White Deer Apothecary

Desert Rose Cabled Hat Knitting Class at The Rogue Skein
2025-11-08 13:00 - 16:00 UTC | The Rogue Skein, 1013 Main Street, Kerrville, TX, 78028, United States
Join me for my first formal knitting class! I love knitting projects with cables and hope that after this class, you will too 🙂
In this class we will take our hat knitting to the next level and learn to make cabled designs. These cables look complicated but are in reality simple to create! We will be knitting the beautiful Desert Rose Hat by Wool & Pine designs- it’s knit in worsted weight yarn from the bottom up in the round and features a beautiful cabled pattern and flower-petal design crown. This will make a wonderful winter knit for yourself or a friend! It knits up quickly in worsted weight so you’ll have time to make another before the holidays if you want!
Location: The Rogue Skein, 1013 Main Street, Kerrville, TX 78028
Teacher: Lauren Peterson with White Deer Apothecary
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
You’ll need some experience with these skills:
Knitting in the round on circular needles
Reading charts (we will go over in class so it’s ok if you don’t have much experience)
More details & tickets here:
Desert Rose Cabled Hat Class With Lauren

Winter Market Dec 14th in ATX
2025-12-14 12:00 - 16:00 | Whole Life Learning Center, 10801 Old San Antonio Rd, Austin, 78748, United States
Come from 12-4pm for our beloved Winter Solstice Market with Mutable Earth Botanicals at Whole Life Learning Center! There will 5 gallons of veggie soup to share for FREE. Your RSVP’s help the organizer know how much soup to make and how far our shouts are making it into the big wide world – thank you and see you soon!
This will be one of White Deer Apothecary’s last in-person markets of the year!

At:
Whole Life Learning Center
Austin, 10801 Old San Antonio Rd, Austin, TX 78748, USA

RSVP here:
https://www.mutableearthbotanicals.com/event-details/winter-market-2025/form

Kitchen Witchery 101 in ATX- Jan 31st & Feb 1st, 2026
2026-01-31 10:00 - 2026-02-01 16:00 | The American Botanical Council, 6200 Manor Rd, Austin, TX, 78723, United States
You can make herbal medicine at home without a lot of exotic ingredients and fancy tools!
Kitchen Witchery 101 is the place to get a taste for what herbal medicine making is all about and gain excellent skills in a wide range of herbal preparations.
Join me for a weekend exploring 6 types of herbal preparations, including the reasons why we utilize each and how to prepare them. You’ll leave feeling empowered to create and experiment with making your own plant medicines at home for yourself, your family and beyond. Each day includes instructions, demonstrations, recipes and 4-6 herbal goodies to take home. Kitchen Witchery is designed for folks with zero herbal experience and those with some medicine-making experience looking to dive deeper and learn new techniques. All are welcome!
Learn 6 simple herbal preparations you can make in your home kitchen:

Herbal Teas: Brew and blend your own tasty & therapeutic herbal teas.
Herbal Vinegars, Shrubs and Oxymels: Extract herbs for alcohol-free medicine, food, and refreshing drinks.
Tinctures, Cordials and Elixirs: Create and formulate custom extracts from fresh or dry plants.
Syrups: Simmer and preserve sweet medicines.
Honeys: Preserve aromatics and create delicious medicines.
Infused Oils and Salves: Infuse oils for body care and topical medicinal use.

WHEN: January 31st & February 1st, 2026
TIME: 10am – 4pm
LOCATION:
American Botanical Council
6200 Manor Road, Austin, TX 78723 (see map)
COST:

Early Bird price of $295 through 12/31/25
$345 after

Register here: https://gingerwebb.com/kitchen-witchery-herb-course/

Herbs & Honey Class with Two Hives- Feb 7th, 2026
2026-02-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Two Hives Honey, 7617 Nez Perce Trce, Manor, 78653, United States
Join me and Carla Salas of Two Hives Honey to learn about bees, medicinal herbs, and the magic of honey in this hands-on class! Create a delicious custom honey infusion and a medicinal herbal electuary to take home and enjoy for wellness and daily delight!
Saturday, Feb 7th, 3-5pm
At Two Hives Honey
7617 Nez Perce Trce, Manor, TX 78653
Get your Tix here: https://www.twohiveshoney.com/events/

