Herbal bathing is a cleansing practice utilizing warm water and medicinal herbs. Other natural ingredients and elements including sats, fats and candlelight may also be brought into the practice. Herbal bathing is widely celebrated for its ability to refresh the physical body as well as the spirit.

One of the most simple and effective forms of herbal self care is the practice of drawing an herbal bath. The therapeutic application of water (also known as ‘hydrotherapy’) has been recognized throughout the world for thousands of years. While herbal baths may be enjoyed during any time of year, they can be particularly beneficial for times of physical or emotional depletion, or throughout seasonal or life transitions when rest and recalibration is essential.

During this workshop we will cover the basics of herbal bathing, including a step-by-step process for preparing your own herbal bath at home. We will discuss locally accessible medicinal herbs which may be grown…