HEALING HUB
Taking your health and wellbeing into your own hands is an important part of off-grid living. Being self-sufficient encompasses all aspects of life and this space focuses on healing and strengthening body, mind and community.
FREE TALKS ALL WEEKEND!
The pillars to functional health, sustainable, ethical and in your hands. Do you know how to grow your medicine and take your health off grid?
Learn how to avoid chasing symptoms by returning to the old remedies, the proven medicine of time. Step into your own power, free from the matrix.
SATURDAY 11AM
Felicity Kerslake- Bush naturopath, nutritionist B.Nat, Accr Sport Nutr, MB practitioner, Cert IV Permaculture -
Australian Bushfood Education Centre
THE POWER OF PLANT MEDICINES & BUSHFOODS
The Power of Plant Medicines and Bushfoods- creating healthy people, country, and place.
The placenta and baby are one. When we remind ourselves that they both came from the same single cell, our perspectives can change on practices such as the Lotus Birth practice. The placenta and baby are truly in the most harmonious relationship and this relationship in my opinion if can, should end in their own time.
The Lotus Birth practice in short, is leaving the placenta and cord attached to the baby until it naturally disconnects neatly from the belly button.
During my talk, I will explain the physical and energetic benefits of the Lotus Birth practice and of course, where it originated from. You will have the chance to understand not only the babies benefits, but how it benefits the mother by having a Lotus Birth.
Why being off-grid is good for us!
In this presentation, Psychologist Mark Mathieson will outline the science of (re)connection and how being off-grid benefits both us as individuals AND the planet. Whilst being off-grid is almost always discussed in an economic or environmental benefit perspective, in this talk Mark will outline the hard science of why being ecologically aligned with natural principles as an individual or family is proven to be good for you, and ultimately the planet
Making Medijins in our Desert.
Join Kirsten as she explores the rich tapestry of Aboriginal bush medicines, where traditional knowledge intertwines with the profound connection to the land. Discover the centuries-old wisdom embedded in these remedies, rooted in a harmonious relationship with nature.
Explore the intricate balance between cultural heritage and the healing properties of plants, fostering a holistic approach to well-being. Be inspired by the profound connection between indigenous communities, the land, and the natural remedies that have sustained us for generations.
SATURDAY 3PM
Brenna & Becky - The Adventures of Ash & Indigo
INSPIRING FAMILY ADVENTURES - OFF THE SCREENS AND INTO THE WILDS
Join Breanna and Becky (nature connection facilitators) as they delve into the enchanting realm of children deeply connected to their wild spirits.
This talk is your invitation to step away from the hustle and bustle, breathe in the fresh air, and immerse yourself into the wild. Let's embark on a journey where togetherness, and the beauty of nature blend seamlessly into your family's story.
Discover how kids who are connected to the wild part of themselves and the world are deeply invested in its thriving future. This will be a casual talks space with heart-warming stories of youngsters who find solace and joy in nature, fostering a profound connection to the world around them. Let's journey together into the landscapes where the well-being of children and the flourishing of our planet dance hand-in hand.
Mead is widely thought to be one of the oldest alcoholic beverages in the world, and is also often used as a health-tonic due to its potential probiotic content. In this presentation Shane will talk about what mead is, including a brief history, stories about his own mead journey and walk you through how to make mead, with a handout of a very simple mead recipe and demonstration of how it's made.
SUNDAY 10AM
Greg Evans - Fairview Water
HEALTH AT A CELLULAR LEVEL
The redox signalling molecule is critical to sustain life, critical to maintain health and critical to improve health.
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Signalling at the genetic level, immune system, inflammatory response, cardiovascular health, healthy digestion and hormone modulation.
Join Magic Barclay to find out why a functional detox of the liver is essential for health, why so many other detox programs don't do the job, and how you can support healthy liver function.
In this talk she will also cover what happens when your liver is struggling- symptoms, conditions and imbalances.
Join Dr Peter Cock, Co founder of Moora Moora cooperative community, sociologist and Vic president of the sustainable living foundation as he unravels his 50 year journey of living in an off grid intentional community. Speaking about the potential, as well as the ups and downs of community life.
In this talk Peter will take a communal approach, allowing your questions to drive the details explored creating a humble and heart warming experience for everyone who attends.
"We are social beings. We come out of a tribal village heritage. That's part of who we are and that's what grows us. It's also oppressed us. I think we've gone to the other extreme of individualism – that deprives us of the support and meaning that comes from being in a community."
Did you know you can grow commercial herb crops for profit in a small space. Join Naomi Ingleton for a discussion on starting your own Medicinal Herb Farm or Patch, from the basics of site selection, herb selection, processing and finding a path to market.
Why a Herbal Revolution?
Chronic illness and disconnection from nature urge us to reclaim health sovereignty. Although herbalism constitutes 80% of global medicine, it is often overlooked in modern Western culture.
Reconnecting with our ancestry, foraging, and harvesting our medicine can enhance health, build resilient communities, and restore our bond with the land. Learn simple tips to revive forgotten knowledge, identify medicinal plants, and bring herbalism into your hom
Making Medijins in our Desert.
Join Kirsten as she explores the rich tapestry of Aboriginal bush medicines, where traditional knowledge intertwines with the profound connection to the land. Discover the centuries-old wisdom embedded in these remedies, rooted in a harmonious relationship with nature.
Explore the intricate balance between cultural heritage and the healing properties of plants, fostering a holistic approach to well-being. Be inspired by the profound connection between indigenous communities, the land, and the natural remedies that have sustained us for generations.
SUNDAY 4PM
Biannka Brannigan - Gestalt Psychotherapy and Counselling
RELATIONAL LIVING - A MOVEMENT TOWARDS A KINDER, MORE TOLERABLE WORLD
During this presentation we will explore how meta themes of capitalism and individualism influence our relationships and cause a "me vs you" way of being and how to find greater connection and intimacy. Together, we will look at the myth of the individual, how we get lost in competitive stances, dysfunctional ways of being that we are all prone to, and the way back to connection, finding safety within, fierce intimacy and how we become the movement for creating a kinder, more tolerable world.