Community Involvement
Kara enjoys being involved in her community! Below are some of her involvements.
- Naturescapes by Miss Angie's Place, Pine Island
- Mindset Camp by YWCA, Mankato
- Winter Adventure Day by Project Success, Mankato
Publications
Below are writings, interviews, and podcast episodes featuring Kara.

Blog Posts
- Yellow Dock Herb: Identification, Benefits, & Best Uses - a blog post written by Kara
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Podcasts​
- Episode 13: Herbal Wisdom with Kara Swenson - a podcast interview by Sanne on The Nature Connection Podcast
Interviews
- VoyageMinnesota Community Highlights: Meet Kara Swenson of Thistle Patch Wellness
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News
- Kara on KEYC Kato Living
The Herb Effect on Overall Wellness
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Newspaper Articles
- Plant Walk reveals growing things as medicinal - Mankato Free Press Front Page (need subscription to view)
- Wild Foods: Foraging season springs upon us - Mankato Free Press (need subscription to view)