Tea Party Clay Date - Valentine's Day Edition! Feb 15th in San Antonio, TX
2026-02-15 11:00 - 14:00 | Thrown Studio, 531 Guadalupe St, Suite A, San Antonio, 78207, United States
Join Lauren of White Deer Apothecary and Jesselyn of Thrown Studio for a deep dive into Chai along with some fun in the clay! We’ll be crafting handmade jars and spoons in this workshop while learning about Chai’s roots and benefits. As we work, we will also get to taste a few different blends (both caffeinated and non-caffeinated). You’ll then be able to mix up your own custom Chai tea blend to store in your beautiful new clay vessel and enjoy at home.
February 15th 11-2pm
At Thrown Studio in San Antonio, TX
531 Guadalupe St., Suite A
$95 for one ticket/ $180 for 2 tickets- it’s always better with a friend!
Sign up here: https://www.thrown.studio/workshops/p/tea-party-clay-day

Kitchen Witchery: Beyond the Basics in ATX, March 28th & 29th, 2026
2026-03-28 10:00 - 2026-03-29 16:00 | The American Botanical Council, 6200 Manor Rd, Austin, TX, 78723, United States
Are you ready to move beyond teas and tinctures?
Our Kitchen Witchery classes are a great way to begin your herbal journey or learn new ways to incorporate herbs into your everyday life!
Over the course of a weekend, we will explore six unique topics on herbal preparations, focusing on moving beyond “medicine” to partnering with herbs in more aspects of our daily lives. Each day we will make 4-6 handmade herbal goodies together for students to take home. You’ll leave feeling inspired and empowered to work with plants in new ways!
This course is open to anyone interested in learning about herbs- no previous experience necessary.
Learn 6 new ways to work with herbs at home:

Herbal Kombucha: Brew your own kombucha and infuse it with herbs and fruits.
Spice & Cooking Blends: Work with local & readily available herbs to make custom spice, soup & bouillon blends.
Cleaning with herbs: Make affordable and non-toxic herbal cleaning products for all areas of your home.
Kid Friendly Herbal Remedies: Learn to make herbal gummies and other effective alcohol-free remedies.
Herbal Baths: Take herbs into the tub for relaxation and healing.
Body Creams & Oils: Move beyond salves into making luxurious herb-infused body butters and creams.

WHEN: March 28th & 29th, 2026
TIME: 10am – 4pm
LOCATION:
American Botanical Council
6200 Manor Road, Austin, TX 78723 (see map)
COST:

Early Bird price of $295 through 2/14/26
$345 after

Register here: https://gingerwebb.com/kitchen-witchery-herb-course/

The Healing Powers of Local Plants NEd Talk in Kerrville, TX
2026-04-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Riverside Nature Center, 150 Francisco Lemos St, Kerrville, TX, 78028, United States
Join me at the Riverside Nature Center in Kerrville, TX to learn more about a few of my favorite local medicinal plants!
Register here:
https://riversidenaturecenter.org/news-events/event-calendar.html/event/2026/04/20/ned-talk-the-healing-powers-of-native-plants/560065

27th Annual Lavender Festival at Becker Vineyards in FBG, TX
2026-04-25 10:00 - 2026-04-26 17:00 | Becker Vineyards, 464 Becker Farms Rd, Fredericksburg, TX, 78624, United States
Join me at Becker Vineyards for two full days of all things Lavender!
I will be vending my herbal products all weekend and giving a presentation on Lavender Mocktails on Saturday 4/25 at 11:30am.
Get all the details and your tickets here:
https://beckervineyards.com/pages/lavender-festival
THE SCHEDULE
SATURDAY 4/25 & SUNDAY 4/26
10am – 5pm
11am, 1pm, 3pm | Hands on Lavender Experience
12pm Reception, 12:30pm Lunch | Lavender Luncheon
1pm & 3pm | Epicurean Lavender Bites & Wine Pairing
Barrel Tastings | All Day
Lavender Market | All Day

