Whole Living Class: A Comprehensive Course on Herbalism & Gardening

I have been taking the Whole Living class at the farm (2024). What a life-changing class! We have learned about healthier living and have made many herbal remedies. Krista and Skye are so knowledgeable and helpful. I have so much respect for the work they put into the farm and the class. Do you know why they do this? To help us! Come visit them to see what they have done. They have such healthy plants to buy as well as great food products in their store. I couldn't find the organic castor oil I needed anywhere local...not at Whole Foods, Earth Fare etc. I found it here.

Do you have any health issues? They can help you find plants that will give you the nourishment you need to heal. I always leave feeling better than I did before I got there. The farm is beautiful and rejuvenating.

Please visit and help support this precious family farm. We are so fortunate to have them here!

I consider myself a life-long learner. I took two classes at FGF in 2023 taught by Rob which I thoroughly enjoyed. Everyone in those two classes raved about Whole Living Class. So, I signed up. 

Krista and Sky’s prep work for each class (which there was a lot) and then the actual classes far exceeded my expectations. Each session, Krista and Sky prepared recipes from their cookbook that we were able to sample as well as the teas that they have developed. 

Both freely shared their extensive knowledge of gardening, herbs and how to build your own apothecary.  So, needless to say, I have already signed up for two classes next year. And, I am thoroughly looking forward to both of them.

And a definite side benefit...two of my classmates and I will share picking up our wonderful Winter CSA from FGF. 

This is a life changing class! If you’re into living healthy this is a must! And you go home with projects to start your own apothecary ❤️

I’ve been using the first edition of the book since January 2023. I am a member of the Whole Living Class at Forrest Green Farm. This book is enormously helpful and is one of the three “go to” books I use for reference material as I create my own formulas to support my family. Krista and Sky are great teachers, and this book demonstrates their commitment to the herbal way of life. I have learned more than I expected… and the class still runs through October. If you live in central Virginia and want to explore, learn and get hands-on with herbs and gardening, get the book… and enroll in the class. Simple as that.

Awesome class! Everyone needs to take it! Life changing!

I have always struggled with plants, except for herbs since they seem to like my neglect.  When I saw the Whole Living class description, I thought maybe I’d learn what to do with herbs and maybe get some pointers on other things.  Boy was I unprepared for the amount of amazing things I learned!  It was a spectacular experience that has changed the way I interact with my land and food in general.  I now feel very confident not only in my yard, but in my kitchen.  I can’t thank Krista enough for everything she’s taught me!

After trying to get some herbal education on-line, it just wasn't working.  I just didn't get it.  I heard about Forrest Green Farm's Whole Living Classes and knew immediately it was what I needed.  I had to travel 3 hours each way to attend class, but it was worth the journey.  I only missed one!  Special Place, Special Classes, Special People! The Herbs speak to you there, and I learned so much about Natural Living also.

I have taken both Whole Living 1 and 2 as well as the Herbarium Class, the Mushroom Log Class, and have had several other reasons to visit wonderful Forrest Green Farm.  As a health care professional (NP-C), this experience has been eye-opening and life changing, for others in my family as well as for me.  As an instructor of community health nursing, many of my students have even visited the farm with me to learn about the activities and offerings there.

With Krista's considerable wisdom and guidance, I now have my own medicinal and culinary herb garden to enjoy and to produce many of the good medicines and other crafts discovered through her classes. 

It's very easy to get wrapped up in the fast paced life around us, and not pay any attention to our health.  I came to Forrest Green and the Whole Living class after visiting several doctors about severe health issues.  The doctors had no diagnosis but were happy prescribe plenty of meds.  Knowing there must be another way, I took the Whole Living class to diagnose and treat myself, through natural remedies.  I gained twice as much knowledge and know-how than I expected and walked away with lifelong resources and friends.  One year after starting the class I have found more day to day energy, less symptoms, and more inner peace than I have had for several years - and am on track to be fully healed!