Summer Virtual Workshop Series: Reclaiming Nature: Responsible Harvesting and Repurposing Invasive Species

Join us this summer for an engaging and educational webinar series that reimagines the way we approach invasive plants. Hosted in collaboration with invasive species groups across the Columbia Basin, this three-part series explores innovative ways to responsibly harvest and creatively repurpose problem plants. Each session will feature expert presentations on invasive species management, responsible harvesting techniques, and unique guest speakers sharing inspiring ways to transform invaders into valuable resources.

Virtual Workshop Schedule

🌿 From Invaders to Ingredients: Discover the Power of Medicinal and Edible Invasive Plants🌿

  • Learn how to turn invasive plants into nourishing and healing resources with this session on edible and medicinal uses of invasive species.
  • June 4th, 6:00-7:00 PM PT
  • Hosted by CKISS with Tilia Botanicals

🌿 Crafting Tinctures and Salves: Harnessing the Healing Potential of Invasive Plants

  • Explore how mullein, and other invasive plant species that threaten our local ecosystems, can be repurposed into beautiful, functional salves and tinctures.
  • July 2nd, 6:00-7:00 PM PT
  • Hosted by CSISS with Ashta Frank

🌿 Problem Plants to Paper

  • Discover the art of papermaking with invasive plants, turning problem species into creative opportunities.
  • August 6th, 6:00-7:00 PM PT
  • Hosted by EKISC with Jane Kramer


This collaborative project is proudly supported by the Columbia Basin Trust. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn, create, and contribute to sustainable solutions for invasive plant management.