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About Rev. Amy Blackthorn Ph.D, DD. HPS, RM
Expertise
I am a Reiki Master, I teach Wicca 101, 202 and more specific advanced subjects. I can answer questions on several Traditions. I have experience in subjects including, Astrology General Wiccan information, Dianic Wicca, Folk Magick and indigenous Religions, including Celtic Reconstruction, Native Herbal uses, Hoodoo and Green WitchCraft.

Experience
I have 15+ years experience in the above topics, including the Initiatory traditions of Gardnerian Wicca and Green WitchCraft.

Organizations
Maryland Delaware Wiccan Pagan Alliance, Alternative Religions Education Network, Lady Liberty League, Pagan Clergy Association

Publications
My first publication was in "The Seeker Journal" at the age of 16. This was an 18 page in depth look at the similarities between Wiccan holy days and Christian ones.

Education/Credentials
Numerous degrees including one in Horticulture and initiation into different Religious orders, including Intensives with Susun Weed and other Notable Wiccan and Pagan Authors, Scholars and Elders. Reiki Master

Awards and Honors
I run a Temple, in addition to my "mundane" life working in a hospital and running my own business.I have had 4 years of formal training in one Tradition, and was Initiated as a Green Witch. I've taught classes in MD, DE and PA. I've been contacted on several occasions to act as a Media liason for ABC television and the Sci-Fi Channel in matters of the Wiccan religion and have been featured locally on AM and FM stations, including multiple appearances on 'The Paranormal Cafe.' I run Meeting groups locally for Witches and other Magickal people to meet and greet, and am currently working with friends in MD and DE to build stores to better serve our Community.

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Pagan/Wiccan Religion - Wicca

Expert: Rev. Amy Blackthorn Ph.D, DD. HPS, RM - 11/6/2009

Question
Hello, I would first like to say that you are a true inspiration to me. I am currently studing Celtic Wicca under an elder crone of Salem. I have always felt a true connection to horticulture and even run a landscaping company in the summer months. I was wondering what books you might recommend on herbology and horticulture that would coincide with the Celtic Wiccan beliefs. Thank you again for all that you do. Blessed be!

Answer
Hi Kerry,
Thank you so much for your kind words.

Suggested Reading list:

*Bud, Blossom and Leaf Dorothy Morrison (JUST went out of print, but you can still find used copies cheap on amazon.com)

*Cunningham's Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs by Scott Cunningham

*Green Magic: The Sacred Connection to Nature by Ann Moura

*Green Witchcraft: Folk Magic, Fairy Lore & Herb Craft by Aoumiel / Ann Moura

*The Way Of The Green Witch: Rituals, Spells, And Practices to Bring You Back to Nature by Arin Murphy-Hiscock

*The Way of the Hedge Witch: Rituals and Spells for Hearth and Home Arin Murphy-Hiscock

*Grimoire for the Green Witch: A Complete Book of Shadows by Ann Moura

*The Green Witch Herbal: Restoring Nature's Magic in Home, Health, and Beauty Care by Barbara Griggs

*Garden Witch's Herbal: Green Magick, Herbalism & Spirituality by Ellen Dugan (really, any of Ellen Dugan's books)

*A Wiccan Formulary And Herbal by A. J. Drew

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