For 2024 Fiber Art-related content and events, please see reedbird.com. Alethea will be at various events this year and you are welcome to stop by her booth, say Hi or ask any natural health-related questions. Upcoming Boreal Balance & Reedbird Farm events posted below.
Workshops require pre-registration. Please contact Alethea directly. Thank you for registering early!
May through October 2024
Once a month Foraging Workshops that include learning plant identification and uses throughout the growing season, using willow to create harvesting baskets, making handmade milk soap, and much more! Learn from Dr. Alethea Kenney, Traditional Naturopath, Herbalist and traditional handcrafting artisan.
For more information or to register [email protected]
For more information or to register [email protected]
For Alethea's Farm and Fiber Art events 2024, see reedbird.com under events.
August 26, 2023 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Homeopathy: What It Is and How to Use It
Please pre-register by August 25, 2023. Learn what homeopathy is, the history, science and research behind it and how to use it for yourself, your family and your farm.
Because it is so different from conventional medicine, it can be daunting to get started. This workshop will give you confidence to start using remedies, understand how to use a repertory and find out more information about each remedy and what symptoms it can address.
Homeopathic remedies give owners and farms an inexpensive, easy way to address problems in their pets and livestock. Certified organic and sustainable farms can use homeopathy since it does not require removal of the animal from the certification program after use. Homeopathy can be used to treat a whole herd easily without risk to the animals. Farmers can use homeopathy for animals that are raised for food or food products without the need for withhold times or risks to human health.
Handouts provided. Attendees may find the second workshop "Homeopathic First Aid for the Farm" to be a good addition to their toolkit in learning how to use homeopathy effectively for various conditions.
Because it is so different from conventional medicine, it can be daunting to get started. This workshop will give you confidence to start using remedies, understand how to use a repertory and find out more information about each remedy and what symptoms it can address.
Homeopathic remedies give owners and farms an inexpensive, easy way to address problems in their pets and livestock. Certified organic and sustainable farms can use homeopathy since it does not require removal of the animal from the certification program after use. Homeopathy can be used to treat a whole herd easily without risk to the animals. Farmers can use homeopathy for animals that are raised for food or food products without the need for withhold times or risks to human health.
Handouts provided. Attendees may find the second workshop "Homeopathic First Aid for the Farm" to be a good addition to their toolkit in learning how to use homeopathy effectively for various conditions.
August 28, 2023 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Homeopathic First Aid for the Farm
Please pre-register by August 25, 2023. Homeopathy offers a safe, effective, inexpensive way to provide quick relief to animals during times of stress, injury, accidents or illness. It is particularly useful for sustainable, certified organic or biodynamic farms that need alternatives to conventional medicine to avoid removing stock from the certified program. It is also useful for animals destined for the food chain or those producing products for consumption. There are no withhold times when using homeopathic remedies. It is safe for newborns and pregnant animals. Homeopathy be used in conjunction with veterinary care where needed and can reduce pain, fear or shock during conventional treatments. Whole herds can be easily and inexpensively treated for common conditions.
Each attendee of the workshop gets a complimentary copy of "Homeopathic First Aid for the Farm" pdf booklet by Alethea Kenney.
No prerequisite but attendees may find it helpful to have taken the previous workshop "Homeopathy: What It Is and When to Use It".
Each attendee of the workshop gets a complimentary copy of "Homeopathic First Aid for the Farm" pdf booklet by Alethea Kenney.
No prerequisite but attendees may find it helpful to have taken the previous workshop "Homeopathy: What It Is and When to Use It".
November 16, 2022 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
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Please pre-register by November 11, 2022. Learn what homeopathy is, the history, science and research behind it and how to use it for yourself, your family and your farm.
