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Shampoo and Hair Conditioner Bars
AVAILABLE NOW - Birch Juniper Shampoo and Hair Conditioner Bars - Individual Size.
NEW ITEMS COMING SOON!!
We are very excited to announce our Bath Product Line and our Indigenous Wellness Product Lines are expanding with Amazing New Products!!!
Secwepemc Culture
I was very fortunate to participate in a Swemec celebration over the past weekend. This gathering brought together Indigenous Secwepemc people and guests from all of Secwepemc Nation - from the south, north, west, and east communities.
Owning My Own Business!!
That’s me in the picture! When I was much younger, I always had dreams of owning my own business and being very successful.
I’m happy to say that I am both of those things – happy & successful!
If you love us, Leave us a Review!!!
Many smaller companies like ours thrive on good business reviews. I know as a buyer of products from any company that I am not familiar with, I check out their product or company reviews. I always look for answers to the following questions!!
Earth Friendly Herbal Packaging
As an Indigenous Secwepemc woman, I have always had a deep connection to the land and in our business, Up the Hill at Loakin we know we want to continue to develop that deep connection through to our packaging.
Interview with KPFA.org Herbal Radio
We were honored to do a radio interview with Sarah Holmes, KPFA.org The Herbal Highway in California.
Bears Lair TV - Shown on APTN
As the CEO of Up the Hill at Loakin, I was excited to be selected as a contestant on a new series Bears Lair TV. It is a new reality TV series with Real Impact.
Sacred Warrior Goddess
Everyone has heard of oregano, right? We see it everywhere! When people come down with a slight cold, the first thing someone tells them is "use oregano," …
Oregano (Orignanum vulgare)
There is no doubt that oregano is an absolutely amazing herb. It has been used internally and externally. You can use this herb as an anti-septic, diaphoretic, expectorant, anti-fungal and diuretic…
Rosemary (Romarinus officinalis)
Rosemary is a great addition to your foods. It can add the wonderful aroma and taste of rosemary. It is always a good idea to have a fresh rosemary plant in your home or in your garden…
Anti-Allergy Tea Blend
This is one of many anti-allergy recipes that will help to soothe the effects of seasonal allergies. It will clear mucous and strengthen your immune system…
Iced Green Tea
Iced tea is a thirst quencher on a hot summer day. Why not try something different and use green tea in your recipe. You can make this recipe into an ice drink or ice tea…
Blueberry (Vaccinium myrtillus L.)
I love blueberries. I did say earlier that fresh fruit and berry season is my favorite time of year. Blueberries are part of the bilberry family (Vaccinium myrtillus L.)…
Pineapple (ananas comosus)
Pineapple is one of the richest sources of the enzyme Bromelain extracted from the fruits core and flesh…
Mullein (Verbascum thapsus)
This plant grows in abundance in this area. You will find it where the ground is disturbed meaning where the ground has been turned over. It is very easy to find…
Herbs for Mental Clarity and Focus
I am a multi-tasker and I am usually very good at it, however there are days when I have difficulty and I can't figure out which side is up…
Calendula (Calendula officinalis)
This beautiful calendula flower has been around for a very long time. It originates from southern Europe and now you will find it growing all over the world…
Sweetgrass (Hierochloe odorata)
The Latin name literally means "fragrant holy grass." This purifying scent of this plant is used for smudging, healing and purifying the self and sacred spaces…