Food Preservation

Learn how to make your summer harvests last all year long! Our workshops offer hands-on instruction in the joys & safe practices of food preservation. 

Workshops are open to anyone, though pre-registration is required.

Upcoming workshops:

Fruit Preservation Basics
Thursday September 15th, 6:30-8:30pm

This unique class will provide an overview of the many different ways you can preserve the various types of fruit commonly grown in our climate. If you're new to food preservation, or just looking for new ideas - this will be the perfect place to start, learn some basics, and get inspired!
Class fee: $15 (Scholarships available) Click here to sign up!

Canning!
Saturday September 24th, 3:00-6:00pm

Come and learn how fruit canning can be fun, easy, and safe to do at home. We will cover the basic science and methods of water-bath canning, then walk through the process together. Everyone will get to take home a jar of freshly canned fruit!
Class fee: $25 (Scholarships available!) Click here to sign up!

Drying & Freezing Fruit
Saturday, October 1st, 10am-1pm

Drying and freezing are great ways to make fruit last throughout the seasons, while retaining nutrients that can be lost during canning. This fun workshop will be an opportunity to walk through the processes, and take home some delicious samples!
Class fee: $25 (Scholarships available!) Click here to sign up!

Fruit Fermentation & Drinking Vinegars
Saturday, October 8th, 3-6pm

In this hands-on workshop you will learn about various methods of fruit fermentation, with a focus on drinking vinegars! These healthy and delicious fruit products are rich in nutrients and probiotics, and can be easily made at home... We will walk through the process together, and everyone will get to take home a sample.
Class fee: $25 (Scholarships available!) Click here to sign up!

Fruit Jams, Jellies & Sauces
Wednesday October 19th, 6-9pm

Learn to make delicious jams and sauces from fresh fruit!  This workshop will cover the basics for folks who have never made jam or sauce before, or who want a refresher. We will walk through the process together, and everyone will get to take home a jar of jam or sauce made during the workshop.
Class fee: $25 (Scholarships available!) Click here to sign up!

Cold Storage / Cellaring
Saturday, October 22nd, 3-5pm

By learning the basics of cold storage, variety selection, and proper fruit packing, you will be able to keep certain types of fruit fresh for months after harvesting - with no processing required!
Class fee: $20 (Scholarships available!) Click here to sign up!

Keeping Fruit For Later Good Eating: A Survey of Preservation Techniques
Saturday, November 5th, 3-6pm

As we roll into the fall season, what is the best way to preserve the bounty of local harvests to share with our friends and family all winter long? In this 3-hour workshop led by Carol Wong, we answer this question as we explore a variety of techniques including fermentation, canning, drying, and freezing. The class will be for beginners as well as those with an intermediate understanding/experience level.
Class fee: $20 (Scholarships available!) Click here to sign up!

Fruit Leather!
Saturday, November 12th, 3-5pm

Learn to make your own fruit leather! This hands-on workshop will cover the basics of food dehydration, with a focus on making fruit leather. We will be using persimmons harvested in a previous PFTP harvesting party.
Class fee: $20 (Scholarships available!) Click here to sign up!