Workshops

Why workshops?

Years ago, my husband and I made the decision not to turn our sanctuary into a charity. After many conversations with experts and other organizations, we chose instead to create an income stream through homemade products and meaningful experiences—while hopefully inspiring others to live more simply and reduce the toxic load in their own lives.

Upcoming Workshops

Please fill in this Form to express an interest in attending one of our workshops.

Dates and times will be determined based on interest. 

Make your own Facial Oil

with Nicki

Join me for a hands-on workshop where you’ll create your own custom facial oil—choose from my recipe or design something completely original.

Twelve years ago, I found myself at my wits’ end trying to help my two mini horses through some stubborn health issues. I listened to everyone—vets, farriers, holistic practitioners, anyone who crossed my path with an idea. While I learned a lot, it became clear there was no quick fix. That’s when I turned to essential oils.

I experimented endlessly and loved watching how the horses and donkeys responded. The oils didn’t cure my minis, but I do believe they brought some comfort. Today, they’re thriving and full of life, thanks to a combination of many different factors.

Along the way, I started making my own facial oils, body butters, and medicinal salves. My goals were simple: save money, enjoy the creative process, reduce toxins, and cut down on plastics. 

Workshop Details

• Date: TBD

• Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

•  Cost: $100

• Activities:

  • Chat and create your own facial oils

  • Lunch

  • Optional tour of the herd

Make sure to bring farm clothes. No high heels!

Build a Variety of Bird Feeders

with Rogie

How to Garden with Hugelkultur

with Nicki and Liz

Hugelkultur   

The term Hugelkultur translates to mound culture in German.  Humans have been using this method of soil building for centuries in Europe.  The natural design of creating a mound where logs are placed at the base followed by branches, sticks, twigs, leaf debris and compost on top to allow water retention, aeration, and decay to happen creating rich soil.  The logs on the bottom act as sponges that attract roots to grow deep and strengthen the plant.  The various sizes of wood and leaf litter allow space for worms and insects to move freely doing their thing. Every year, the pile decomposes and sinks. I then add composted manure, no tilling is required and the result is a rich, nutrient dense soil that requires no further fertilizers.  

I have used this layering method in raised beds, large swaths of what was once lawns and even pots. How does this relate to my first question of wild equines vs their domestic counterparts? The better the soil, the healthier the plants, and the more variety of plants I can grow for the animals.