{"id":3462,"date":"2025-05-08T14:32:09","date_gmt":"2025-05-08T21:32:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/regionalsmallfarms\/?page_id=3462"},"modified":"2026-08-31T12:49:07","modified_gmt":"2026-08-31T19:49:07","slug":"living-on-the-land","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/regionalsmallfarms\/living-on-the-land\/","title":{"rendered":"Living on the Land Workshops"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/55\/Copy-of-Living-on-the-Land-1024x791.png\" alt=\"4 photos in background with goats, a hand holding wheat, a stack of jars of preserved food, and pecking chickens- with the words Living on the Land Workshops superimposed. \" class=\"wp-image-3715\" width=\"564\" height=\"435\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/55\/Copy-of-Living-on-the-Land-1024x791.png 1024w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/55\/Copy-of-Living-on-the-Land-300x232.png 300w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/55\/Copy-of-Living-on-the-Land-768x593.png 768w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/55\/Copy-of-Living-on-the-Land-1536x1187.png 1536w, https:\/\/wpcdn.web.wsu.edu\/extension\/uploads\/sites\/55\/Copy-of-Living-on-the-Land.png 1650w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 564px) 100vw, 564px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Living on the Land Workshops are for <strong>people living on small acreage, backyard growers, and anyone interested in connecting with their local food systems.<\/strong> Classes will take place online, where people can access them from the comfort of their home, and in-person at local farms for hands-on, interactive learning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Living on the Land classes will take place throughout the year and participants can attend one class or all. Online classes have unlimited registration. In-person class size is limited and available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Tickets are available to reserve approximately one month before the class. The classes are free and open to the public.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading  wsu-font-size--xxlarge\">Upcoming Classes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading  wsu-font-size--xlarge\">Dairy Cow Health 101<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">September 15th, 6:30-7:30pm<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Craig McConnel will introduce participants to keeping your dairy cows safe and healthy. Topics will include the dairy lifecycle, nutrition considerations, common health issues, and preventative practices. This beginner class is appropriate for farmers, 4Hers, and anyone who has (or dreams of having) a small dairy herd of their own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/events.com\/r\/en_US\/registration\/dairy-cow-health-101-1070901?fbclid=IwY2xjawUCuXRwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMW5zUGZabklnbnJ0d0VMcFpzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeoW33JuZ2Tc-ygebQt-YoqFj9KPQAt8JNBcpvZo-mNJRsDPwFs92jb3YORpg_aem_G_3NWYF0O-WYHT0ZkrVkeQ\">Register for the class here. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading  wsu-font-size--xxlarge\">Past Classes, 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading  wsu-font-size--xlarge\">Chicken Care for Beginners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Come learn the basics of keeping your flock happy, healthy, and safe.\u00a0This class is for those that are new to caring for poultry and for those who\u2019d like a refresher. The focus will be on how to raise a flock\u00a0from hatched chicks to adults, how to respond to common health issues, mistakes and misconceptions\u00a0when caring for chickens, and connecting folks with resources to further build their knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/ucDlWHRgKa8?si=FLn6x1tYsv0qgJW2\">Watch a recording of the class here. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading  wsu-font-size--xlarge\">Cattle Webinars<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A two part webinar series with Dr. Don Llewellyn. Learn all about feeding your cattle: how their digestion works, nutritional requirements, supplementing feed economically,  and finishing with grain vs. with grass. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These classes are for small scale farmers, 4H and FFA students, and anyone interested in someday raising cattle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Forage &amp; Grazing Nutrition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/qKbr84_Uqvo?si=8WBWf58nrdZ2oFvD\">Watch a recording of the class here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Finishing: Grass or Grain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/fJ747cm6pgM?si=8tPFl02zSzIV32cn\">Watch a recording of the class here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading  wsu-font-size--xxlarge\">Past Classes, 2025<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading  wsu-font-size--xlarge\">Chicken Care for Beginners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">May 28th, 2025 Port Townsend (Jefferson County) <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/regionalsmallfarms\/2025\/06\/13\/living-on-the-land-workshops-chicken-care-for-beginners\/\">Read about the class here. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading  wsu-font-size--xlarge\">Small Ruminant Care for Beginners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/zNmQvlcVcEw?si=rUruNab7CDK-5UBw\">Watch a recording of the class here. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading  wsu-font-size--xlarge\">Small Ruminant Care on the Farm<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">June 8th, 2025 Poulsbo (Kitsap County)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/regionalsmallfarms\/2025\/06\/27\/living-on-the-land-workshops-small-ruminant-care-on-the-farm\/\">Read about the class here. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading  wsu-font-size--xlarge\">From Egg to Hen: Raising Chickens for Beginners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">July 15th, 2025 Poulsbo (Kitsap County)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/regionalsmallfarms\/2025\/07\/24\/living-on-the-land-workshops-from-egg-to-hen-raising-chickens-for-beginners\/\">Read about the class here. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading  wsu-font-size--xlarge\">Shearing and Fleece Prep <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">July 23rd, 2025 (Kitsap County)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/regionalsmallfarms\/2025\/08\/01\/living-on-the-land-workshops-shearing-and-fleece-prep\/\">Read about the class here. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading  wsu-font-size--xlarge\">Composting on a Small Scale<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">July 23rd, 2025 (Kitsap County)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/regionalsmallfarms\/2025\/08\/05\/living-on-the-land-workshops-composting-at-any-scale-from-balconies-to-small-farms\/\">Read about the class here. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading  wsu-font-size--xlarge\">Preserve the Harvest: Intro to Canning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/sanjuan\/food-preservation\/\">Learn more and stay up to date on future classes by visiting the San Juan County WSU Extension Food Preservation Program. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading  wsu-font-size--xlarge\">Seed Saving on a Small Scale <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">September 9th and September 11th, 2025 (Clallam County)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/regionalsmallfarms\/2025\/09\/12\/living-on-the-land-workshops-seed-saving-101-part-one-and-part-two\/\">Read about the classes here.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accessibility <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>WSU Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local WSU Extension office. Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who contact Clare Menard (345 6th St. Suite 550, Bremerton WA \/ clare.menard@wsu.edu \/ 360-228-7301) at least two weeks prior to the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>WSU Extension Regional Small Farms Program has acquired portable language interpretation equipment to increase more meaningful access to educational opportunities. We currently offer live Spanish interpretation when available. Persons who need Spanish translation services at our events, please contact your local Extension office at least two weeks in advance of the event. Contact Kellie Henwood, kellie.henwood@wsu.edu or call (360) 379-5610 ext. 201.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>El Programa Regional de Peque\u00f1as Granjas de Extensi\u00f3n de WSU tiene equipos port\u00e1tiles de interpretaci\u00f3n para facilitar el acceso a oportunidades educativas. Ofrecemos interpretaci\u00f3n al espa\u00f1ol en vivo cuando esta disponible. Si necesita servicios de interpretaci\u00f3n al espa\u00f1ol durante nuestros eventos, comun\u00edquese con su oficina local de Extensi\u00f3n con al menos dos semanas de anticipaci\u00f3n. Contacte a Kellie Henwood, escriba a kellie.henwood@wsu.edu o llame al (360) 379-5610, ext. 201.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Living on the Land Workshops are for people living on small acreage, backyard growers, and anyone interested in connecting with their local food systems. 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