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Shamanic Healing Retreat in Redding
rather than plots of water-thirsty turf. clover loses leaf mass from mowing, its “For full sun, work with California yarroots die off to compensate and nitrorow, purple sage, Indian mallow, white gen enters the soil for neighboring plant roots to use.” sage, lupines and California sagebrush,” oin shamanic practitioners and White clover works well for those on a budget; microclover costs recommends Charlie Nardozzi, of Ferristeachers Deana Paqua and Jessica more and is even better. burgh, Vermont, authorHunter of Foodscaping. for a day of shamanic healing For shady, “In shade, try mountain yarrow, mimufor gratitude, transformation, abun- north-facing or boggytamford has areas, Strauss recommends sweet lus monkey flower, California dance, discovery andwet enlightenment. a new option woodruff. Moss is another option. honeysuckle, California This all-day healing retreat is open for those seeking flannel bush and coyto anyone and all levels who wish to look and feel otetomint.” learn more about Semi-Arid, shamanism andSteppe their best during ™ shamanic “Blue grama healing practices and tech-Climes and Desert the holiday seagrass is that native to be incorporated leaves that puddle around niques can into “If you crave a lawn but Deana want toPaqua go nason and beyond. 7eFit Spa has opened on High Ridge Road, manylife states, and it, suitable for shade or tive, Habiturf is perfect for the hot, dry daily for transformation and posioffering a variety of aesthetic services and non-invasive techbuffalo grass is partially shaded areas,” Southwest,” says Penick. Developed by tive changes. The event will be held at niques to support mind and body wellness. An open house is native to statesat The the advises Penick. “It’s Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Centhe sanctuary Redding Center scheduled for November 22 from noon to 7pm. west of the Mis-on November slow The to grow, butservice highlyofferings—which will be available as ter, in Austin, Texas, it’s a mix of several for Meditation 14 from regular sissippi River in drought-tolerant and nicely Relax while our technology native turf grasses, looks like a shaggy 10am to 5pm. brief demonstration sessions during the open house—include the right places,” covers a dry slope or spills . does the work traditional lawn and can be occasionA variety of techniques and teachanti-aging and oxygen facials with oxygen therapy, Torc Plus bio- adds Greenlee. a retaining wall. Texas ally mowed on a high setting to keep it Noover surgery or invasive procedures. ings will be incorporated throughout electric stimulation for targeted muscle activation (also availableThey’re especially sedge makes a low-growing, neat. Once established, it needs far less the day, including shamanic journey Infrared Sauna therapy) • Micro-dermabrasion with oxygen and weight loss, infrared sauna for detoxifisuited for meadows estab- water than traditional turf. meadowy alternative that’s evergreen Myolift • Torc Body Waxing personal weight loss program. work, shamanic ceremonies, crystal cation, Reiki and• the DietMaster lished in drought-prone regions. and mowing only once every year “Silver healing ponyfoot grows well in many Diet needs Master • Oxygen Bar • Reiki The Torc Plus has been FDA-cleared and is known to be healing, various spirit medicine or two.” Facials • Oxygen Facials regions as an annual; perennial, it Dermalogica teachings and shamanic techniques for as aJessica effective for muscle tightening, toning, cellulite reduction Hunter Moss is a Whitening fine option for shady and Rainy Marine Areas needs mild winters,” Penick continues. Teeth clearing and manifestation practices. and inch loss. moist areas. moss is naturally colo“Native to western Texas, New combinaMexico “For sunny areas, try goat’s pen- bring Paquabeard, and Hunter a unique and informative Save“If Now with Founder Tracey Scalzi, a long-time Stamford resident nizing a patch of yard, allow it to fill in and Arizona, it likes good drainage, gravstemon, beach strawberry, mock orange Introductory Prices! tion of shamanic healing and teachings to their gatherings. and business owner, decided to open 7eFitSpa because she where the lawn doesn’t want to grow,” elly soil and full-to-part sun.” and huckleberry,” says Nardozzi, who Paqua specializes in Andean and South American shaCall 203-356-5822 wanted a new business dedicated to helping people look Penick counsels. “It makes a springy, Hunter Xeriscaping—landscaping that covers gardening nationally attraditions, while manic focuses on North American and feel their best. The |spa had a soft opening in June but 1092 Highgroundcover Ridge Road needing Stamford, evergreen onlyCT 06905 requires little to no water—is especially GardeningWithCharlie.com. “For part shamanic traditions. Together, they provide educational and was fully operational with| all equipment and services avail7efitspact1@gmail.com www.7efitspa.com brief misting to keep it looking good in hot, dryencompass regions. Plant picks shade, experiment with gooseberry,shamanic red prevalent inspirational gatherings that a variety able in mid-September. during dry periods.” typically include cactus, succulents, flowering currants, western amelanchiof teachings and a global connection of a variety of Shaagave and herbs like rosemary or sage. er, deer fern, trillium and wildHealing ginger.”practices. manic For more information, visit 7eLLC.com and visit the Mediterranean and Adding some clover to a traditional Stamford location, email 7eFitSpaCT1@gmail.com or call John D. Ivanko and Lisa Kivirist, co-aulawn may eliminate theFor need for information, fertilizCalifornia more visit EmbodytheSacred.net and 203-356-5822.Coast Location: 1092 High Ridge Rd, Stamford thors of ECOpreneuring and Farmstead ers while retaining some turf, says Erica Plentiful sunshine, rare frosts and modest HunterHealingHands.com. See ads, pages 10 and 20. (inside Salon Cheveaux). See ad, page 15. Strauss, of Gamonds, Washington, in her Chef, operate the Inn Serendipity, in rainfalls make many California coastal Browntown, WI. Northwest Edible Life blog. “When the areas perfect for growing lots of plants,
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