Welcome to Sage Mountain Retreat Center and Botanical Sanctuary

Good people, good royal greening verdancy,
Rooted in the sun,
You shine with radiant light
~ Hildegard of Bingen
Founded 24 years ago by Rosemary Gladstar and Karl Slick, Sage Mountain Herbal Retreat Center & Botanical Sanctuary is one of New England's foremost learning centers for Herbs and Earth awareness. Located on 500 pristine acres in central Vermont, this beautiful piece of Earth Mother is a natural sanctuary and teaching site. There is an incredible assortment of wild herbs and flowers growing in habitats that vary from meadows, forest to swamp. Our wild neighbors include deer, black bear, moose, beavers, otters, fox and a wonderful variety of feathered folk that honor us with their presence. Over the years we've planted extensive gardens that feature at risk native medicinal plants. It is with a special feeling in our heart that we invite others to share in the bounty and teachings of this land with us. Throughout the year we offer a series of workshops that emphasize our relationship to Earth Mother and to each other. Our teachings encompass multi-dimensional traditions and experiences. All strive to bring us closer to ourselves and deeper in harmony with our heart space.
Rosemary Gladstar

Though Rosemary is the primary teacher at the center, our staff has evolved to include many other fine herbalists, healers, and naturalists. Sage Mountain is a beautiful and inspiring place to learn. Surrounded by forest, fen and meadows, there are over eight miles of hiking trails, streams, and vistas that stretch out over several mountain ranges. Our facilities are pleasantly rustic and comfortable. Indoor facilities include a yurt, dome, and tipi as well as a large comfortable classroom with library, kitchen and indoor bathrooms. However, our favorite classrooms are the woodlands and wild gardens that surround us. Participants are encouraged to camp, but there is plenty of indoor dormitory style lodging. We also have a wood fired sauna and outdoor jacuzzi which are favorite places for easing aching muscles and star gazing.

To register or for further information on any of our programs please write or call.

  • All workshops are purposely limited in space and generally fill up quickly; pre-registration is requested.
  • A non-refundable/non-transferable deposit is required to hold your place.
  • A map and further information will be sent to you.


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