Homesteading 101: A Complete Guide to Self-Sufficient Living

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Embark on a rewarding journey toward self-sufficiency in this hands-on homesteading class! Whether you're a beginner eager to start your homesteading adventure or a seasoned enthusiast looking to expand your skills, this comprehensive course will equip you with the knowledge and practical experience to thrive in a sustainable, off-the-grid lifestyle.

 

Whether you're looking to build a backyard micro-farm or dream of a larger-scale homestead, this class will provide the tools and knowledge you need to bring your vision to life. From growing your own food to raising animals and managing resources, you’ll walk away with the confidence to live a more independent, resilient lifestyle.

Who Should Join:
This class is perfect for aspiring homesteaders, small-scale farmers, and anyone interested in sustainable living. If you're ready to connect with the land and create a lifestyle that nourishes both your family and your community, this course is for you!

 

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Homesteading 102: Crops, Livestock, and Farm Product Marketing

Building on the foundations of self-sufficient living from Homesteading 101, Homesteading 102 delves deeper into sustainable crop production, responsible animal husbandry, and effective farm product marketing. This 8-week course equips students with practical skills to enhance food production, care for livestock, and develop strategies to sell farm goods profitably.

 

Topics Covered:

• Crop Production & Management: Seasonal planting, soil health, pest control, and
  maximizing yields.
• Livestock Care: Raising poultry, rabbits, goats, and other homestead animals for meat, eggs, and dairy.
• Value-Added Products: Processing and packaging homegrown goods for market.
  Farm Business & Marketing: Selling at farmers’ markets, CSAs, online platforms, and local partnerships.
• Regulations & Compliance: Understanding food safety laws, labeling, and small-scale farm business requirements.
• This 8-week hands-on course is perfect for those looking to expand their homestead into a profitable, sustainable venture. Whether you aim to feed your family or turn your farm into a business, Homesteading 102 provides the knowledge and tools to succeed.

 

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Farm to Table: Canning, Preserving, and Baking

Turn your harvest into delicious, long-lasting foods with Farm to Table: Canning, Preserving, and Baking! This 8-week course teaches the essential skills to extend the life of fresh farm products through traditional food preservation methods and scratch-made baking. Students will learn how to safely can, freeze, dehydrate, and ferment seasonal produce, as well as bake wholesome, farm-fresh goods for home use or sale.

• Canning & Preserving: Water bath and pressure canning, pickling, jams and jellies, fermenting, and dehydrating.
• Baking from Scratch: Homemade breads, pastries, and baked goods using farm-fresh ingredients.
• Farm-to-Table Cooking: Creative ways to use preserved foods in everyday meals.
• Food Safety & Regulations: Proper storage, labeling, and legal considerations for selling homemade products.
• Marketing & Sales: Packaging, branding, and selling farm-made goods at markets, CSAs, and online.

Whether you're looking to stock your pantry, feed your family year-round, or sell homemade products, this 8-week course provides the hands-on skills to make the most of your farm’s bounty.

 

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