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 23rd Butter Making  
    • Monday, June 30th Pressure Canning
  • Rich Hill Christian Church 11:30AM-1:30PM 
    • Wednesday, June 11th Variety of Skills!   
    • Wednesday, June 25th Hive Value Added: How to Make Beeswax Salves    
    • Tuesday, July 1st Pressure Canning  
  • Cass County MU Extension Office in Harrisonville 11:00AM-1:00PM 
    • Monday, July 7th  Pressure Canning 
    • Monday, July 14th Variety of Skills!   
    • Monday, July 21st Goat Soap!