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Update - now accepting applications for summer, 2010 - so book NOW!!
Field Course in
Medicinal plant/Ethnobotany of North America
This course teaches students how to positively field identify, extract and prepare native medicinal plants from the temperate zone of North America to cure common ailments such as head aches, colds, depression, etc. You will learn how to field identify up to 80 - 120 vascular plants, including what parts of the plants to use and how to use them with the aid of an expert in field botany, medicinal plants and ethnobotany who has lived with indigenous people firsthand. The knowledge of the Chocoi of Panama and Tharu people of the southern Terai region of Nepal was passed down to us so that we may teach it to others. This field course offers a high level of practical hands-on learning, 1-1 instruction from a qualified instructor and is an excellent choice for those considering moving into a career as a registered herbal medicinalists, practioner of herbal medicine, ethnobotanist, traditional healer or holistic medicine.
The material covered in the course is equivalent to an upper level field course. There are no formal prerequisites for the course, but a strong interest in ethnobotany/medicinal plants, general knowledge of ecology and biology would definitely be a plus in the student's ability to benefit from the course.
Students will be expected to work hard, but we also intend to provide students with a fun experience. While at the EARTHQUEST Biological Field School, located near the town of Aylmer, Ontario, Canada, students will have the opportunity to explore natural areas known to harbour a high biodiversity of medicinal plants. Students will also contribute to a much needed database on the medicinal properties of local medicinal plants.
The following topics will be explored;
 ..........Taxonomy and identification of vascular plants
..........Collection and field identification of medicinal plants
..........Medicinal plant family characteristics
..........Medicinal plant genera characteristics
..........Medicinal plant values and uses
..........Apply your knowledge; how to prepare concotions, teas and tinctures
You can live the life of an Ethnobotanist
..........Learn how to identify medicinal flora species
..........Conduct an independant study project
..........Hike/explore the rural regions of Canada
..........Perform interesting research/conservation work
..........Participate in interactive discussions
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Date: Summer Session #1 May 4 - May 18, 2010
Cost: $1750.00 USD
Date: Summer Session #2 May 4 - June 1, 2010
Cost: $2175.00 USD
Date: Summer Session #3 May 1 - June 26, 2010
Cost: $3350.00 USD
Included in 14, 30 day or 2.5 month course Costs:
..........Services of Project Leaders/instructors & staff
..........SCHEDULED transportation from the London, Ontario, Canada airport, or bus station to the Biological Field School round trip
..........Course tuition
..........Course material and equipment
Not Included in 14, 30 day or 2.5 month course Costs:
..........Airport taxes and government departure taxes
..........Health or cancellation insurance
..........Beverages/liquor
..........Additional funds for souvenirs, extra food, etc.
..........Valid passport
..........Immunizations/vaccinations
..........Personal supplies (e.g. hiking boots, clothing, etc.)
..........Return airfare to the London, Ontario, Canada airport (arrival/departure point)
..........Food
..........Accommodations
To Register for Courses:
For 14, 30 day or 2.5 month courses a non-refundable deposit of $575.00 US/person is required to secure space in a course. Full payment is due 60 days prior to departure (postmarked by mail does not count). We recommend that you book early as spaces on courses fill quickly and are limited to 15 participants per semester. Courses are filled on a first-come, first-pay basis in sequential order beginning with Session #1. When Session #1 is full we place your name on a waiting list for the next available course, but most people register 1 year in advance to ensure placement. For information on terms and conditions please click here.
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 E-mail: earthquestcanada@yahoo.com
Executive Director & Senior Instructor
D. Jolly, B.Sc.
EARTHQUEST (Canada) for the Environment
8122 Rogers Rd. S., RR #5
Aylmer, Ontario, Canada
N5H 2R4
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