No, but if you are, it's an added plus. This conference is open to everyone, but our focus is on Black and Indigenous herbalists and the community that they serve, without apology.

First of, camping on the property is optional and not mandatory. The conference takes place on my family's property and it is not a campground. There are no shower facilities, and camping is only available for Saturday night only. You will need to provide your own tent, sleeping bag, pillow, and other things you will need to camp overnight. No personal open fires are allowed. No pets are allowed.

Of course it is! We encourage you to bring your family so that you can learn and grow in your herbal knowledge together. We have a workshop planned for the children and there is plenty of room for them to run around and explore. We do ask that the be supervised by an adult at all times. Children 15 and under can attend the conference at no cost, when accompanied by a paying adult.

Yes there will be opportunities to purchase food on site at the conference. We have tried to secure food vendors who can accommodate various diets but we can't guarantee that there will be something there for everyone. You are more than welcome to bring your own food but know that there is no means to cook on the property as personal fires are not allowed. You may leave the property and venture out to find food on your own. There are a few restaurants on the island that should be able to accommodate you.

All sales are final so they are no refunds. You may transfer your tickets to someone else for a $5 service charge. This is a rain or shine event. If we have to cancel the 2023 Gullah Geechee Herbal conference due to an unexpected emergency or public health crisis, we will convert the conference to a virtual event.

There is no wifi service, but cell service is fairly decent. Just be prepared to be without service just in case. You can head back to the main road for a better signal. I would also suggest to bring a car charger or spare battery chargers for your electronic devices and cell phones.

We have petitioned the Ancestors for great weather for the conference, but the Gullah Geechee Herbal Gathering will happen rain or shine! If there are any showers, we'll sing in the rain, splash in the mud and have a good time anyway.

There will not be any tickets sold on the day of the event or at the door. Tickets sales end on August 1, 2023 or until sold out, whichever comes first. Please do not show up without, you will not be permitted inside the conference. Tickets are limited so don't procrastinate!

Unfortunately, yes it is. Putting on an event of this magnitude takes a lot of proper planning and we can't entertain last minute requests for vendors and speakers just a few months before the event. Applications begin in November and end in December. Please visit the site again in November to put in your application to be a part of the conference for 2024.

The closest airport to the event is Charleston International Airport.

All sales are final so they are no refunds. You may transfer your tickets to someone else for a $5 service charge. This is a rain or shine event. If we have to cancel the 2023 Gullah Geechee Herbal conference due to an unexpected emergency or public health crisis, we will convert the conference to a virtual event.

There are no hotels affiliated with this event but there are a few that are near the venue area. 

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Sleep Inn Charleston

1524 Savannah Hwy, Charleston, SC 29407

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Home2 Suites by Hilton

1963 Savannah Highway,

Charleston SC 29407

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Town and Country Inn and Suites

2008 Savannah Hwy, charleston, Sc 29407

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Comfort Suites Charleston west Ashley

2080 Savannah Hwy, Charleston, SC 29407

Be sure to bring comfortable walking shoes. You may want to bring natural insect repellent, sunscreen, and a rain jacket or umbrella. Temperatures in March can be unpredictable, but the nights may be chilly, so bring a variety of clothing. You may also want to bring a journal, camera or things for free time. We encourage everyone to bring a tumbler or mug for water and tea. Disposable tea and coffee cups will NOT be available.

Bring cash to purchase items from the vendors. If you are camping, bring a tent, bedding ( sleeping bag, air mattress, linens, pillows, etc).

The Conference Founder and Director, Khetnu Nefer, serves as key contact for all questions and requests. Khetnu is also the owner of A Soulful Touch Wellness, her holistic health and wellness company for women that is the host of the Gullah Geechee Herbal Gathering. Please utilize the contact form here on the website for all contact with Khetnu.

No there are no virtual options available, there will be audio recordings made and they will be available for purchase after the conference.. The conference will be in person only and there will not be any virtual workshops from the conference after the in person session like there were in previous years. So it is highly recommended that you purchase a ticket to attend in person if you are interested.

No. Workshops are first come, first served open seating and do not require advanced sign ups.

The conference is held on my family's private property on Johns Island, SC, which it outside of Charleston, SC. The exact address is only give to ticket holders. We encourage you to carpool due to limited parking. Those individuals who are driving will receive information of where to park upon arrival.