Learn how to find just the right materials to build a campfire even if it might be wet or rainy. Whether just for fun or if you get lost, know how to stay warm.

Discover how earthworms help soil and our bodies stay healthy! Kids explore worms, microbes, and gardens through fun, hands-on learning—and take home their very own worm friends to start vermiculture.

Come get your hands on real garden tools and see how different tools help with different jobs. We’ll learn how small weeds are easier to remove—but the bigger they get, the harder they are to get out! Then we’ll talk about the weeds in our hearts and the tools God uses to help us get rid of them early.

Explore the medicinal herbs mentioned in Scripture through stories, scents, and how to turn them into remedies that you can use today!

A fun, faith-based class where young children learn simple FARM STEW skills like gardening, hygiene, and healthy eating through songs, stories, and hands-on activities that promote abundant living.

Get ready to dig in and grow your imagination! Explore God’s world of seeds, learn how they grow, and create your own dream garden full of colors, plants, and creativity!

Learn the basics of building a protective shelter out in the woods, just for fun or in case you get lost. A very handy skill to know.

Learn how to walk quietly in the woods so you can blend in and observe more wildlife. We’ll also show you other methods like using camouflage and trail cameras to see more of nature.

Learn how to walk quietly in the woods so you can blend in and observe more wildlife. We’ll also show you other methods like using camouflage and trail cameras to see more of nature.

Learn how dogs are an important tool to help us thrive in country living!

Learn different ways to make fire even if you don’t have matches or a lighter. The more you know, the more confident you can be if you’re camping or lost.

In this class we will transform fresh apples into delicious applesauce and then use the steam canning method to preserve it.

Explore the medicinal herbs mentioned in Scripture through stories, scents, and how to turn them into remedies that you can use today!

Learn how to turn conflict into connection! Through stories, role-play, and reflection, kids will explore identity, healing, and communication—gaining tools to build peace with God, parents, friends, and themselves.

An engaging, hands-on class for older kids to explore practical FARM STEW skills—gardening, nutrition, sanitation, and more—integrating Bible-based values, science, and teamwork to inspire a life of abundance.

Uncover the wonder hidden in every seed! Through hands-on discovery, we will explore their shapes, textures, and colors, and learn how each tiny seed becomes a unique and beautiful plant.

Learn the basics of building a protective shelter out in the woods, just for fun or in case you get lost. A very handy skill to know.

Learn how to walk quietly in the woods so you can blend in and observe more wildlife. We’ll also show you other methods like using camouflage and trail cameras to see more of nature.

Learn how to walk quietly in the woods so you can blend in and observe more wildlife. We’ll also show you other methods like using camouflage and trail cameras to see more of nature.

The Working Dog – learn how dogs are an important tool to help us thrive in country living.

Learn how to grow powerful medicinal herbs easily at home with whatever space you have and how to use them for common ailments through simple, effective herbal preparations.

Health problems, sickness, cuts, wounds, and accidents are a part of life. Come and learn some of the antidotes to disease that God has provided in simple plants and nature.

Health problems, sickness, cuts, wounds, and accidents are a part of life. Come and learn some of the antidotes to disease that God has provided in simple plants and nature.

Come learn the relaxing and useful art of turning raw fibre into useful thread to knit, crochet or weave your own clothes.

Learn theory, uses, and “how-tos” of Hot Foot Baths, Contrast Baths, Fomentations, and Heating Compresses. Treat yourself, family, friends and neighbors with these easy yet very effective home remedies.

Wanting to learn a profitable trade? Discover the basics of starting a tree service company, including useful tools and techniques, advertising, management and using your business to win souls.  Additional $30 fee applies.  Limited to 15 participants.

This is a saponification 101 class that will utilize sodium hydroxide (lye) & oil to make a basic lathering soap. This is a hands-on class and will require adult participants to adhere to safety procedures & guidelines. All ingredients will be provided to make cold processed soap to be completely cured at home. Additional $40 fee applies.  

Children will screw together pre-cut wooden pieces so they can be ready to welcome and observe feathered friends next spring! Additional $25 fee applies.

