Holistic Horizons

12/06/2025

A huge thank you to Aromatics International for their generous sponsorship 💚

With heartfelt thanks, Airmid Institute and Roi Farm extend deep gratitude to our generous sponsors! 🙏

Aromatics International proudly supports Crete’s Aromatic Tapestry: Celebrating Biodiversity & Medicinal Plant Riches of Greece, taking place October 17–19, 2025, as a Roi Farm Sponsor! 💚

This sponsorship proudly supports Roi Farm, Airmid Institute’s event partner. Roi Farm is a thriving example of sustainability in action, rooted in permaculture and regenerative practices. Located in Crete, it features rainwater harvesting and companion planting to support biodiversity and soil health. With olive and carob trees, a pond ecosystem, and medicinal plants like Greek sage (‘Salvia fruticosa’), the farm will serve as an education hub during this event.

✨About Aromatics International
Our home is in western Montana, in the valley below the Bitterroot Mountains of the Rocky Mountain range. Surrounded by wild beauty and seasonal rhythm, this is where our work begins with a deep love for the plants, the land, and the people who care for them.

Aromatics International is a family-run business rooted in connection. What began as a shared passion has grown into a trusted source for those who value purity, sustainability, and the quiet wisdom of nature.

We work with small-scale farmers and artisan distillers around the world. These are people we know by name who share our care for the earth and the traditions that protect it. Together, we offer essential oils, hydrosols, and carrier oils that are certified organic, organically grown, or responsibly wildcrafted. Every ingredient is handled with intention and gratitude.

Each essential oil is GCMS tested and fully traceable so you can feel confident in what you are using. Our hydrosols are distilled for their own therapeutic purpose, never as byproducts, and are bottled fresh using aseptic techniques that preserve their vitality. Carrier oils are cold pressed and unrefined. Butters such as shea are prepared by skilled artisans using traditional methods that honor both the plant and the people who work with it.

Each offering reflects the plant in its purest form. Nothing added. Nothing removed. Just the plant, prepared with care and respect.

We are an education-driven partner. Through high-quality ingredients, honest education, and lasting partnership, we are honored to walk this path with you. Our work supports a global community of aromatherapists, herbalists, and wellness practitioners who value safety, efficacy, and ethical sourcing. We are here to help you create with confidence and purpose.

With growers and distillers across the globe, we are all connected through the plants we care for and the values we hold dear. Like the roots of trees beneath the surface, this work reminds us that even across great distances, we are part of something shared. Each bottle carries the quiet strength of that connection.

🌱Aromatics International Commitment to Sustainability
At Aromatics International, sustainability begins with relationships. We work closely with growers and distillers who care for the land with intention. Through organic farming, regenerative practices, and ethical wildcrafting, they help protect the plants, the soil, and the natural balance that allows life to thrive.

These partnerships nurture the ecosystems where plants grow, while also supporting rural livelihoods, honoring cultural traditions, and helping to keep plant knowledge alive. Every step we take, from harvest to bottling, is shaped by respect for the earth, for the people who care for it, and for the generations who will follow.

Sustainability, to us, means creating a future where natural healing remains possible. A future where fields bloom, wild plants flourish, and the quiet wisdom of nature is still within reach. This way of working reflects our mission. It flows through everything we do, from how we build relationships to how we care for each plant. It is how we honor the land, and how we care for one another. 💚

Website URL:
www.aromatics.com

Social Accounts:
• Instagram: aromaticsinternational
• Facebook: aromatherapyoils
• Pinterest: aromatics
• TikTok: Aromatics International

Phone:
• 406-273-9833

Email
• team@aromatics.com

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If you are interested in becoming a Green Hands Sponsor or a Medicinal & Aromatic Plant Sponsor, of if you’d like to register for this event, please visit https://airmidinstitute.org/study-abroad/ or contact info@airmidinstitute.org for more details! 🫒

We hope to share a wonderful botanical experience with you in Crete!

26/02/2025

3 days left on the tier 1 early bird price! 💚

FOUR DAYS LEFT! (TIER 1) EARLY BIRD SAVINGS END FEBRUARY 28th! 💚

Join us for "Crete’s Aromatic Tapestry: Celebrating Biodiversity and Medicinal Plant Riches of Greece" being held October 17-19, 2025 in Crete, Greece! 🇬🇷

This special event will bring together experienced lecturers and special guests including a unique opportunity to engage with Crete's rich botanical resources through lectures and hands-on activities.

