Venue
Mycelium Mysteries
September 25, 26, & 27, 2020 • Almond, WI
Spring Herbal Conference
May 28, 29 & 30, 2021 • Almond, WI
Since our 3rd conference in June of 2014, the Midwest Women’s Herbal Conference has been held at Camp Helen Brachman. Our Fall Mushroom Retreat is also held at Camp Helen Brachman. The camp, which is part of COA Youth & Family Services, is located in Almond, a small community in central Wisconsin. This location offers: 200 acres of plant walks, a quiet lake for swimming, meals by Dani Lind of Rooted Spoon Catering, a female camp director who supports the mission of the conference, and rustic accommodations.
Accommodations
Cabins:
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Main cabins are a 5 minute walk from workshop spaces and the dining hall.
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Remote cabins are a 15-20 minute walk from workshop spaces and dining hall.
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All cabins are shared by 8-14 women.
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Beds are bunks with a mattress and a space for your belongings (bring your own pillow, sheets & towels).
Camping:
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Main camping is a 10 minute walk from workshop spaces and the dining hall, and near the general parking area.
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Remote camping is a 15-20 minute walk from workshop spaces and the dining hall, and general parking area.
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Campers in both areas will unload gear near the camping area, carry it to a campsite, and then move vehicles to the parking area.
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Bring all of your own camping gear, linens and towels.
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Bathrooms and showers available to you in a cabin or shower house nearby.
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Porta-potties are available in the camping area.
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Each adult camping must register and pay for camping as their lodging option, even if sharing a tent.
Meals:
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Immersion participants will enjoy a new, improved menu with fresh, locally-sourced food, prepared by Camp Helen Brachman.
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Midwest Women’s Herbal Conference and Mycelium Mysteries participants will indulge in the culinary genius of Dani Lind at Rooted Spoon.
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Meals and snacks will be local, natural and organic when available and will accommodate the most commonly requested dietary needs i.e. carnivore, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free. Ingredients will be listed so women can make informed choices.
You will receive a Final Confirmation Letter email about a month before each event. Please read carefully as it contains information to help you arrive with ease and enjoy your stay!
Nearby Offsite Lodging
If you have registered as a commuter - someone who is lodging away from Camp Helen Brachman - below are some lodging options. If you registered as a commuter but intend to share a tent with a friend in the conference camping area, please email to change your registration. All adults camping in the conference camping area at Camp Helen Brachman must pay the camping fee. Thank you!