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…
A FREE CLASS FOR THE COMMUNITY We're so thrilled to offer you a free class showing how to make the fermented drinks Kombucha & Jun. These are both so fun to make! You may be wondering what the difference is - a quick explanation would be that Kombucha is made with black tea and sugar…
So many vegetables, so little time! So what do we do with them all? Ferment some, of course! If you’re interested in learning to ferment or if you’re needing a refresher, this fermenting with Alaska veggies class is one you won’t want to miss! Fermenting is one of the best ways to preserve your homegrown…
Trying to store potatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, and other fruits and veggies but aren’t sure the best way to store them? Are you interested in making your own yogurt, kefir, or cheeses? In this class, we are going to talk about typical Alaska crops and how to best preserve them as long as possible. In this…
FREE TO THE COMMUNITY Let's talk about Alaska berries from picking to preservation. You will even learn a technique to make homemade pectin for jam! This class will be held at the Big Lake Library on July 27 from 6-7 pm. No need to pre-register. Hope to see you there!
Cooking with sourdough can be daunting — heck, keeping sourdough alive and happy can seem like a lot but it’s actually really simple and it’s a whole lot of fun. Plus, sourdough is an incredible superfood that will enhance your family’s diet tremendously. *Note, we use a heritage wheat grain that is pre-hybridized (pre-1950s) for…
FREE CLASS FOR THE COMMUNITY! Let's talk about food storage techniques and how to stock your pantry for winter's store! This class is being held at the Big Lake Library on Thursday, August 24 from 6-7 pm. No need to pre-register. Hope to see you there!
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…