Led by experts in permaculture, clinical aromatherapy, sustainability, and complementary therapies Savia íbera, Anna Papazoglou, Dr. Jacqui Stringer, Dr. Kelly Ablard, and Jenny Charlton highlight permaculture and sustainable harvesting, Cretan essential oils and hydrolats, practical applications of Greek medicinal and aromatic plants in clinical and home care, the role of chemotypes in our environment and practice, a special roundtable on the olive tree, guided meditation and chair yoga. Special guest lecturers include Cretan distiller and educator Ildiko Berecz, medicinal and aromatic plant specialist Manolis Petakakis and botanist and local herbalist Paola Pardini.

This unforgettable event will not only offer a wealth of learning opportunities but also foster a deep connection with Crete’s natural and cultural heritage, ensuring participants (local and international) leave with both knowledge and memorable experiences. This is a unique chance to explore one of the world’s most significant biodiversity hotspots and apply these insights in a practical and impactful manner.
Lectures and hands-on activities will occur on site at Roi Farm and at Fabrica Farm and Houses.

Registration includes: 🫒
1. LIMITED Accommodation from October 16-20th, 2025 at one of the Fabrica Houses (✨inquire about sponsored subsidies for those who don't need accommodation!✨)
2. Access to all workshops (~ 21 hours of lecture)
3. Access to a guided medicinal and aromatic plant walk
4. Daily breakfast and light lunch (Oct. 17-19th)
5. Access to the Olive ('Olea europaea') Round Table which includes a tasting of locally sourced olives, olive oil, bread, and a glass of traditional Greek raki
6. A small take home gift
7. Chair yoga and guided meditation
8. Surprise session!

Roi Farm 🫒
Roi Farm is a thriving example of sustainable living, embracing permaculture principles to create a self-sustaining, ecologically balanced environment. The farm incorporates hügelkultur beds (raised garden beds built with layers of organic material), which enhance water retention and soil fertility, alongside a pond with ducks that contribute to pest control and natural fertilization. The landscape is adorned with olive trees and carob trees, staples of the Cretan ecosystem, alongside a diverse collection of medicinal and aromatic plants, including 'Salvia fruticosa' (Greek sage), known for its culinary, medicinal, and ecological significance.

Fabrica Farm & Houses 🫒
Fabrica Farm & Houses, owned and operated by Nicos and Lola Frantzeskakis, is an agritourism retreat located in Vamos, a traditional village in Chania, Crete, nestled between the sea and the White Mountains. The property comprises two sections: Fabrica Houses, featuring three autonomous stone-built homes originally constructed in 1886 and restored to preserve their traditional architecture, and Fabrica Farm, which includes six houses set within a family-owned olive grove.

Vamos Village 🫒
The village of Vamos itself is rich in history, with well-preserved architectural heritage, including churches like St. Nikolaos and St. Georgios, and the old Girls' School. Nearby attractions include the ruins of a 13th-century frescoed monastery and the Venetian mansion in the old village of Karydi. Fabrica Houses offers an authentic immersion into Cretan rural life, combining traditional hospitality with cultural and natural experiences.

✨Spots (and Fabrica rooms) are filling fast! To learn more about this event and to register, please visit: https://airmidinstitute.org/study-abroad/

We hope you will join us in Crete! 🫒💚

06/02/2025

Grab yourself a place on this fabulous training, in beautiful Crete, at the early bird price 💚

(TIER 1) EARLY BIRD SAVINGS END FEBRUARY 28th! ✨🪶

Join us for "Crete’s Aromatic Tapestry: Celebrating Biodiversity and Medicinal Plant Riches of Greece" being held October 17-19, 2025 in Crete, Greece! 🇬🇷

This special event will bring together experienced lecturers and special guests including a unique opportunity to engage with Crete's rich botanical resources through lectures and hands-on activities.

Led by experts in permaculture, clinical aromatherapy, sustainability, and complementary therapies Savia íbera, Anna Papazoglou, Dr. Jacqui Stringer, Dr. Kelly Ablard, and Jenny Charlton highlight permaculture and sustainable harvesting, Cretan essential oils and hydrolats, practical applications of Greek medicinal and aromatic plants in clinical and home care, the role of chemotypes in our environment and practice, a special roundtable on the olive tree, guided meditation and chair yoga. Special guest lecturers include Cretan distiller and educator Ildiko Berecz, medicinal and aromatic plant specialist Manolis Petakakis and botanist and local herbalist Paola Pardini.

This unforgettable event will not only offer a wealth of learning opportunities but also foster a deep connection with Crete’s natural and cultural heritage, ensuring participants (local and international) leave with both knowledge and memorable experiences. This is a unique chance to explore one of the world’s most significant biodiversity hotspots and apply these insights in a practical and impactful manner.

Lectures and hands-on activities will occur on site at Roi Farm and at Fabrica Farm and Houses.

