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ALPINE APOTHECARIES: SWITZERLAND

WITH EDUCATORS

COST PER STUDENT:
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AGE GROUP:
• 10 – 14 years old (13 students maximum)

PERFECT FOR:
This adventure connects chemistry, history, ecology, and personal wellness, perfect for curious adventurers ages 10–14 with a love for science, nature, and hands-on learning.

High in the heart of the Swiss Alps, a new generation of healers, hikers, and herbalists will gather for a summer of discovery. This four-week adventure invites young learners to explore the intricate ecosystems of alpine landscapes while investigating the healing power of plants. From field foraging to lab-based extraction, students will learn how to identify, prepare, and apply herbal remedies rooted in the rich traditions of Swiss plant medicine.
Interwoven with our botanical explorations is a focus on modern care: students will earn First Aid & CPR certification aligned with Red Cross standards, gaining vital, real-world safety skills. By connecting chemistry, history, ecology, and personal wellness, this program empowers young people to become thoughtful stewards of both land and community.

Perfect for curious adventurers ages 10–14 with a love for science, nature, and hands-on learning.
By the end of the month, students will develop their own alpine plant field guides and portable personal first aid kits.
We will culminate the adventure with a final learning showcase, featuring hands-on demonstrations, plant medicine exhibits, and student-led presentations.

- Immersive, place-based, experiential learning program designed and co-taught by expert educators for a maximum group of 13 students, ages 10–14.
- Interdisciplinary instruction in:
- - Alpine botany and wild plant identification
  - Traditional Swiss herbalism and medicine-making techniques
  - Chemistry of plant-based compounds and preparation methods
  - History of medicine: from folk remedies to pharmacology
- First Aid & CPR training, with official certification issued upon completion.
- Guided hikes in meadows, forests, and mountain trails near Bern to observe plant habitats and gather specimens.
- Lab sessions where students make their own salves, tinctures, and herbal teas using ethical foraging and safe methods.
- Creative and scientific journaling: students will develop their own alpine plant field guides and portable personal first aid kits.
- A final learning showcase, featuring hands-on demonstrations, plant medicine exhibits, and student-led presentations.
- Accommodations: Families are responsible for arranging their own lodging.
- Transportation: Each family should arrange their own flights and local transport.
- Meals: Meals are not provided. Students should bring water and a light snack each day.