Children will screw together the pre-cut wooden pieces and take home a tool box of their very own to use in the garden! Additional $25 fee applies.

Learn from the professionals how to safely operate and maintain a chainsaw, with practical advice on saw selection, cutting techniques, useful tools, maintenance and more.  Additional $30 fee applies.  Limited to 15 participants.

In this workshop you’ll learn how to make shelf stable creams, salves, and balms using the herbs you grow! Additional $25 fee applies.

Are fruit trees too expensive? Learn to graft your own! We’ll teach you the what, why, and how of graft­ing, and give you enough sup­plies to get started! Additional $25 fee applies.

Get your hands on each stage of the process of making corn tortillas—from scratch! We will nixtamalize, grind, press, and cook fresh tortillas.  Limited to 24 participants. Extra $20 fee applies.   With optional tortilla press: $50 

Join Melissa for a hands-on class to craft beautiful wreaths with dried flowers where we explore different methods for creating wreaths and working with dried flowers. Materials will be provided and you will go home with your own, unique work of art and some of the supplies necessary to continue crafting at home. Additional $65 fee applies.

The objective of this class is to teach the fundamentals on how an engine works, providing you with a pathway to developing a knowledge base which will enable you to develop your skills in small engine repair moving forward. Additional $50 fee applies. 

Your institution has goals for the farm. Let’s talk about how to obtain and use good data to know if the farm is meeting those goals.

Want to learn how to start the conversation to increase your staff? Learn ways to manage a staff load of 2-50+ farm helpers. Organization, Perseverance, Efficiency, come and learn about how to serve your community through agriculture!

An institutional farm needs to function within the framework of the vision and mission of the ministry.  How can we balance the many nuances of institutional needs and struggles in relation to the farm?

How God’s classroom in the field is preparing our family spiritually, physically, and mentally.

Twelve years ago, we knew nothing about buying land, spring development, ICF building, wood cook-stoves, or off-grid living. If you’re just getting started, this is the class for you.

Unless you are rich country living can be tough. But it is also extremely fulfilling. In this seminar we will look at ways to thrive on your country property even in difficult times.

You have your garden prepared. Now you want to have thriving seedlings. This class will show you different approaches to growing good seedlings and how to plan your garden.

You’ve succeeded in preparing a growing area and raising healthy transplants. To keep motivation and harvest optimal, the principles discussed in this class are of high importance.

You’ve got a spot of land for your first garden. But how can you prepare it to grow your first crops? This class will show you different approaches to accomplish this goal.

Learn how to set up low-cost, low-hassle irrigation that makes watering your garden easy, efficient, and consistent—whether you’re using a hose, drip line, or sprinkler system.

This class will cover the basics for beginners needing to care for common homestead gas powered equipment (chainsaws, mowers, vehicles), blades & hand tools (hoe, hatchets), and some brief advice on electrical and plumbing pitfalls.

Unless you are rich country living can be tough. But it is also extremely fulfilling. In this seminar we will look at ways to thrive on your country property even in difficult times.

Master easy, effective composting for your homestead or backyard. This class covers how to produce rich, living compost that feeds your soil fast.

Whether you’re in the city, suburbs, or already on some land, this panel will inspire and equip you to start gardening right where God has placed you. With a focus on practical steps and spiritual preparation, our panelists will share how growing food now can lay the foundation for a future in the country. Come with questions, and leave with courage to begin your journey toward greater self-sufficiency and purpose.

Country living is not about escaping the beast power—it’s about being rejuvenated by God’s power. It’s not to hide from the world, but to be hid in Christ. The country isn’t a guarantee of holiness; many have left the city but lost their way in the quiet. It’s not the location that saves, but the intention behind the move. This session will be a practical, Spirit-filled guide to understanding the true purpose of country living—how it shapes character, deepens your walk with God, and equips you for mission.

Insect control outside and inside a controled atmosphere.

