Flower Essence Society
Aromas and Flowers: Rousing the Senses and Renewing the Soul with Patricia Kaminski and Kathi Keville Thursday evening, July 31 through Sunday afternoon, August 3, 2014
Please join us for a special seminar devoted to the amazing beauty and healing potential of flower essence therapy and aromatherapy. Our time together will be a splendid weaving of head, heart and hands as we expand our consciousness for plants and essences, experience them with our senses and open our hearts to their healing gifts. The back-drop for our study will be the beautiful Terra Flora gardens, resplendent in its high summer exaltation of flowers and aromas.
Highlights of the Aromas and Flowers Seminar • • • • • • • • •
Aromatherapy and Flower Essence Therapy: Healing Distinctions & Synergies Practical Overview: Fundamental essential oils for your healing practice and home health care Flower affinities: Key flower essences and their essential oil companions The Gateway of the Garden: Up close and personal with aromatic plants in the Terra Flora Gardens Seasons of the Soul Flower Oils and Flourish Flower Formulas: Insights into their synergistic qualities and healing protocols Blending Basics: The fundamentals of formulating and creating your own personal blend Hands On: Basic massage and topical application techniques using essential oils and flower essences The Essence of Alchemy: Preparing and processing our own essential oil from the Terra Flora Gardens Flower-Full and Power-Full: Making our own flower herbal oil
Instructors Patricia Kaminski is the executive director of the Flower Essence Society. Her research, writing and teaching spans nearly four decades and includes presentations around the world as well as throughout the United States. Patricia is also a master gardener and landscaper, designing and developing the Terra Flora Demeter-Certified Biodynamic® Gardens. She has formulated the world-renowned Seasons Patricia Kaminski of the Soul (SOS) herbal flower oil line and the Flourish Flower Formulas, featuring the artful integration of flower essences and essential oils. Her personal practice emphasizes archetypal healing of body and soul with master blends of flower essences and aroma oils.
Kathi Keville has been teaching and writing about herbal medicine, aromatherapy, flower essences, herb gardening, wild foods, and ethnobotany for over 40 years. Her 15 books—published in nine countries and translated into eight languages— include Aromatherapy: The Complete Guide to the Healing Art and Women’s Herbs, Women’s Health. Her Green Medicine Herb School in Nevada City offers programs year-round, plus wild herb walks and tours of her 400-species herb garden. She is a founding member of United Plant Savers, helped found the American Herbalist Guild, was awarded honorary membership to the National Association of Holistic Aromatherapy and the American Aromatherapy Association, and is an aromatherapy product consultant. Kathi Keville
A delightful feature of the class will be to distill our own essential oil from one of the Terra Flora plants, utilizing the gorgeous Copper Alembic distiller.
“I was in awe of the beauty of the grounds, and feel such deep respect for the dedication and integrity you have put into this sacred work.” — Christina Kennedy, massage therapist, Sonoma, CA
“The flowers have been a constant companion—on a physical, emotional, and soulful level since I was at Terra Flora.” — Stephanie Gailing, astrologer and nutritionist, Seattle, WA “Your devotion and the sanctuary you have created to facilitate your work is truly an anchoring of Heaven on Earth. It has deepened my love and respect for you beyond words.” — Shinah B’nai, practitioner, Mount Dora, FL
Solarizing the Calendula Caress Herbal Flower Oil
We will explore the healing signatures of the SOS Herbal Flower Oils; how to apply them; and make our own marvelous blend.
Registration Enrollment for the course is limited and early registration is advised. Once you are accepted into the course, please make your own travel and accommodation arrangements (see below). Please contact the Flower Essence Society class registrar Jann Garitty (classes@flowersociety.org) with any questions about course content, schedule, the certification program, or any other policies. The questionnaire included with the registration form is absolutely essential; without the completed questionnaire, your application will not be processed. The online registration forms are found at: https://flowersociety.wufoo.com/forms/aromas-and-flowers-credit-card/ (payment by credit card) and https://flowersociety.wufoo.com/forms/aromas-and-flowers-check-or-wire/ (payment by check or wire transfer).
Fees • Cost is $575 for the four-day workshop and includes three catered lunches and class materials • Breakfasts, dinners, accommodations and travel costs are additional
Accommodations Beltane Community House at Terra Flora We are pleased to announce an opportunity to lodge directly on the Terra Flora grounds at Beltane Community House. There are a small number of shared rooms which are available on a first-come firstserved basis. Beltane House includes a large community kitchen, common dining and living room areas, and six bathrooms, some of which are private in the rooms, and some shared by more than one room. Please inquire for room descriptions and pricing.
