Wild Abundance 65 Sanford Way, Weaverville, NC 28787

"I took the Women's Basic Carpentry class this past summer and am still in awe of how much I learned in such a short span of time. The instructors were very knowledgable and patient, and it truly did feel like a safe space in which people of all skill levels could learn. On top of that, you really can't beat the location. Asheville is an awesome city that I'm glad I had an excuse to visit. Can't recommend their classes highly enough (and can't wait to take another)!"

"I had amazing time learning about herbal remedies! I love the ambiance of the natural environment. Thank you for such wonderful experience with nature."

"I lived at Wild Abundance for 8 months as an apprentice. Natalie and Frank were gracious hosts, teachers, landlords, and friends. The property is rich with plant diversity and community. Wild Abundance offers accessible classes for any nature lover, not to mention those interested in resiliency, self-sufficiency, and connection. Long-term residents not only have the ability to cook and gather in a beautiful outdoor kitchen with mind-blowing views but also to produce, gather, and process much of their own food and medicine. The space is memorable, inclusive, and inspiring; classes are invigorating and thoughtful; instructors are passionate, resourceful, and humble. Wild Abundance is an invaluable resource for the local community and a prime example for educational homesteads at large."

"Wild Abundance is a fantastic school. Natalie and Frank are both deeply passionate and sincerely engaged personally in the subjects that they teach, there is no lack of substance and friendliness whatsoever. I’ve attended a few schools in the past that center around primitive skills, and Wild Abundance with Natalie’s leadership is by far my favorite experience. The campus is a living and breathing embodiment of many of the subjects taught, and to me it’s an optimal environment for earth based/home steading immersion."

"I have always been completely in love with nature and learning wild plants and their properties. For years I had been so eager to learn from mentors like these remarkable people. I finally took my first class at Wild Abundance in May. Not only have I learned incredible things about wild plants, the class has strengthened my relationship with nature through teaching the importance of reciprocity and love. Natalie and Frank will welcome you to their wild mountain haven, fill your mind and heart with invaluable knowledge and then introduce you to their community of exceptionally skilled teachers that will equally blow your mind. I am so grateful for everything I learned at the Wildcrafting and Medicine Making Class and can hardly wait to return to this magical place. If the wild is calling, listen."