Because it is so different from conventional medicine, it can be daunting to get started. This workshop will give you confidence to start using remedies, understand how to use a repertory and find out more information about each remedy and what symptoms it can address. Homeopathic remedies give owners and farms an inexpensive, easy way to address problems in their pets and livestock. Certified organic and sustainable farms can use homeopathy since it does not require removal of the animal from the certification program after use. Homeopathy can be used to treat a whole herd easily without risk to the animals. Farmers can use homeopathy for animals that are raised for food or food products without the need for withhold times or risks to human health. Handouts provided. Attendees may find the second workshop "Homeopathic First Aid for the Farm" to be a good addition to their toolkit in learning how to use homeopathy effectively for various conditions. |
November 17, 2022 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Homeopathic First Aid for the Farm
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Please pre-register by November 11, 2022. Homeopathy offers a safe, effective, inexpensive way to provide quick relief to animals during times of stress, injury, accidents or illness. It is particularly useful for sustainable, certified organic or biodynamic farms that need alternatives to conventional medicine to avoid removing stock from the certified program. It is also useful for animals destined for the food chain or those producing products for consumption. There are no withhold times when using homeopathic remedies. It is safe for newborns and pregnant animals. Homeopathy be used in conjunction with veterinary care where needed and can reduce pain, fear or shock during conventional treatments. Whole herds can be easily and inexpensively treated for common conditions.
Each attendee of the workshop gets a complimentary copy of "Homeopathic First Aid for the Farm" pdf booklet by Alethea Kenney. No prerequisite but attendees may find it helpful to have taken the previous workshop "Homeopathy: What It Is and When to Use It". |
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Instructor Biography
Author Alethea Kenney is a Traditional Naturopath and Homeopath. Her books are available online and from the author. Her natural livestock mineral line, Back in Balance Minerals® is available nationally through North Central Feed Products, LLC.
With her husband and indispensable dogs, she has farmed sustainably since 1996 and now keeps various fiber animals, equines, dogs, various fowl and rabbits on a farm in northern Minnesota, run primarily on renewable energy. She is always experimenting with new, more ergonomic ways to manage manure while trying to outwit her sheep.
She writes and teaches about holistic animal care, herbs, homeopathy and minerals as they relate to health in people, companion animals and livestock. She also teaches fiber art workshops.
More information: www.borealbalance.com www.backinbalanceminerals.com www.reedbird.com
With her husband and indispensable dogs, she has farmed sustainably since 1996 and now keeps various fiber animals, equines, dogs, various fowl and rabbits on a farm in northern Minnesota, run primarily on renewable energy. She is always experimenting with new, more ergonomic ways to manage manure while trying to outwit her sheep.
She writes and teaches about holistic animal care, herbs, homeopathy and minerals as they relate to health in people, companion animals and livestock. She also teaches fiber art workshops.
More information: www.borealbalance.com www.backinbalanceminerals.com www.reedbird.com
Possible Workshop Topics
Alethea occasionally offers classes to introduce the boreal ecosystem and its healing plants to others. If you would like a schedule of classes or would like Alethea to teach a class near you, please call 218-657-2502 or e-mail [email protected]
Rates available upon request.
A partial list of topics available for sessions or presentations (if you don't see what you were looking for, just ask!):
Hands-on Classes:
Rates available upon request.
A partial list of topics available for sessions or presentations (if you don't see what you were looking for, just ask!):
- Botanical First Aid
- North Country medicinals (more weeds and native than garden plants)
- Roots, Bark and Berries for Health
- Herbal Detoxifiers: What they are and why use them?
- Natural Dyes
- Medieval and Traditional Uses for Herbs
- Holistic Care for Dogs and Cats
- Holistic Care for Sheep and Goats
Hands-on Classes:
- Traditional Herbal Remedies (this includes recipes for tea, salve and tincture)
- Plant Identification/Nature Hike
- Natural Dyes (gather your own plants or berries for dyeing and see what you get)
- Other topics by request
Previous Events
2018
August 18: Apple Blossom festival in Bemidji, Rail River Folk School, demonstrations and booth Sept 29-30: North Star Farm Tour host farm Dresow Family Farm, booth and demonstrations October 6-7: Fosston Fiber Festival, Clearbrook, MN booth and demonstrations |
2016
August 7: Natural Dye Class Green Heart Farm Springfield, VT August 6: Holistic Animal Care Workshop Green Heart Farm Springfield, VT |
2015
September 13: Natural Animal Care Hawk Circle Cherry Valley, NY September 11-12: Natural Health for Sheep and Goats Green Heart Farm Springfield, VT May 15-17: Shepherds Harvest Festival Lake Elmo, MN Friday, May 15 1pm - 4pm: Minerals for Health in Sheep and Goats Saturday, May 16, 9am - noon: Natural First Aid for the Farm Saturday, May 16, 1pm - 4pm: Using Herbs for Deworming Sheep and Goats Sunday, May 17, 9am - noon: Homeopathy |
January 26, 2013
Northern Plains Sustainable Ag Winter Conference, Aberdeen, SD
Minerals for Health in Sheep and Goats
First Aid for the Farm Naturally
March 12, 2013, 5:30 pm
Harmony Food Co-op in Bemidji, MN
Harvesting Your Own Herbal Detoxifiers
March 23, 2013 11 am to 2:30 pm
MSU Fergus Falls, MN
Holistic Care for Sheep, Goats and Horses
April 23, 2013 5:30 pm
Harmony Food Co-op in Bemidji, MN
Harvesting Your Own Herbal Detoxifiers
218-751-2009 to register
June 13, 2013 (date subject to change slightly)
Oak Hills Christian College, Bemidji, MN
Edible Wild Plants
August 15 - 16, 2013
Michigan Fiber Festival, Allegan, MI
September 27 - 29, 2013
Oregon Flock and Fiber Fest, Canby, OR
Friday, Sept. 27
Sunday, Sept. 29

Online Webinars
Restoring and Maintaining Natural Health in the Flock
Join Alethea Kenney, Traditional Naturopath, Herbalist and Aromatherapist this winter for some exciting webinars.