In uncertain times, a productive garden can provide more than just fresh food; it can become a source of security, healing, and resilience. Learn practical tips and strategies for planning and maintaining a garden that supports your family’s needs and sufficiency during trying times.

Learn the basics of tomato grafting, why it matters, how it works, and what tools and infrastructure you need to start grafting successfully in a home or market garden.

What if you could enjoy fresh lettuce year around. Come find out how.

Dive deeper into drip irrigation, water-saving strategies, and system design. Perfect for experienced gardeners or market growers who want to scale up their watering systems.

What you may not know about plant spacing could be costing you time and money and needless frustration.

It’s really not hard to keep the berries coming! We will focus on the big four: Strawberries, Blueberries, Blackberries and Raspberries.

Learn how to start seeds without filling plastic trays using soil blocking—a simple, sustainable method that grows stronger, healthier plants. This hands-on class covers the soil mix, seed care, and tips for success. Extra fee applies to hands-on participants.  2 inch soil blocker included.

In this class we will demonstrate how to take a soil sample, fill out a submittal form, and then discuss how we use the results on our farm.

Having the right tool for the job can make a huge difference! Come see what simple and effective tools we use.

This class introduces the basics of lean farming, with a focus on small-scale vegetable production. We’ll look at simple, practical ways to improve efficiency, reduce wasted movement and effort, and bring more intentional systems into your daily work.

Wondering how to price your veggies? Struggling to find a niche in your market? The struggle is real, but you don’t have to be left in the dark. Come and gain knowledge on how to be successful in Business and Evangelism to your community through agriculture!

Starting where Regenerative Agriculture begins, with biology (plant and soil), and continuing on through Physics and Chemistry, the science of the soil, what are the potential benefits to your soil.

Starting where Regenerative Agriculture begins, with biology (plant and soil), and continuing on through Physics and Chemistry, the science of the soil, what are the potential benefits to your soil.

Starting where Regenerative Agriculture begins, with biology (plant and soil), and continuing on through Physics and Chemistry, the science of the soil, what are the potential benefits to your soil.

What exactly is (and isn’t) this new approach to soil health/fertility? What is its premise and what are the factors driving its arrival and explosive growth into agriculture?

Come take advantage of this opportunity to discuss your specific challenges with seasoned growers. Attendance of at least 4 out of 6 previous sessions is requested.  Facilitated by Daniel Nicholls. Limited to 25 participants. Extra $40 fee applies.

Discover how your faith begins with God’s blessing and His belief in you. Explore creation, the Shema, Hebrews 11, and Jesus’ call to Peter in this identity-shaping session. Genesis 1:26-29

Through the Parable of the Sower, discover the secret of fruitful lives. It’s not about better soil—it’s about healed soil. Join us for an interactive journey from brokenness to multiplication. Matthew 13:1-23

Explore God’s design for family as the foundation for blessing, flourishing, and mission. From Abraham’s call to Deuteronomy’s commands, discover how families multiply God’s image, authority, and generous life. Genesis 12:1-3

From faith to family to the field—this session calls us to global mission. Discover how your life can multiply God’s image and blessing, fulfilling Christ’s Great Commission to fill the earth. Matthew 28:18-20

Como ganar experiencia sin perder recursos iniciales. Esta clase le guiará a ver las diferentes oportunidades disponibles para empezar o continuar su jornada de aprendizaje en la Agricultura, cuál sea su nivel de empiezo. How to gain experience without losing initial resources. This class will guide you to see the different opportunities available to start or continue your learning journey in Agriculture, whatever your starting level.

Descubre cómo hacer del jardín una actividad familiar. Involucra a niños y adultos en tareas sencillas y divertidas, fortaleciendo vínculos mientras aprenden juntos sobre el plan De Dios para las familias. Discover how to make gardening a family activity. Involve children and adults in simple and fun tasks, strengthening bonds while learning together about God’s plan for families.

Consejos prácticos para balanciar el matrimonio, la familia, el trabajo y las tareas del campo durante la transición de la ciudad a la vida rural. Practical tips for balancing marriage, family, work, and farm work during the transition from city to rural life.

