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Come and learn everything I know about sourdough from starter to discard.

Kimchi, Kombucha, Kefir, Kvass – so many delicious ways to ferment! If you’re interested in learning to ferment or if you’re needing a refresher, this class is one you won’t want to miss! Fermenting is one of the best ways to preserve your homegrown goods for delicious and nutrient dense foods and drinks! The fermenting…

Let’s face it, gardening in Alaska has its challenges like cooler summers and soil, long daylight hours, and such a short growing season. Whether you’re just getting started, you’re frustrated with your current garden situation, or you just want to learn what more you can grow, this class is going to be incredible! Valley Master…

In my opinion, canning is the best-kept secret for busy homesteaders. If you are growing your own food, canning is a must-have skill for preservation. You can preserve fruits, vegetables, meat, and even entire meals in a jar. Want to know another secret about canning? It’s much simpler than it seems, it doesn’t have to…

Learn how to graft your own Alaska fruit trees so you can fill your orchard affordably. Each grafting class only has 13 openings, so please look carefully at the dates and times to make sure you choose the right ones for you. EACH PARTICIPANT WILL TAKE HOME ONE GRAFTED APPLE TREE AND ONE GRAFTED PLUM…

Learn how to graft your own Alaska fruit trees so you can fill your orchard affordably. Each grafting class only has 13 openings, so please look carefully at the dates and times to make sure you choose the right ones for you. EACH PARTICIPANT WILL TAKE HOME ONE GRAFTED APPLE TREE AND ONE GRAFTED PLUM…

Learn how to graft your own Alaska fruit trees so you can fill your orchard affordably. Each grafting class only has 13 openings, so please look carefully at the dates and times to make sure you choose the right ones for you. EACH PARTICIPANT WILL TAKE HOME ONE GRAFTED APPLE TREE AND ONE GRAFTED PLUM…

Learn how to graft your own Alaska fruit trees so you can fill your orchard affordably. Each grafting class only has 13 openings, so please look carefully at the dates and times to make sure you choose the right ones for you. EACH PARTICIPANT WILL TAKE HOME ONE GRAFTED APPLE TREE AND ONE GRAFTED PLUM…

Our community is RICH with local producers - from food to flowers - and they are excited to open up their businesses to you! Grab a coffee and a friend and spend the day touring farms and gardens local to the Big Lake area. It's going to be fun, informative, and it's a great way…

In this video, we take Alaska Homestead Academy members through the beautiful, hands-on process of making Ivan Chai; a traditional Russian fermented herbal tea made from fireweed. You’ll learn how to transform this vibrant plant into a rich, floral, caffeine-free tea with deep cultural roots. Perfect for homesteaders, foragers, or anyone looking to reconnect with…