# Spring Biodynamic Workshop - May 28-31, 2026 (Accomac, Virginia)

The mission of biodynamics has always been one of fostering health for the purpose of universal human freedom.  
  
The goal of the “farm organism” is so that every farm might source from within its own boundaries, all its own fertility needs that stream in from the cosmos.  
  
One of the most transformative effects of the biodynamic preparations is not just on the soil, but on the imaginations of those who practice making the preparations. New possibilities open up when you practice creating with your own hands the fruits of a remarkable intuition.  
  
Join us at the Josephine Porter Institute for a hands-on practical experience learning some of the subtle aspects of making biodynamic preparations.  
  
Join us from Friday evening May 29, 30, 31 for food, fellowship, and inspiration!

Lodging may be procured in local Onancock, VA. Free camping is available at Perennial Roots Farm as well. Please email us if you are planning on camping on the property. 

Ticket prices cover food costs and relevant overhead costs. 

  

# Tentative Schedule (subject to change)

SCHEDULE

# Thursday, May 28th (pre-conference)

## 10:00-1:30 Earlybirds arrive

## Pre-conference begins 

## 1:30-4:30 Introduction to Biodynamics

### Stewart Lundy

### +Prepping herbs

## 4:30-5:30 Folks arrive for regular conference

### Campers check in and set up

## 5:30-6:00 Invocation

### All PLEASE be present for our opening ceremonies!

### Teresa O'Shaughnessy 

## 6:00-6:30 Break

## 6:30-7:30 Dinner

## 7:30 — Bonfire

###              Stewart Lundy Cosmic Considerations at Bonfire

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# Friday, May 29th

## 8:30-9:30 Light breakfast and coffee

### Teresa O’Shaughnessy Morning Remarks

## 9:30-10:00 Gratitude for Animals

### Austin Perle-Ojala  
  
Feeding Animals

## 10:00-11:00 Farm Tour

### Natalie McGill and Stewart Lundy Living in a Biodynamic Farm Organism

## 11:00-12:30 Burying Fall Preparations

### 502 Yarrow

### 503 Chamomile

### 506 Dandelion

## 12:30-1:00 Break

## 1:00-2:00 Lunch 

## 2:00-3:00 Siesta

### Rest, meditate, take a nap, observe the animals or a plant,  
or have a quiet conversation

## 3:00-4:00 Biodynamic Q&A Session

### Stewart Lundy and Natalie McGill

### +Continuing 500 Horn Manure

## 4:00-6:00 Making Barrel Compound 

### Stewart Lundy Introductory Remarks 

### Patrick Dodson

### Making Barrel Compound (two different ways)

## 6:00-6:30 Break

## 6:30-7:30 Dinner

## 7:30 — Bonfire

###       Natalie McGill and Stewart Lundy Cosmic Considerations

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# Saturday, May 30th

## 8:30-9:30 AM Coffee and breakfast snacks

###          Teresa O’Shaughnessy Morning Remarks

## 9:30-10:00 Gratitude for Animals

### Austin Perle-Ojala  
  
Feeding Animals

## 10:00-12:30 New Frontiers in Biodynamics

### Stewart Lundy

### +Making 500 Horn Manure

## 12:30-1:00 Break

## 1:00-2:00 Lunch 

## 2:00-3:00 Siesta

### Rest, meditate, take a nap, observe the animals or a plant,  
or have a quiet conversation

## 3:00-4:00 Biodynamic Q&A Session

### Stewart Lundy and Natalie McGill

### +Continuing 500 Horn Manure

## 4:00-5:30 Festival Craft Activity

### Teresa O’Shaughnessy Introductory Remarks

## 5:30-6:00 Prepping Biodynamic Compost Ceremony

### +Group Photo!

## 6:00-6:30 Break

## 6:30-7:30 Dinner 

## 7:30-8:00 Break

## 8:00— Bonfire

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# Sunday, May 31st

## 8:30-9:30 Brunch and coffee

## 9:30-10:00 Gratitude for Animals

### Austin Perle-Ojala  
  
Feeding Animals

## 10:00-10:30 Closing Ceremonies

### Teresa O’Shaughnessy 

## 10:30-12:30 Burying 500 Horn Manure

## 12:30-1:00 Break

## 1 pm — Goodbyes & cleanup 

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Many hands make light work. If you are able and willing to EITHER show up a day early to help unearth horns OR stay an extra day to work Sunday afternoon through midday Monday, we will give you a 50% refund.

For questions, please contact the office at:  (540) 745-7030

## Details

- **Price:** 145.0 USD - 400.0 USD
- **Vendor:** The Josephine Porter Institute
- **Type:** Workshop
- **Tags:** 2023, Biodynamic Gardening, Biodynamic Preparations and Compost, Biodynamics, workshop

## Variants

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> Updated: 2026-08-07