Walking Up the Therapeutic Order is a one-day live continuing education event presented by the Naturopathic Medicine Institute in partnership with the Azure Harvest Festival on Friday, August 28, 2026, in Dufur, Oregon.
Centered on one of the foundational frameworks of naturopathic medicine, this unique educational experience explores the relationship between food, agriculture, philosophy, physical medicine, and clinical practice. Through lectures, discussion, and an immersive Hoop House Walk, participants will gain practical insights into supporting health through vitalistic naturopathic medicine.
Learn from distinguished presenters including Joseph Pizzorno, ND; Jared Zeff, ND, LAc, FNMI; Christie Fleetwood, ND, RPh, FNMI; Greg Yasuda, ND, VNMI; Eli Camp, ND, DHANP, FNMI; WendyLeigh Hadden-White, ND; Piper Dobner, ND; and representatives from AzureWell.
Topics include:
- Food as Medicine
- Nutrient Density & Conventional Agriculture
- The Gut Microbiome & Fermented Foods
- Medicinal Herbs in the Hoop House
- Household Toxic Burden
- Vitalistic Physical Medicine
- Homeopathic Case Management
- Roles of Doctor and Patient in Deprescribing
Registration Includes
- 7.0 NANCEAC Continuing Education Credits (6 General, 1 Pharmacy)
- Friday educational program
- Friday lunch
- Friday dinner
- Admission to the Friday evening concert featuring Rory Feek and The Stelzer Family
Registration Fee
$250
NMI Associate Discounts
- ND Associates receive 20% off
- Student Associates receive 30% off
Simply log in to your NMI Associate account before registering to have your discount automatically applied.
Azure Harvest Festival
This educational program is held in conjunction with the Azure Harvest Festival, a family-friendly weekend celebrating regenerative agriculture, healthy living, traditional skills, food, music, and community.
Festival admission is sold separately through Azure Harvest Festival. Attendees wishing to attend the remainder of the festival or reserve an RV or campsite should purchase those separately.
Lodging
Courtesy room blocks have been arranged for NMI attendees at The Rayland Hotel and The Dalles Inn through July 31, 2026. Additional lodging information is available on the course page.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations received 30 days or more before the event are eligible for a full refund. Registrations become non-refundable within 30 days of the event.
