Plants and Healers

Early morning of August 19, 2009, beloved green man and inspirational teacher, Frank Cook, left this earthly plane. This sparkling blue-eyed visionary giant left a legend in his wake--of how to listen to the stories from the plant world and, in turn, be a voice for them. Frank fearlessly lived his life's purpose by being fully present in the moment. An engaging and charismatic storyteller, Frank was dedicated to his mission of awakening 'Gaian' consciousness in humanity. His deep love of plants introduced thousands of people from six continents to the world of botany and traditional herbalism, enabling many along the way to break through the 'green wall.'

If a big oak tree were to speak, it would probably have the voice of Frank Cook--deep, calm, and full of resonance. Frank's presence drew people from all walks of life. His message was universal: we are all one family, sharing and stewarding this beautiful planet together. Frank's mission was to 'turn people on' by paying attention to, and loving, the life around them. He taught through example, the art of simple living, and avoidance of unsustainable distractions for temporal satisfaction.

Frank had an insatiable appetite for knowledge and possessed a keen intellect. In 1985 he graduated with honors, receiving a B.S. Degree in Zoology and Computer Science from Duke University, North Carolina. Frank later was a graduate from the Northeast School of Botanical Medicine and became certified in Permaculture Design. Recently he earned an M.S. degree in Holistic Science at Schumacher College in England; his master's thesis was published as a book under the title Emerging Planetary Medicines.