20th Annual Herb Day at the American Botanical Council in ATX
2026-05-02 10:00 - 16:00 | The American Botanical Council, 6200 Manor Rd, Austin, TX, 78723, United States
Join me at this FREE herbal celebration! I will be vending my herbal goods and soaking up all the herbal community love- can’t wait to see you there!
Huge plant sale, raffle, demonstrations, maypole dance, local vendors, plant walks and more!
For more information, call 512-926-4900 ext 106, or email education@herbalgram.org

Mother's Day Spa Day with Two Hives Honey in Manor, TX
2026-05-09 15:00 - 17:00 | Two Hives Honey, 7617 Nez Perce Trce, Manor, 78653, United States
Learn to nourish your skin inside and out during our Mother’s Day Spa Day! Beekeeper Carla Salas from Two Hives will start us off by educating us on the basics of honey, including how bees make it and how it benefits our skin. Herbalist Lauren Peterson with White Deer Apothecary will then lead us in an herbal facial experience, including drinking mineral-rich tea, a gentle oatmeal rose exfoliation, a honey & herb hydrating facial crafted with botanical hydrosols and nourishing face oils.
You will leave with a new glow, an appreciation for the bees, a jar of our face mask, and a custom body scrub to use at home to keep the spa day going!
Get your tickets here:
https://www.twohiveshoney.com/events/

Juniper Magic Workshop at the Charmadillo in Center Point, TX
2026-05-13 17:30 - 20:00 | The Charmadillo, 700 Witt Road, Center Point, TX, 78010, United States
Let’s explore the magic and medicine of the often misunderstood Juniper- outside under the trees!
Join Herbalist Lauren Peterson of White Deer Apothecary for a night of getting to know and love this abundant and widespread tree. In addition to exploring how humans have interacted with Juniper trees throughout history, we will learn some techniques and recipes to incorporate Juniper into our daily lives. You’ll learn how to make your own infused gin, Juniper infused oil & salve, and Juniper smoke bundle (incense).
$45/person
Get your tickets here: https://white-deer-apothecary.square.site/
Following the workshop, you’re invited to enjoy time in The Charmadillo’s sauna- built from local Juniper wood. If you haven’t visited The Charmadillo yet- you’re in for a treat! It’s a nature based lodging and event space to nourish your connection to nature, yourself and your fellow travelers. Learn more and book an A-frame cabin, 1970’s RV or tent site here: https://www.thecharmadillo.com/

Herb Walk & Herbal Market at Beerburg Brewing
2026-05-29 15:00 - 19:30 | Beerburg Events, 13476 Fitzhugh Rd, Austin, TX, 78736, United States
Join me on Friday 5/29 for an Herb-filled evening as a part of Beerburg Events’ grand opening of their NEW Beer Garden! The herb walk will introduce you to the abundance of wild & easily cultivated medicinal plants growing all around us…and you’ll learn about which ones Beerburg brews in their beers as well! Come early and stay late to enjoy the beautiful gardens, brews (alcoholic & non-alcoholic), music, snacks AND to shop our curated market of Sacred Journey School of Herbalism alumni & friends!
Market 3-6pm (many vendors will stay set up a bit later)
Herb Walk 6-7:30pm- use this link to RSVP so we know how many folks to expect:
https://whitedeerapothecary.com/event/herbs-honey-class-with-two-hives-honey-in-manor-tx/

Herbs & Honey Class with Two Hives Honey in Manor, TX
2026-05-30 10:00 - 12:00
Join me and Carla Salas of Two Hives Honey to learn about bees, medicinal herbs, and the magic of honey in this hands-on class! Create a delicious custom honey infusion and a medicinal herbal electuary to take home and enjoy for wellness and daily delight!
Saturday, May 30th, 10am – 12pm
At Two Hives Honey
7617 Nez Perce Trce, Manor, TX 78653
Get your Tix here: https://www.twohiveshoney.com/events/

