The Biodynamic Association of Northern California seeks to inspire social, environmental and spiritual renewal through the cultivation of the art and science of Biodynamic agriculture.
June 20-21st
Gifts of the Plant, Gifts of the Bees, How Can We Give Back?
Join us for our Summer Solstice on Farm Gathering & Celebration of 40 YEARS of BDANC
Summerfield Waldorf School & Farm, CA
GIFTS OF THE PLANTS, GIFTS OF THE BEES
HOW CAN WE GIVE BACK?
JUNE 20-21, 2026
AT SUMMERFIELD WALDORF SCHOOL, SANTA ROSA CA
8:30 Welcome, Introductions & Eurythmy with Lilith Dupuis
9:30 BioDynamics? A Farmer’s Perspective with host Birgit and Erik Landowne
10:00 Plant Observation: Guided observation with artistic study focused on the Equisetum and Valerian plants (Medicinal plants used in BioDynamics) with Emma Wade & Birgit Landowne
10:45 Break
11:00 Equisetum & Valerian Practices in BioDynamics: Explore different techniques on how to use these two plants. Identify their contrasting qualities and different potential uses with Sebastien Dupuis & Harald Hoven.
11:45 The Plant’s Giving Gesture & The Human-Plant Relationship A study and conversation looking at the Biodynamic Agriculture Lectures by Rudolf Steiner with Franz Eilers
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About BDANC
We are a member-run organization that aims to promote the Biodynamic approach to farming and gardening.
Through BDANC we have the opportunity to:
Gather a dynamic interchange of people from many arenas of Biodynamics
Spread our collective knowledge, learn from each other and grow together through study
Get reports of activities in the larger Biodynamic and farming community
Learn about the preparations by making them together
Ensure availability of the preps to the community
Experience other farms and gardens
Renew our spiritual intentions and our commitment to each other
We accomplish our goals through:
Seasonal quarterly meetings (Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall)
A membership mailing and emailing list for an e-newsletter
Making and selling the Biodynamic preparations
Meeting expenses with income from membership dues and preparations
Management by steering committee members
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