Forage Your Smudge with April Punsalan at The Hostel in the Forest

Join botanist and herbalist, April Punsalan, on Wednesday, April 8th, 2026 to connect with the land, forage juniper, call in the four directions in ceremony, and make your own smudge bundles.

Event Details

• Date: Wednesday, April 8th, 2026 at 4:00 PM

• Location: The Hostel in the Forest, Brunswick, GA

• Open to: Overnight guests and day visitors. All ages welcome.

• Cost: Sliding scale of $15-$25 per person.

To make your overnight reservation, call us at 912-264-9738.

About April

April Punsalan is the visionary founder of Wild Herb Academy and a lifelong devotee of the plant world. With over 28 years of experience in herbalism and botany, her path weaves together science and spirit. She holds a two-year degree in Horticulture, a Bachelor of Science with an emphasis in Botany, a Traditional Herbalism Certificate, and a Master of Science emphasis in Botany. Beyond formal education, she has spent thousands of hours in direct relationship with wild plants—listening, harvesting, and preparing medicine in rhythm with the seasons. She hopes to cross paths with you to always help you find a new wild plant ally.