What we do: We source unique, natural remedies to support a healthy lifestyle to the local community and to those who seek. The remedies and goods are based on herbal medicine and ancient medicine. We do not have a commercial storefront but our operations are located in Mill Gap, Virginia. Go to www.TownsendDraftGoods.com to learn more about us.
Who we are: We are a veteran-owned, women-owned, small business (LLC) founded by Marcella (Raven) Townsend. With 20 years of experience in the natural health & wellness industry, she obtained a certification in Ayurvedic Health Education from California College of Ayurveda, an advanced yoga teacher certification specializing in Yoga & Ayurveda practices and holds memberships with National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA) and Yoga Alliance (YA). She is also a project management professional with a PMP and PMO-CP from Project Management Institute (PMI) with formal degrees of Master’s in IT and Bachelor’s in Mathematics with extensive professional experience leading teams who manager & operate online platforms.
Townsend Draft Goods has been sourcing unique, natural goods since 2022.
Rooted in the heart of the mountains, we draw upon folk remedies and extensive experience from studying and practicing the ancient sciences of Ayurveda, Yoga, and Herbalism. It is our passion to source natural living products that support a healthy lifestyle to the local community and to those who seek.
We source unique, natural remedies
We specialize in sourcing healthy goods for you. We carry a selection of items in stock and also custom order.
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From the Earth,
for the body
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We believe tonics, herbal remedies, and healthy practices allow you to live in full abundance of health in a more natural way.
We do not have a commercial storefront. But our farm and business operations are located in Mill Gap, Virginia
Founded by Marcella Raven Townsend
We are Veteran-owned, women-owned, and a small business located in the rural mountains of Virginia. Raised in the Appalachian and Allegany mountains working in the family general store, our founder then served in the military. She then spent 20 years studying and practicing the ancient sciences before returning to her roots to live in the country. You can learn more about her journey and the creation of Townsend Draft Goods by reading our blog.
You benefit from our 20 years of research.
Tulku Sangye Tenzin Rinpoche & Raven Townsend
Saraha Nyingma Buddhist Institute
Raven Townsend at California College of Ayurveda
Raven Townsend & Marshe 40th birthday, Spencer Butte Park, Oregon
We curated our own lists! For some goods, we go directly to the supplier. For others, they are available on Amazon. Please note that as an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
It took us hours of studying, practicing, traveling, and meeting with master practitioners to gain the knowledge of the sources. Our research started 2002. We even volunteered and was employed by some of the leading organizations in the realm of natural health. We've attended professional conferences, been the guest speaker for wellness retreats, taught yoga classes, and spent time in secluded meditation. You can trust our sourcing because of our credentials, but most importantly, because we live it!
Some of our credentials at Townsend Draft Goods include:
Obtained Ayurvedic Health Consultant (AHC) certification (2015) - 1200+ hours of formal training through California College of Ayurveda with past participation on NAMA (National Ayurvedic Medical Association) committees
Obtained Advanced Yoga Teacher Certification (E-RYT200) (2014) - 1200+hours of formal yoga teaching & authorized continuing education provider through Yoga Alliance
Studied Jyotisha (Vedic Astrology) under renowned Vedic astrologers (2006, 2008, 2019): Brendan Feeley M.A., D.Ay., William Levacy, Kerry Shamblin, David Frawley
Obtained advanced Reiki certification (Shinpiden Reiki III) (2004) under Daniel Speis, DSW, LICSW
Lived in residence in Tibetan Buddhist work study (2009) for Ratna Ling, Dharma Publishing
Studied Nyingma Tibetan Buddhism (2016) under Tulku Rinpoche at Saraha Nyingma
Studied Herbalism (2021) in Rosemary Gladstar's Correspondence course
Practiced sustainable living for over a decade in Oregon before returning to our roots in the mountains of Virginia
Led and organized herbal-related events of large volumes and roots festival
Conducted specialized ancient medicine and yoga workshops
Have been sourcing customized folk and herbal remedies from reliable and respected practitioners & organizations for 20 years