Registration includes: 🫒
1. LIMITED Accommodation from October 16-20th, 2025 at one of the Fabrica Houses (✨inquire about sponsored subsidies for those who don't need accommodation!✨)
2. Access to all workshops (~ 21 hours of lecture)
3. Access to a guided medicinal and aromatic plant walk
4. Daily breakfast and light lunch (Oct. 17-19th)
5. Access to the Olive ('Olea europaea') Round Table which includes a tasting of locally sourced olives, olive oil, bread, and a glass of traditional Greek raki
6. A small take home gift
7. Chair yoga and guided meditation
8. Surprise session!

Roi Farm 🫒
Roi Farm is a thriving example of sustainable living, embracing permaculture principles to create a self-sustaining, ecologically balanced environment. The farm incorporates hügelkultur beds (raised garden beds built with layers of organic material), which enhance water retention and soil fertility, alongside a pond with ducks that contribute to pest control and natural fertilization. The landscape is adorned with olive trees and carob trees, staples of the Cretan ecosystem, alongside a diverse collection of medicinal and aromatic plants, including 'Salvia fruticosa' (Greek sage), known for its culinary, medicinal, and ecological significance.
Under the guidance of Jenny Charlton, Roi Farm strives to honor John Charlton’s legacy and plan by prioritizing education, community engagement, and the protection of native and endemic medicinal and aromatic plants. Jenny envisions the farm as a model for resilience and sustainability, offering workshops on permaculture principles, regenerative farming techniques, and sustainable living practices to inspire ecological stewardship.

Fabrica Farm & Houses 🫒
Fabrica Farm & Houses, owned and operated by Nicos and Lola Frantzeskakis, is an agritourism retreat located in Vamos, a traditional village in Chania, Crete, nestled between the sea and the White Mountains. The property comprises two sections: Fabrica Houses, featuring three autonomous stone-built homes originally constructed in 1886 and restored to preserve their traditional architecture, and Fabrica Farm, which includes six houses set within a family-owned olive grove.

Vamos Village 🫒
The village of Vamos itself is rich in history, with well-preserved architectural heritage, including churches like St. Nikolaos and St. Georgios, and the old Girls' School. Nearby attractions include the ruins of a 13th-century frescoed monastery and the Venetian mansion in the old village of Karydi. Fabrica Houses offers an authentic immersion into Cretan rural life, combining traditional hospitality with cultural and natural experiences.

✨Spots (and Fabrica rooms) are filling fast! To learn more about this event and to register, please visit: https://airmidinstitute.org/study-abroad/

We hope you will join us in Crete! 🫒💚

28/12/2024

Sue is incredibly knowledgeable 🐎 🧡

22/09/2024

Fabulous weekend! Thank you so Susie at School of Precision Reflexology and all our wonderful students! 💚

02/09/2024

To make sure everyone who wanted to attend can make it, this event will now take place in October next year. Book your space now to avoid disappointment 💚

Airmid Institute and Roi Farm unite in Crete, Greece October 17-19, 2025! 🫒💚

EARLY BIRD! 👉🏼Register by March 31st 2025 and save!✨

Join us on the breathtaking island of Crete, Greece - a renowned biodiversity hotspot with an extraordinary array of endemic and native medicinal plant species. This special event brings together experienced lecturers and special guests including a unique opportunity to engage with Crete’s rich botanical resources through lectures and hands-on activities.

✨Led by experts in permaculture, clinical aromatherapy, and sustainability, Kurt Michael Arruda, Silvia Jimenez, Anna Papazoglou, Dr. Jacqui Stringer, and Dr. Kelly Ablard, highlight permaculture and sustainable harvesting, Cretan essential oils and hydrolats, practical applications of Greek medicinal and aromatic plants in clinical and home care, the role of chemotypes in our environment and practice, a Crete meet and greet and lecture with distiller Ildiko Berecz, a special roundtable on the olive tree, and a guided meditation and chair yoga led by Roi Farm owner and yoga teacher, Jenny Charlton.

This unforgettable event not only offers a wealth of learning opportunities but also fosters a deep connection with Crete’s natural and cultural heritage, ensuring participants leave with both knowledge and memorable experiences. Don’t miss this unique chance to explore one of the world’s most significant biodiversity hotspots and apply these insights in a practical and impactful manner.

Registration includes✨
-Access to all workshops (~21 hours of lecture)
-A guided medicinal & aromatic plant walk
-Breakfast, snack, lunch, & non-alcoholic beverages
-Ticket to the Olive Round Table
-Take home gift
-Chair yoga and Guided meditation

Learn more by visiting: https://airmidinstitute.org/study-abroad/

10/07/2024

Sick day feels 🐕🩶