Wild
Medicine
Conference
Weekend Conference
Includes workshops starting Friday afternoon.
Pre-Conference Options
Pre-Conference Arrival + Feast and Friday Morning Intensives
Food Options
Meal Plan Info
Our nourishing meal plan will include a variety of options such as Buddha Bowls, a Baked Potato Bar, Soups and Salads, and hearty breakfasts. During registration you can request a vegan, vegetarian, and/or gluten-free meal plan. Because there are no restaurants or food vendors nearby, we highly recommend the meal plan. For those without a meal plan, please note that dorms and car camping options do not include access to refrigerators, microwaves, or stoves.
Lodging Options
Choose from Car Camping, Group Dorms and Lodge Rooms
Camping Dorms
Camping dorms include 10-18 twin beds and a shared communal bathroom inside the dorm. There are male dorms and female dorms available. Linens are not included and kitchen access is not available.
Lodge Rooms
Lodge Rooms are double-occupancy hotel style rooms. Each room has 2 queen beds, and you will share the room with one other person, or you can upgrade to a private room. Lodge rooms include linens and kitchen access.
Car Camping
A limited number of Car Camping spots are available and include access to Camping Dorm Bathrooms and Showers. No tents, hammocks or fires are allowed. For tent-camping, we recommend staying at a nearby campground. If you are staying off site, you'll need to choose the Commuter option during registration.
FAQs & More Info
When is The Wild Medicine Conference?
May 2-4, 2025 (Pre-conference program starts on May 1, 2025)
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Where is The Wild Medicine Conference?
Camp McDowell: 105 Delong Rd, Nauvoo, AL
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Who is hosting The Wild Medicine Conference?
The Wild Medicine Conference is a collaborative effort between several herbalists and volunteers including Michelle Rigling, Heather Holloway, Ruth Shelton, Leah Larabell, Joanna Mann and Phyllis D. Light.
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What is the refund policy?
The full policy is at the bottom of this page + on the registration page.
Registrations (including deposits and partial-payments towards registration) are non-refundable and there are no exceptions. Fully paid registrations can be transferred to another person through April 25, 2025, however no modifications can be made to the registration as part of the transfer. Transfers must be submitted via email and must be formally approved.
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Who can attend?
WMC is open to all adults ages 18+. Contact us for more information if you'd like to register and bring a teenage relative with you.​
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Who cannot attend?
The 2025 WMC is not open to children or teens. All attendees must be at least 18 years of age.
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Can mothers bring nursing little ones?
Nursing infants and toddlers are welcome if their registered mother has a private cabin room or is a commuter. An exception would include a parent or friend couple sharing a Lodge Room as roommates.
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What is the 2025 workshop schedule?
The detailed workshop schedule will be available in early 2025. Check back for updates!
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What food will be served?
The menu will include a variety of nourishing options including meat, lots of vegetables, a salad bar, and more. The full menu will be available at least 1 month before the conference.
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How will parking work?
Parking is included in registration. Upon arrival and check-in, you will be directed to parking as close to your lodging as possible.
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What time can I arrive?
Check-in for the Early Arrival Program is on Thursday from 4:00pm-6:00pm. ​
Check-in for Friday Morning Intensives is from 8:00am-9:00am.
Check-in for the Weekend Conference is Friday from 1:00pm-6:00pm.
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How will lodging assignments work?
Roommate requests will be honored as long as they are made during registration. If you choose double occupancy and do not indicate a roommate who has registered, we will assign someone of the same gender to your room.
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Is tent camping available?
Not at Camp McDowell. You are welcome to register as a Commuter and then secure your own campsite at a nearby campground or park. Or you can choose the Car Camper option and glamp in your vehicle.
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Are Day Passes available?
A small number of commuter passes will be available when registration opens. They include daily access to workshops on Friday afternoon, Saturday, and Sunday morning. They do NOT include lodging or meals, but you can add a meal plan during registration. If you attempt to register and do not see the Commuter option, they are sold out. ​​
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Are volunteer opportunities available?
Yes! If you are interested in participating in our work exchange program, please email us at wildmedicineconference@gmail.com.
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What should I bring?
A notebook, raingear, snacks, a mug/tumbler for tea, and personal items for free time are recommended. You may also want to bring a camp chair and yoga mat.
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What items are not allowed?
Animals, firearms, unregistered guests, and illegal substances are not allowed, per regulations of the venue.
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Who is the Director of The Wild Medicine Conference?
Michelle Rigling is the director of Wild Medicine. She is also the founder of The Midsouth Women's Herbal Conference.
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What if I still have questions?
Please email us at wildmedicineconference@gmail.com.
2025 Refund Policies
Refund Policies
Effective 10/1/2024
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Early bird registration deposits are non-refundable.
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Conference registration fees are non-refundable. No refunds or credits are available. Registrations cannot be used as a credit for other events.
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Early Arrival program fees are non-refundable.
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Meal plan fees are refundable through April 15, 2025. These refunds are subject to online processing fees charged by our registration platform and/or online processing company.
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Conference registrations may be transferred to another adult through April 27, 2025. Transfers must be confirmed via email: wildmedicineconference@gmail.com.
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If the conference cannot be held in person due to a public health crisis or any other unforeseen circumstance, the conference may shift to a virtual platform. If this happens, we will refund meal plan fees and a portion of registration fees. The amount of each individual refund will be determined by the expenses we have already incurred at the time of the cancellation. This is a community supported, registration-funded event and we appreciate your understanding.
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If the event is fully cancelled due to unforeseen or emergency circumstances, we will refund at least 75% of your registration fees and provide you with a credit for the amount that we are unable to refund that can be used at a future Wild Medicine event.
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If you have any questions or concerns about our refund policy, please ask before your register.