Discover the Power of Nature with Kaasei Services
Embark on a transformative journey with Kaasei, where ancient wisdom meets modern sustainability.
Our training and consulting services are a gateway to understanding the profound connections between people, plants, and the lush Southeast Alaska land.
From Indigenous knowledge to the art of respectful harvesting, each presentation is designed to deepen your relationship with nature and empower you to make a positive impact on your community and the environment.
Join us as we explore the wonders of Southeast Alaska's flora through educational workshops, immersive experiences, and stewardship initiatives.
Dive into the heart of nature with Kaasei, where every lesson is an opportunity for growth and every step is a path toward a sustainable future.
Kaasei Training & Consulting is focused on revitalizing and sharing Indigenous foodways & plant knowledge.
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Our Services
We offer workshops, consulting services, customized retreats, and community programs designed to heal communities, reconnect individuals with the land, and empower people through ancestral knowledge.
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Educational Teachings
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Sustainable harvesting
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Cooking native foods
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Food preservation
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Plant medicine
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Tidal teachings
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Cultural stories and songs
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Honoring Indigenous knowledge
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Self-care
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Building community and a sense of belonging
Who We Work With
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Tribes
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Cultural and language programs
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Tribal health organizations
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Schools and Universities
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Domestic violence programs
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Behavioral health and wellness programs
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Environmental education and restoration programs
We work with organizations to create experiences that are relevant to participants and are grounded in local language, place, and cultural traditions.
Traditional Protective Factors
A community’s own strengths and resources can be the tools for prevention, intervention, and healing. Cultural practices that serve as protective factors should be identified and developed within each village/community. The Tlingit way of life teaches a life of balance, harmony, and respect.
Kinship, Family,
& Gender Roles
• Participating in extended family and culture • Learning about family, structures, and traditions (Eagle/Raven) • Strong family ties • Knowing your family history • Learning about male, female, and two-spirit cultural roles • Learning to communicate with elders and ancestors • Developing consultation skills • Native ways for showing respect and honor • Relational approach to service
Food Gathering
& Natural Medicines
• Gathering, harvesting, and preserving traditional foods • Knowing wild foods availability • Knowing plants and medicines • Picking berries and plants • Knowing food sovereignty • Cooking traditional foods • Digging root foods • Fishing and Hunting • Gathering or harvesting sea resources • Smoking meat or fish • Picking grasses, bark, or roots for weaving
Ceremonies
& Rituals
• Learning traditional protocol • Paying attention to dreams • Fasting • Sacred songs and dances • Talking circles • Correct ways to handle sacred or traditional items • Prayer and service • Naming and other ceremonies • Steam baths and ocean dips • Memorial gatherrings • Story telling • Koo.eex (Potlatches) • Practicing Spirituality
Tribal Arts
• Carving • Canoe making/skin boats • Drum making • Weaving • Skin sewing • Beading • Blanket making • Making regalia • Tanning hides • Working with animal skins and furs • Jewelry making
Traditional Songs, Dance, & Gatherings
• Drumming and singing • Participating in a potlatch or ceremony • Learning tribal dances • Participating in AFN, Celebration, Culture Camps, Native Olympics • Participating in family gatherings • Taking part in pole raisings • Canoe journey
Language & Cultural Knowledge
• Knowing family history • Knowing tribal history, laws, treaties, rights • Advocating true history • Learning your language • Learning traditional place names • Learning about the land and animals • Understanding the interconnectedness of all things • Trusting our hearts
What Participants Say
Relearn Knowledge
"This gathering was a time to relearn some of the knowledge that has been silent in us."
Tribal Elder, Plant Symposium
August 2025
Wonderful Experience
"What a wonderful experience. I am so grateful to have been a part of it. I feel connected."
Plant Symposium Participant
August 2025
Amazing Recipes
"I absolutely loved Naomi's plant walk. I also loved trying the teas and traditional foods she provided. I tried her recipes at home and they came out great!"
Plant Walk Participant
June 2025
We offer Customized Educational Journeys
Our focus is on providing in-depth educational experiences specifically tailored for organizations, conferences, symposiums, and wellness retreats serving those who are seeking to explore Alaska plants, native foods, and cultural traditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Kaasei Training & Consulting is a unique venture focused on revitalizing and sharing Indigenous foodways and plant knowledge. Founded by Naomi Michalsen, we offer workshops, consulting services, and community programs designed to heal communities, reconnect individuals with the land, and empower them through the ancestral knowledge of Southeast Alaska's Indigenous cultures.
1. Connect with Kaasei: Start your journey by reaching out. Whether you aim to enrich your community's knowledge or weave Indigenous foodways into your business practices, Kaasei is ready to craft a program that meets your unique needs.
2. Customization to Fit Your Needs: Recognizing the distinct goals and financial constraints of each group, we offer fully customizable options. From establishing a tea bar with wild plants to supplying reusable mason jars, our services are tailored to your vision and budget.
3. Plan Your Experience: Select the format and length that best suits your needs. With everything from 3-4 day in-depth plant teachings to concise 1-day workshops or keynotes, and durations ranging from 1 to 4 hours for workshops, we ensure there's an option that perfectly matches your schedule and goals.
4. Booking and Logistics: After tailoring your ideal program, we'll manage the logistics to bring Kaasei Training and Consulting directly to you. Covering travel expenses, including flights and accommodations, alongside a workshop fee, per diem, and any necessary supplies, will be your responsibility for your custom-tailored experience.Indigenous knowledge and foodways offer invaluable insights into sustainable living, health, and community building. They represent centuries of wisdom in interacting respectfully with the environment and provide a path to healing historical and generational traumas.
Our rates at Kaasei Training & Consulting vary based on the specific services and customization required. Please contact us with your details for a personalized quote tailored to your needs.
Yes, we are happy to travel for workshops and consultations, with travel costs, including flights and lodging, workshop fees, per diem, and supplies, borne by the client. We offer customizable options with add ons such as purchasing mason jars for reuse if you choose to have a tea bar with wild plants.
Yes, our programs are designed to be inclusive, welcoming individuals and organizations passionate about reconnecting with the land, Indigenous knowledge, and sustainable practices.
You can enroll in our workshops through sending a form on our contact page, email, or 907-617-1852
The duration of our offerings varies to accommodate different needs and interests. Our comprehensive plant teaching sessions span 3-4 days for an immersive experience. Additionally, we provide flexible formats ranging from a 1-day event or keynote presentation to workshops that last anywhere from 1-4 hours, and even half or full-day workshops, ensuring there's something to suit every schedule and depth of interest.