Lavender Harvesting and Distillation Class - July 24th, 2026 9:00am-11:30pm

Learn how pure, high-quality, small batch lavender essential oil is steam distilled and distill your own lavender essential oil.

Come learn firsthand how pure, high-quality, small-batch lavender essential oil is steam distilled. Experience the joy of the indescribable sweet aroma as lavender oil and hydrosol emerge from the still. There's nothing like it. And you may be lucky enough to find a preying mantis while in the field harvesting.

In this class, you will harvest the lavender, prepare the flowers to go in the still, distill the flowers into essential oil and hydrosol, and bottle them. Take home 5 ml of freshly distilled lavender essential oil and 8 oz of lavender hydrosol flower water.
You will be working in the lavender field so we recommend comfortable gardening clothes and gloves, along with hats, sun protection, and water!

Taught by Caryn Gehlmann and Rob Rustad

Caryn is the owner of essential 3, a Southern Oregon full-scope aromatherapy company. As a Certified Clinical Aromatherapist and master blender, Caryn is a leading national educator and consultant on the use of essential oils. You'll find she's passionate about lavender - growing, distilling, blending, and enjoying it for years to come. Come learn from the best.

Cancellation Policy:
If you need to cancel or reschedule, please contact Applegate River Lavender Farm at marcy@applegateriverlavenderfarm.com. Cancellations with 2 weeks advance notice, 100% refund; cancellations with 1 week notice 50% refund.