Pre-Diabetes Program Proven, Possible and Powerful Are you pre-diabetic or at risk for type 2 diabetes? People with pre-diabetes often do not experience any symptoms. A person’s risk for diabetes includes a family history of diabetes, history of gestational diabetes, being over the age of 45, being […]
This workshop explores how to improve soil fertility and soil structure through a number of best practices, including no-till and reduced till practices, maintaining biodiversity, organic fertilizers, cover crops, and soil testing. Participants will learn from Dr. Martha Minnich, a WSU Master Gardener and soil chemist for over 30 years. When: July 12, 6-9pm Where: 4700 NE […]
They say “a picture is worth a thousand words” … Tours of farms and properties that follow clean water management practices, such as guttering to reduce mud, fencing to keep animals from eroding streams, composting of manure, and siting of outbuildings to improve efficiency, help participants see what is possible on their own property. Tour […]
Person in Charge: Food Safety Training for Food Workers PIC Training is a 4-hour workshop to help shift leaders, managers, supervisors, and owners address Food Safety Regulations. The Washington Food Rule states that at least one designated Person inCharge (PIC) MUST be present during all hours when food is being prepared for sale and/or […]
Learn the newest recommendations for preserving your wild game. This course is for the beginner to advanced hunter who wishes to learn the different ways that they can preserve their game for enjoying year-round. In this class you will learn how to safely prepare your game for preservation whether you are smoking, freezing or home […]
Learn the basics of preserving fruits and fruit mixtures. Discover how to can fruits with full or sugar or low sugar, how to make sauces, and pie fillings just like you buy at the store! You will also learn how to determine if the product is safe to eat, proper storage and much more. You […]
A tour of a 3 acre Horse Homestead in Battle Ground will be offered on Saturday, July 22 and will show participants stewardship practices in action. If you are considering bringing horses onto your property, touring this homestead will demonstrate how rotational grazing and sacrifice areas can keep your small acreage healthy and mud free. […]
Learn all the different kinds of jellied products including jams and the different ways to thicken your product. You will also learn how to make low sugar jams and jellies, how to fix a jam that will not set, and more! This is the second class in a series of eight classes. You can take […]
Learn how to safely make quick pickles including dill and sweet, refrigerated quick pickles, relishes, fruit pickles, chutney and salads. You will learn how vinegar and processing make these pickles safe, how to keep them crisp, how to tell if a recipe is safe and more. These are all quick process pickles that are not […]
Learn how to prepare refrigerated dill pickles, processed dill pickles, sauerkraut and yogurt. You will learn what type of salt you use in pickling and how to tell if they're done fermenting. With the yogurt you will learn how to make it, types, spoilage and shelf life. Learn trouble-shooting, processing, food safety and what tools […]
Person in Charge: Food Safety Training for Food Workers PIC Training is a 4-hour workshop to help shift leaders, managers, supervisors, and owners address Food Safety Regulations. The Washington Food Rule states that at least one designated Person inCharge (PIC) MUST be present during all hours when food is being prepared for sale and/or […]
Homeowners with septic systems and wells are invited to attend the Well and Septic workshop to learn valuable tips about maintaining their septic system and protecting their water supply. Clark County homeowners with owner-occupied, gravity fed septic systems can get certified to perform their own septic inspection at the workshop, saving money while learning important […]
The many varieties of tomatoes can make preserving tomatoes and salsas challenging. Learn how you can safely preserve salsas and tomato products, allowable substitutions, why you can't add more garlic, onions and other ingredients to your salsas and much more including storage and how to tell if your home canned goods are safe. This is […]
This workshop will teach participants how to landscape with native plants, covering good deer resistant, drought tolerant and flood tolerant plants, and tips to create different garden layouts. Participants will learn from Vanessa Gardner Nagel, professional landscape designer on how to prevent erosion, address drainage challenges, and plan rain gardens. When: August 22, 6-8pm Where: 4700 […]
Learn the basics of dehydrating produce successfully and what is the best equipment to use for drying. Learn about pre-treatment methods, storage, proper containers and creative ideas. This is the sixth class in a series of eight classes. You can take just the ones that interest you or take them all! Tickets are available online through Brown […]
Living On the Land: Stewardship for Small Acreages Living on the Land is a 12 week class series where small acreage landowners can learn stewardship practices to help better care for their land. Living On the Land participants learn about important topics pertaining to soil, water, plants and animals that guide sound stewardship decisions for […]
Learn the basics of pressure canning, how to select a pressure canner and why it is used. Learn the safe procedures for preserving and freezing vegetables, beans, soups and broth. […]
Pre-Diabetes Program Proven, Possible and Powerful Are you pre-diabetic or at risk for type 2 diabetes? People with pre-diabetes often do not experience any symptoms. A person’s risk for diabetes includes a family history of diabetes, history of […]
Learn the basics of pressure canning, drying and freezing meat, fish and poultry. You will also learn the proper method of making jerky. This is the final class in a series […]
Local farms open their doors to neighbors during the 19th annual Harvest Celebration. Come out and support Clark County's agricultural heritage, meet your local farmers and have fun with alpaca petting, hay rides, guided tours and more!