Mountain Medicine: Exploring Local Botany, Adaptogens, and Mushrooms


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Embark on a three-day journey to discover the powerful world of Colorado's native and adapted medicinal plants and fungi. You will begin by building a foundation in basic botany, learning to identify eight key plant families in our bioregion while distinguishing between edible, medicinal, and poisonous species. Delve into the science and spirit of healing adaptogens, focusing on five potent plants and fungi that can be cultivated in Colorado. Learn practical skills as we create a herbal preparations together and discuss how to prepare other herbal remedies.

The final day is dedicated to the "Fungus Among Us," exploring the life cycles and benefits of powerful mushrooms like Turkey Tail, Lion's Mane, and Reishi. We will also thoughtfully examine the latest clinical research and safety protocols surrounding psilocybin. Ultimately, you will leave with the confidence to identify and utilize the incredible natural pharmacy growing right in your own backyard.
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Class Details

3 Session(s)
Weekly - Sat

Location
Loveland Campus

Instructor
Chrystal Cocek 

Cost: 

$139.00

Registration Closes On
Saturday, September 20, 2025 @ 12:00 AM

Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s) Instructional Method
9/20/2025 - 10/4/2025 Weekly - Sat 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM Loveland, Loveland Campus  Map, Room: 106 Chrystal Cocek  ClassRoom

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