Cost is $30 per webinar and is approximately 1.5 hours in length. Participants will receive handouts before each webinar and follow-up notes.
Contact [email protected] for more information or make payment below via PayPal. You do not have to have a PayPal account to pay for these webinars.
What participants are saying about these webinars:
"I found the webinar to be really informative, just the right length, the right amount of info. to actually take in vs. be overwhelmed." - E.S.
"The first webinar was amazing." - H.D.
"Just want you to know again we THOROUGHLY enjoyed your seminars, and if you are going to do any more, be sure to let us know. " - R. S.
"Thanks, Alethea, for the webinar tonight. I so appreciate the new knowledge." - P.C.
"Thanks so much for a great webinar!" - M.M.
Northern Plains Sustainable Ag Winter Conference, Aberdeen, SD
Minerals for Health in Sheep and Goats
First Aid for the Farm Naturally
March 12, 2013, 5:30 pm
Harmony Food Co-op in Bemidji, MN
Harvesting Your Own Herbal Detoxifiers
March 23, 2013 11 am to 2:30 pm
MSU Fergus Falls, MN
Holistic Care for Sheep, Goats and Horses
April 23, 2013 5:30 pm
Harmony Food Co-op in Bemidji, MN
Harvesting Your Own Herbal Detoxifiers
218-751-2009 to register
June 13, 2013 (date subject to change slightly)
Oak Hills Christian College, Bemidji, MN
Edible Wild Plants
August 15 - 16, 2013
Michigan Fiber Festival, Allegan, MI
- First Aid for the Farm Naturally
- Minerals for Health in Sheep and Goats
- Herbs for Deworming in Sheep and Goats
- Homeopathy for Holistic Flock Health
September 27 - 29, 2013
Oregon Flock and Fiber Fest, Canby, OR
Friday, Sept. 27
- 9 am to noon -- Using Herbs for Deworming Sheep and Goats
- 1:30 pm to 4:30 -- Minerals for Health in Sheep and Goats
Sunday, Sept. 29
- 9 am to noon -- Natural First Aid for the Farm
- 1:30 pm to 4:30 -- Homeopathy: A Holistic Way to Provide Better Health for Your Flock

Online Webinars
Restoring and Maintaining Natural Health in the Flock
Join Alethea Kenney, Traditional Naturopath, Herbalist and Aromatherapist this winter for some exciting webinars.
Cost is $30 per webinar and is approximately 1.5 hours in length. Participants will receive handouts before each webinar and follow-up notes.
Contact [email protected] for more information or make payment below via PayPal. You do not have to have a PayPal account to pay for these webinars.
What participants are saying about these webinars:
"I found the webinar to be really informative, just the right length, the right amount of info. to actually take in vs. be overwhelmed." - E.S.
"The first webinar was amazing." - H.D.
"Just want you to know again we THOROUGHLY enjoyed your seminars, and if you are going to do any more, be sure to let us know. " - R. S.
"Thanks, Alethea, for the webinar tonight. I so appreciate the new knowledge." - P.C.
"Thanks so much for a great webinar!" - M.M.