Old Salt Regenerative Farming & Music Festival in Helmville, MT
2026-06-19 09:00 - 2026-06-21 12:00 | Mannix Ranch, 142 S. Nevada Cr. Rd, Helmville, Montana, 59843, United States
I am thrilled to making a trek to this breathtaking part of the country to gather with folks sharing knowledge on regenerative farming and enjoying great music and delicous food under the big sky! I will be sharing a demo on Juniper Medicine (including how to make your own juniper salve), as well as vending my handmade herbal care in the Maker’s Tent.
Get all the details and your tix here: https://www.oldsaltco-op.com/pages/festival
Maker’s Tent hours are Fri & Sat 9am – 5pm, Sun 9am – 12pm
Juniper Medicine Demo will take place on Sat 6/20 at 11:30am in the Maker’s Tent

18th Annual Good Medicine Confluence
2026-10-12 - 2026-10-15 | Ghost Ranch, 280 Private Drive 1708, Abiquiu, NM, 87510, United States
I am thrilled to be back teaching at the Good Medicine Confluence this Fall! I have been attending since 2017 and teaching there since 2021. It’s truly inspiring and perspective-shifting for me each year that I attend!
Find the full details and registration here: https://www.goodmedicineconfluence.com/
*Sign up early for the biggest discount on tix; Work Trade, barter & Scholarships also available!
And please reach out to me if you have questions/ want to connect at the confluence: lauren@whitedeerapothecary.com
You’re heartily invited to participate in a most unique and life changing 4-day experience, contributing your own personal wisdom and magic to what is a much needed healing potion:
The 18th Annual, 2026 Good Medicine Confluence
October 12th-15th –– Ghost Ranch –– New Mexico
Join with your fellow impassioned herbalists and natural healers, alchemists and visionaries, wildcrafters and home medicine makers, glad misfits and determined world-changers –– sharing a kindred calling and epic mission, a relentlessly loving hope and unbridled joy!
Delve deeply into 100 inspiring and empowering classes with invigorating topics like nowhere else, presented to you by over 40 amazing teachers including traditional practitioners and wisdom keepers, and exciting boundary-jumping explorers of much needed new paradigms.
Learn, play, network, celebrate, and dance the night away beneath the stars at this wild and remote venue vibrantly alive with the flora, the fauna, and the communicative spirits of the American Southwest –– in the truly unforgettable Land of Enchantment.

Creative Nature Retreat at Shield Ranch in Austin, TX
2026-10-23 12:00 - 2026-10-25 14:00 | Shield Ranch, 10417 Crumley Ranch Rd, Austin, TX, United States
Recharge your creativity at our two-night Creative Nature Retreat at the Campsite at Shield Ranch. All adults are welcome, and no artistic experience is needed for this restorative retreat, which combines the tranquility of nature with the inspiration of creative expression in a supportive community environment.
Creative Nature Retreat is led by creative coach Natalie Davis, and Shield Ranch program director Justine Kies. All skill levels are welcome—no artistic experience needed. Creativity lives in everyone, and time in nature helps tap into that potential. Retreat participants may choose from the following experiences, with free time available.
I am thrilled to be joining again in 2026 to teach some fun Herbal Mocktails & Botanical Cyanotype Sun Prints!
Early bird registration is from March 30 to June 1, 2026
Cost: $625 per person (includes all programming, supplies, meals, snacks, and two nights shared accommodations for three with option to request roommate/s). Early bird registration receives $100 off. Early bird savings cannot be combined with other discounts or scholarships.
Use code: EARLYBIRD26.
Scholarship Cost: $425 per person. A limited number of scholarship registrations are available on a first-come, first-served basis to increase access for individuals who may face barriers to participation. Thank you to our Shield Ranch Foundation supporters.
Use code: SCHOLARSHIP26.
Registration Schedule: Wild for Good Circle supporters receive priority registration on Tues., March 30. Registration opens to the general public on Fri., April 3. Deadline to register is Tues., Oct. 13.
Cancellation Policy: Please note that registration for the Creative Nature Retreat is non-refundable. However, if you’re unable to attend, your ticket is transferable to another participant.
Register here: https://www.shieldranch.com/creative-nature-retreat-2026/
