvesting tips
• detailed instructions for wellness recipes to try at home
• one herbal preparation method per week
• suggestions on where to source ingredients & supplies

Students are encouraged to try out at least a few of these recipes to build a home herbal remedy shelf over the winter months! These remedies are wonderful for winter wellness, but can be used all year round. The herbal methods we will cover are applicable to be used with many other herbs throughout all seasons. We will include instructions for where to source the best quality herbs for these winter projects.

BONUSES:

2026 Winter Herbal Allies Students receive:

• 10% off seeds from Swallowtail Farmstead
• 10% off herb seedlings from Swallowtail Farmstead (May)
  
• 10% off herb seedlings from Awaken Herb Farm (May)
  
• a herbal hands-on day at Swallowtail Farmstead in the spring for local students

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What students are saying about this course:

• "Just wanted to mention the presentation of the first lesson is beautiful and even more detailed than I expected. No doubt you put a lot of time into it’s creation. It’s going to make a beautiful resource. Thank you!"
• "Both my daughter and I LOVED this course. I have been missing Karin's workshops and this was the next best thing. We’ve learned so much and can’t wait for the next one!"
• "You did a beautiful job. I loved knowing these were all tried and true, so I don’t have to experiment and waste resources. It was exactly what I needed. Clean and simple, but also could grow into more complex things with flexibility or comfort level."
• "Just wanted to let you know how much I'm enjoying this course. I made the bee balm oxymel. I just happened to harvest the right amount for this recipe from our little meadow here. Funny how things sometimes work out isn't it?  Thanks so much for this course!"
• "Just wanted to share our excitement - our FIRST wild harvest on a hike today :) wild rosehips!"
• "We’re absolutely loving your course, we’ve made the elderberry syrup, muffins and jellies. We added rose hips to our syrup."
• "I just want to say I made the elderberry syrup yesterday and it’s wonderful, made enough that I could take a jar to my parents to use daily for the antiviral benefits !  I really appreciate how we could then use the elderberries in the muffins ... which I just pulled out of the oven and they are delicious ... love it that we can ‘re-use’ the berries : )"
• "My girls found some swamp rose and identified it as part of the rose family by its thorns and berries!  They were so excited!  We are using your course as part of our homeschooling adventures."
• "Thanks, Karin.  You did a great job with the class! I really enjoyed doing it with my kiddos this week. We had a great walk and made the cookies (plus we made some rosehip/hibiscus tea) so far and look forward to trying more of the recipes this week. Thanks so much for the time you took to source all the ingredients. It was a huge timesaver and made it feel more do-able."
• "Thanks for this amazing learning opportunity!"
• "I’ve been going through the lessons in fits and starts but loved the astragalus chai, stock and cacao recipes – made them a few times this past week."

About the instructor:
Karin Kliewer is a community herbalist, who has been working with herbs for 25+ years. Her teaching approach is practical and personal.  She most enjoys when her classes empower students to build a hands-on relationship with healing plants and bring them into everyday use at home.

Medical Disclaimer: The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only, and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information provided is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Always seek the guidance of your qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition.