
By Amie Durenberger If you ever want to ruffle some healthcare-feathers, bring up the topic …
Professional Naturalist and Science Journalist
Amie Durenberger is a professional naturalist and science journalist located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Her writing has appeared in the Teaching Artists Journal and The Department of Natural Resources’ Minnesota Conservation Volunteer.
Since 2013, she has worked as an environmental educator, teaching children and adults about biodiversity, conservation, and edible and medicinal plant uses. She is passionate about providing the public with knowledge and resources in which they can use to promote personal health and develop a stronger connection to the land. She also recognizes that many herbal remedies originated in indigenous tribes and aims to always use healing plants in a way that respects and honors those original people.
Amie’s favorite herbal preparations include fresh nettle tea, homemade plantain salve, and wild sumac lemonade.
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