Little Roots, Big Harvest: Homesteading Together is a hands-on program combining traditional homesteading with modern wellness and safety practices. Offered through virtual and in-person workshops, participants learn skills like gardening, animal care, food preservation, and sustainable living—guided by research-based methods. The program also weaves in wellness practices such as mindful cooking, natural remedies, and stress management. With expert-led sessions focused on safety and practical know-how, participants gain the tools to live more self-sufficiently and healthfully.  

Contact Info: Sara Bridgewater sbridgewater@missouri.edu      

3 different sites  Price:  Single Location (3 workshops)

  • Individual: $35 
  • Parent + Child: $50 
  • Each additional child $10   

Want to attend all 9 workshops across 3 locations?

  • Individual: $90 
  • Parent + Child: $120 
  • Each additional child $10  

Locations:

  • Centennial Hall in Nevada (Fairgrounds) 11:30AM-1:30PM 
    • Monday, June 9th Backyard Insects  
    • Monday, June 16th Food Preservation  
    • Monday, June 23rd Dairy Safety and Butter Making  
  • Rich Hill Christian Church 10:30AM-12:30PM 
    • Wednesday, June 11th Egg Candling, Sourdough bread, Freezing, and more!   
    • Wednesday, June 24th Hive Value Added: How to Make Beeswax Salves    
    • Tuesday, July 1st Food Preservation  
  • Cass County MU Extension Office in Harrisonville 11:00AM-1:00PM 
    • Monday, July 7th  Food Preservation  
    • Monday, July 14th Egg Candling, Sourdough bread, Freezing, and more!   
    • Monday, July 21st Cleaning Products, Herbs, Goat Soap, and more!
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