Other Accommodations in Nevada City or Grass Valley
Beltane Community House
“I loved being at Terra Flora and staying at Beltane House. It was an oasis for me and an ideal place to learn…. You took such good care of us - all in the spirit of appreciation for the flowers.” —Shirin Coleman, practitioner, Burlingame, CA
For other accommodations, please book early, as Nevada City is a popular tourist destination in the summer. For listings, visit the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce website, www.nevadacitychamber.com or the nearby Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce at www.grassvalleychamber.com. If you do not have a personal or rental car, please reserve at one of the accommodations in central Nevada City, in order to be able to connect with a car pool.
Please note that FES does not coordinate accommodations at commercial establishments other than for our own Beltane House; these are chosen and arranged by each participant. Please direct questions to your travel agent, or your place of lodging. Also, we do not arrange for shuttles or other travel arrangements.
Meals Tuition includes a buffet style lunch, morning snack and herbal teas. We offer minimally processed and seasonally appropriate organic food. While we strive for enough variety to meet most dietary preferences, we recommend that if you have highly specialized or severely restricted dietary needs, you bring additional food with you each day. For daily breakfasts and dinners, we will provide you with a list of local restaurants and natural food stores at which you can dine or purchase deli items or groceries.
Transportation The nearest airport is Sacramento International Airport (SMF), which is about a 1.5 hour drive from Nevada City. Shuttle service to and from the airport can be arranged with SuperShuttle at 800-258-3826 or www.supershuttle.com if you do not rent a car. Transportation to the class site will require carpooling. Carpools will meet at and return to specified locations in the central area of Nevada City. After you have registered, and made your travel plans, please fill out the travel form at this link: https://flowersociety.wufoo.com/forms/fes-class-participant-travel-accommodations/.
Schedule, arrival and departure The majority of the professional seminar is conducted during the daytime hours. Friday, and Saturday evenings are left open for dinner, relaxation and assimilation of the class presentations. The seminar does begin with an evening session on Thursday, July 31st. A morning tea break and lunch are provided on site at Terra Flora and are automatically included in the seminar fee. If you have highly exceptional dietary needs or need extra refreshment, please bring these items with you each day.
Course begins Thursday evening, July 31 You will be joining a carpool at approximately 6:45 pm from your assigned point of departure. When you arrive at Terra Flora, you need to check in first at the FES office to receive your final registration papers and class materials. The Thursday evening session is an important orientation to the whole of the seminar. This session will begin promptly at 7:30 pm and last until approximately 9:30 pm.
“Such tremendous knowledge, respect, and light reside within the space you have created at Terra Flora.� — Brenda Igler, C.A.S., P.K.S., California College of Ayurveda
Course concludes Sunday afternoon, August 3 The class ends Sunday afternoon, August 3. The conclusion is a vital part of the program – please do not plan to leave before this time. Unless you live in the local region, it is recommended that you spend the evening resting and assimilating the seminar information, and plan to depart at a convenient time on Monday, August 4th. You may also wish to extend your stay and enjoy the many scenic attractions of the Sierra foothills and mountains.
Payment and cancellation policy Fees are due at the time of registration. Our classes are located at Terra Flora, which serves as a home, garden site and cottage work facility. We limit the size of our classes in order to facilitate an atmosphere of social warmth and nature experience. You are urged to enroll early, as there is typically a waiting list later. Please note our cancellation fee policy: • Until June 30, 2014: We will issue a refund less a $75 cancellation fee. • Starting June 30, 2014: If we are able to fill your reserved space, we will issue a credit towards a future FES class, less a $75 administrative fee. No credit will be issued if it is not possible to fill your reservation, or if notice of cancellation is not furnished prior to the class. The online registration form is found at: https://flowersociety.wufoo.com/forms/aromas-and-flowers-credit-card/ (payment by credit card) and https://flowersociety.wufoo.com/forms/aromas-and-flowers-check-or-wire/ (payment by check or wire transfer) After you have registered, and made your travel plans, please fill out the travel form at this link: https://flowersociety.wufoo.com/forms/fes-class-participant-travel-accommodations/
The Flower Essence Society P.O. Box 459, Nevada City, CA 95959 USA 800-736-9222 (USA) 530-265-9163 fax: 530-265-0584 classes@flowersociety.org www.flowersociety.org
“Thank you for sharing your beautiful home... . The gardens, land, your home and the Beltane Community House created a wonder-filled sanctuary for our time together.” — Carol Bennington, practitioner, Flagstaff, AZ “I feel so very blessed to have been touched by your beautiful energy and that of the Terra Flora gardens! THANK YOU for sharing your beautiful home and teachings.” — Dr. Kelly Warshel, Windber Hospice, Windber, PA
“It was such a beautiful experience meeting you and communing with all of the sacred flowers, trees, animals and souls/spirits at Terra Flora. I find myself merging with flowers wherever I go…sensing their aura, smelling their fragrance and embodying their colors.” — Andrea Rose, practitioner, Ontario Canada