Cone + Compound Incense Workshop-Sun Sept 20th

Date: Sunday Sept 20th 2026
Location: Lekwungen Territory (Outdoor location will be shared with participants)
Time: 12pm-4pm

Join herbalist and medicinal herb farmer Marae in a hands-on workshop crafting hand-rolled incense cones and cooktop-blended compound incense slabs. We will making blends with locally grown and farm-direct herbs, berries, roots, seasonal fruit juices, fruit, floral waters, herb resins and honey (vegan alternatives available) Participants will learn blending and shaping methods and take their custom cones and slabs home to cure.

We will explore both the physiological and energetic benefits of plant smoke, discussing its use across various cultural and historical contexts. The workshop will create space for conversations around the respectful use of plant smoke, acknowledging the issues of appropriation of First Nations indigenous sacred plants and smudging practices. We will highlight the importance of culturally relevant, sustainable and respectful alternatives for folks of mixed ancestries. Marae will provide tips on at-home growing and sourcing ingredients.

If you’d like to work with a specific culturally significant-to you plant, you are welcome to bring it along to incorporate in your blend!

Please bring:
-Snacks and water.
-A cup for tea
-Journal for note taking
-If you have a mortar and pestle, or any herbs you would like to incorporate please bring them with.

Registration is sliding scale $35-65 via e-transfer to [email protected]
or
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