Thanks to everyone who participated in the MHTA 34th Annual Conference ~ March 9-10, 2012 at MSU View some pictures from our conference The keynote address "Horticultural Healing Paths" was presented by Jen Molnar, MSW. Jen has over 20 years experience with children's programs, chemical dependency groups, individual and group therapy. She shared her passion for people and plants and observations of the healing that occurs. The MHTA conference also featured informative breakout sessions, book and product sales, hands-on workshops, displays, refreshments, door prizes and optional visit to the MSU Indoor/Outdoor Children's Garden. This event was useful to anyone interested in learning how the people-plant interaction brings therapeutic change and improves well-being. Aspects of horticultural therapy can enhance occupational and recreational therapy programs, adult day services, children's programs, school gardens and programs, community and healing gardens, corrections, hospice, medical care/mental health and rehabilitation settings. A workshop was held on Saturday, March 10: "Seasons of Change: Using Horticultural Therapy Year Round in Groups." Jen Molnar gave participants a "bag of tricks" to utilize with groups in a variety of settings and with all ages. Use of metaphors and practical tips for working with groups was included in the program. Participants also had hands on experience with a plant project.