BotanicWise was founded by Charis Lindrooth with the intention of providing a forum where plant wisdom can be shared and where like-minded people can connect and build a community to steward land, medicinal plants, and supportive relationships with each other. Inspired by the work of Rosemary Gladstar, David Winston, United Plant Savers, and many internationally acclaimed teachers and organizations in the herbal renaissance, BotanicWise strives to create space for land and plant stewardship, with an inner mission to cultivate alliances between plants and people, and between people and people. We are grateful for all who participate in this expanding green movement that invites perspective on the transformation of modern health and health care in this country.
Make your own Pine Honey!
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Hello Reader, Spending time in the woods with White Pine, sharing our gratitude and gathering the needles, is one way to connect with the forest, creating and nurturing a relationship with these wise, wild elders. The food and medicines we prepare from the woodlands hold the resonance of all that is held there. Kate Gilday shares her recipe for pine-infused honey, one of her favorite treats! Pine Needle Honey by Kate GildayThis sweet treat from the forest has become one of my favorite homemade gifts to share for any holiday, celebration, or birthday! The pine infuses the honey with the rich flavor of the woods. Medicinally, this honey can ease a sore throat or cough, or enjoy it as a daily treat. Ingredients:
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This sweet gift shares our woodland experience with others, and invites them into the magic of the forest. Gifts from the forest! Thank you, dear Pines! Learn more about the medicine of the forest in our upcoming series… Gathering Forest Medicine: A Journey Through Northeast Woodlands with Kate GildayYours in Health, Charis Lindrooth BotanicWise |
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BotanicWise was founded by Charis Lindrooth with the intention of providing a forum where plant wisdom can be shared and where like-minded people can connect and build a community to steward land, medicinal plants, and supportive relationships with each other. Inspired by the work of Rosemary Gladstar, David Winston, United Plant Savers, and many internationally acclaimed teachers and organizations in the herbal renaissance, BotanicWise strives to create space for land and plant stewardship, with an inner mission to cultivate alliances between plants and people, and between people and people. We are grateful for all who participate in this expanding green movement that invites perspective on the transformation of modern health and health care in this country.
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