Full Moon Sunset Nature Hike
2026-04-30 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Full Moon Sunset Nature Hike

Full moon, May 2023. Photo: Joe P. Powers

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On Thursday evening, April 30, from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m., Rondia and I will lead a Full Moon Sunset Nature Hike to a vista point above the Ojai Valley where we can watch the sunset afterglow and rising of the moon. Both will happen around 7:20 p.m. Although the actual time of the full moon is on Friday, May 1, at 10:23 a.m., it is obviously not visible then. And It rises too late that night to schedule a hike. So April 30 is the ideal time to view it in its fullness.
We’ll meet at the trailhead at 5:15 p.m. for a 5:30 p.m. start, then gradually hike about 1.5 miles to the viewing site, experiencing some elevation gain on a well-worn, dirt fire road with uneven footing in places. Along the way we’ll stop to meet some valuable edible and medicinal plants, including:
Black & Purple SageBlue ElderberryCoastal SagebrushPassionfruitPrickly-Pear andYucca
We’ll also identify Poison Oak.
After witnessing the sunset and moonrise, we’ll walk back to the trailhead by remaining daylight, moonlight, and flashlight, returning to the trailhead at about 8:00 p.m. I will have copies of my book, Medicinal Herbs of California, for sale and signing before and after the hike.
Heavy rain or chance of thunderstorms will cancel event.
If there is interest we can meet up at Ojai Valley Brewery for an after-party.
My 2021 book, Medicinal Herbs of California, will be available at the trailhead for sale and signing.
Paid registrants will receive a confirmation email a few days prior to the event with all necessary info, including what to bring, weather forecast, and directions to the trailhead. Afterwards, they also will receive a follow-up email with a list of all plants and wildlife seen.
In addition to the adult tickets ($35), tickets for students 13-17 ($25) and children 6-12 ($15) are offered below. One supervising adult must accompany each child 12 years old or younger. Senior discount is available by request.
No dogs or smoking, please.
MY WEATHER POLICY: Walks and hikes will go on RAIN OR SHINE unless there is a steady downpour on the morning of the event, probability of thunderstorm, or a solid forecast of either the day before. Light rain or drizzle will not result in cancellation on my part. I will update registrants by email and text, as needed, and issue refunds if I need to cancel because of the weather.
MY CANCELLATION POLICY: I will refund your payment if you notify me up to 72 hours (3 days) before the start of the event. After that I will make every effort to fill your space (and I’m usually successful) but cannot guarantee.

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Note: Online payment includes a PayPal fee. If you prefer, when you register you can request instructions for mailing a payment of $35/adult, $25/student, or $15/child (one per adult) as long as there is still time for mail delivery.Cancellation policy: I will refund your payment if you notify me up to 72 hours (3 days) before the start of the event. After that I will make every effort to fill your space (and I’m usually successful) but cannot guarantee.

Ojai Herbal Retreat
2026-05-30 09:00 - 17:00
Ojai Herbal Retreat

Immerse yourself in plant wisdom, gentle practices, and meaningful community. This in-person gathering Saturday, May 30, on the forested grounds of Krotona Institute brings together skilled herbalists for outdoor workshops, practical knowledge, and a nourishing retreat in the beautiful Ojai landscape. Vegetarian lunch options are available to be delivered, allowing you to remain in this special meditative environment for the entire day.

Attendees will rotate through four outdoor stations for hands-on workshops, including

“Creative Rituals for Everyday Beauty” with Jiling Lin (Acupuncturist, Herbalist, Artist)

“Grounding Through Touch: Herbal Oils & Self-Massage Rituals” with Emily Watson (Certified Clinical Herbalist; Certified Clinical Nutritionist; Founder/Director, Artemisia Academy of Herbal Arts & Healing, )

“Rest, Reset and Restore” with Carol Wade (Registered Herbalist (AHG); Founder/Director, Ojai School of Herbal Studies; Founder, Earth Island Medicinal Herb Garden)

“Meet the Global Plant Community of Krotona Hill:” An Herb Walk with Lanny Kaufer (Retreat Director, Author of Medicinal Herbs of California, Founder of Herb Walks [1976])

A relaxed 1.5 hour lunch break will allow for time to enjoy the peace and beauty of the Krotona campus. Admission tickets include an option to pre-pay for a vegetarian lunch to be delivered from one of 3 participating restaurants. That convenience will allow you to spend the entire day in retreat without having to run into town.

Visit OjaiHerbal.org for all the details and registration. Early-bird prices in effect through April 30.
