Learn how to make crisp, flavorful homemade pickles in this hands on workshop on our family farm in Whitley County, Kentucky. Whether you are new to canning or looking to improve your food preservation skills, this class will walk you through the process of creating delicious pickles from start to finish.

Participants will learn how to select cucumbers, prepare ingredients, create brines, and use proper canning techniques for safe home preservation. We will discuss the factors that help produce crisp pickles, common mistakes to avoid, and best practices for storing your finished jars.

This workshop is perfect for gardeners, homesteaders, food enthusiasts, and anyone interested in preserving the flavors of the harvest season.

What You'll Learn

• Selecting cucumbers for pickling

• Ingredients and equipment needed

• Preparing jars and supplies

• Creating pickle brines

• Techniques for maintaining crisp texture

• Safe water bath canning practices

• Proper storage and shelf life

Workshop Includes

• Hands on instruction

• Recipe handouts

• Question and answer session

• One jar of pickles to take home

• Educational materials for future canning projects

No previous canning experience required.