Aprende a crear tu primer jardín desde cero: planificación, siembra, cuidados y cosecha. Ideal para principiantes que quieren conectar con la tierra y cultivar sus propios alimentos en casa. Learn how to create your first garden from scratch: planning, planting, caring, and harvesting. Ideal for beginners who want to connect with the soil and grow their own food at home.

Ever want to build a farm business but don’t have the money to do so? Come discuss growing your farm from the ground up without debt, creating multiple income streams, and making sustainable decisions. 

God can bless single women who want to experience country living. I will provide stories of successful transitions and suggestions on dealing with life in the country, gardening, and tools.

Discover how to grow gourmet and medicinal mushrooms inside your home or outbuilding with simple, affordable setups. Explore the essentials of indoor cultivation, including substrate preparation, species selection, and establishing ideal growing conditions for productive harvests.

Design beautiful, purposeful gardens for SDA institutions by integrating herbs and cut flowers into flower beds. Learn how to create uplifting spaces that support health, hospitality, and ministry through nature.

If you know nothing about off-grid solar living, this is your class. This class will help jump-start your off-grid dream and guide you in avoiding common mistakes.

Learn to grow and incorporate a variety of mushrooms in your landscape using outdoor beds, hardwood logs, woodchips, and other options. This session will cover low-input strategies to cultivate Shiitake, Wine Cap, Oyster, and additional species that thrive in gardens, forests, farms and homesteads.

Are you wishing for or needing a tractor?  In this class we will be walking you through choosing the tractor that is right for you, whether new or used, as well as discussing safety and basic maintenance.  You may soon be wondering how you managed without this modern “horse” for so long!

Come explore how real-life experiences are crucial in preparing our children for life, practical ways to make everyday tasks more meaningful educational experiences, and methods for documenting progress.

To thrive as a parent, you must heal as a person. Explore trauma, healing, and maturity through Scripture and science—and discover how God restores us through relationships, parenting, and His redeeming grace.

Overwhelmed by curriculum choices, finishing workbooks, and wondering if you are doing enough? We will discuss ways to make learning manageable and meaningful, using routines that support your values, and  teach from a place of confidence.

Renewed parenting begins with healing. Explore how love replaces fear through attachment theory, Scripture, and the Circle of Security—shaping you into a grounded, emotionally present parent rooted in God’s renewing grace.

Equip yourself with ways to make character culture practical. Begin making a Scripture toolbox, a library list, and your own plan for useful inconveniences.

Deep in our hearts we know it isn’t really all about fruits and veggies. Join us as we use inspired metaphors to find out what it is all about.

How can you reach the field of your community for Jesus?  What can you do to prepare their hearts?  How can you plant seeds?  When they show interest, do you know how to cultivate them?  How can you transition everyday conversations into spiritual ones and bridge them into Bible studies, finally bringing them to become disciples of Christ who will continue the cycle of growth? These classes are designed to equip you to become an effective and confident soul winner. The harvest is ready. It’s time to train, go, and win souls for eternity.

Worried about bringing your teens to the country? We get it! This **facilitated panel** with parents who understand will help you transform potential struggles into surprising triumphs, creating a vibrant rural life where everyone can thrive.

Come, let’s take a realistic look at the pros and cons of Market Gardening. I want to try to make a case for it not only being a viable option, but one of the best options for young adults!

Asking good questions is an incredibly valuable practice – especially if you’re a curious person and want to learn. In this interactive session we will seek to identify questions that class participants have, and understand as much as we can about why those questions matter.

Do you regularly interact with people who don’t share your faith perspective? Are those interactions comfortable? In this interactive session we will seek to elicit stories and learnings from class participants about the ups and downs of relating to people outside your faith.

This class demonstrates the financial, lifestyle, and spiritual benefits of a career in the skilled trades. Real, live young adults who have pursued such careers will walk you through the process of how they got there.

This session provides opportunities for participants to talk informally with other young adults in skilled trade careers. If you want to know what working in the trades is really like, come find out from those who have boots on the ground!