Refund Policy
· All class ticket sales are considered a donation to Fox Haven and help us to fulfill our mission. Full refunds (minus a 20% processing fee) will be given to any participant canceling at least 30 days prior to the scheduled class date. Due to the nature of full series commitments, no refunds will be processed once the series has started.
· Enrollment cannot be transferred to another class. If you are within the 30-day cancellation period, it is best to request a refund and sign up for the desired replacement.
Volunteers play a critical part in keeping our herb farm and orchard beautiful and productive. Over the course of six weeks, the volunteer cohort will engage in essential seasonal tasks such as planting, weeding, harvesting, and processing herbs.
Through hands-on work on the farm and in the apothecary, participants will: ✔️ Learn herbal cultivation techniques from seed to storage ✔️ Develop hands-on skills in organic gardening and wildcrafting ✔️ Experience guided tea tastings and herbal product-making ✔️ Connect with like-minded individuals passionate about herbalism
What You’ll Receive 💚
Cohort Dates, your option between:
Spring: Saturdays, May 31 – July 12 (No session July 5) from 9 AM – 1 PM
Fall: Sundays, September 7th – October 19th (No session October 12th) from 9 AM – 1 PM
Sample Schedule Week 1: Introductions, crop walk, safety training, tea tasting & discussion
Week 2: Field Trip to Leaf Love Farm
Week 3: Sit spot, bed prep/transplanting seedlings, tea tasting & discussion
Week 4: Sit spot, prepping/weeding beds, tea tasting & discussion
Week 5: Sit spot, harvesting/processing herbs/compost flipping, tea tasting & discussion
Homework for the off week: Intentionally connect to a plant or place in nature; sit spot and reflection
Week 6: Sit spot, harvesting/processing herbs, tea tasting & discussion
✨ Who Should Apply? We welcome applicants of all experience levels! Whether you’re an aspiring herbalist, gardener, or nature enthusiast, this program is for those who:
✅ Are looking to deepen their relationship with nature ✅ Can commit to 4 hours per week for the full 6 weeks ✅ Are comfortable working outdoors in varying conditions, participants must be able to traverse uneven terrain and small hills.
🌿 Ready to Join?
To apply, send a letter of interest detailing your experience, interests, and motivation to ashley@foxhavenfarm.org.
Spaces are limited; please send your inquiries by April 15th.
About LandBack Tax
From 2022 onward, Fox Haven will donate $2 from each event ticket to the Piscataway Conoy Tribe to pay LandBack tax, acknowledging our access to stolen Indigenous land. Through Piscataway Eyes is an Indigenous-led initiative working to restore ancestral land and sovereignty to the Piscataway and other Indigenous communities of the Chesapeake.
Weather Policy
If inclement weather is predicted ahead of an event, you will be notified 48 hours before the event date about any cancellation or rescheduling. Otherwise, the event is presumed to take place rain or shine. An alternative venue may be arranged if shelter is required. Please note that refunds are not provided for postponed events or no-shows. However, if Fox Haven cancels, a full refund will be issued.
COVID Protocol
Please do not come to class if you are feeling ill or have been exposed to others who are sick. Email alecks@foxhavenfarm.org to discuss your absence. Masks are optional during all events. If diagnosed with COVID within 5 days post-class, please notify us so that we can inform participants about possible exposure.
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