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PRACTICAL SKILLS

Trailer Towing Basics

Motor Madness for Fearless Women

Trailer Towing Basics

goats in front of a vintage trailer

 Learning to tow a trailer doesn’t have to be intimidating. This hands-on workshop is perfect for beginners looking to learn the essentials of trailer safety and driving. From understanding your rig to tackling tight turns and smooth backups, you’ll practice with your own equipment under the guidance of an expert. 

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Handyman Basics

Motor Madness for Fearless Women

Trailer Towing Basics

old wiring in need of repait

Build the skills to tackle essential homestead maintenance projects with confidence. This two-session, beginner-friendly workshop covers painting, plumbing, basic electrical fixes, and more. Whether you’re sprucing up your space or repairing minor damage, you’ll leave with the know-how to handle it all.

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Motor Madness for Fearless Women

Motor Madness for Fearless Women

Tractor Time: Intro to Safe and Skilled Driving

Old motor on the floor near a window

Tired of shelling out big bucks to get things fixed? Then take this hands-on workshop and build the skills you need to do basic repair on your own. You'll learn about the tools you need, how to diagnose what's wrong and where to get the materials you need to make it right. Yeah you! Handle these basic maintenance tasks and build the confidence to move on to bigger things.

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Tractor Time: Intro to Safe and Skilled Driving

Tractor Time: Intro to Safe and Skilled Driving

Tractor Time: Intro to Safe and Skilled Driving

Vintage tractor in a field

 Whether you’re gearing up for farm life or tackling your first ranch project, this hands-on workshop will teach you the fundamentals of safe and skilled tractor operation. From maintenance to maneuvering, you’ll leave confident and capable of taking on your tractor tasks.

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Practical Welding for Ranch and Farm

Tractor Time: Intro to Safe and Skilled Driving

Practical Carpentry: Furniture Making

Vintage Welding gear

You always wanted to try welding, right? Here's your chance to learn to weld in a safe, welcoming environment. Sign up for our three-session program today and learn farmer welding - the skills you need day to day on your property. Small group training in a professional welder's shop.  You'll get the attention you need to succeed.  

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Practical Carpentry: Furniture Making

Tractor Time: Intro to Safe and Skilled Driving

Practical Carpentry: Furniture Making

Vintage tools organized on a wall and table with wooden chair in front

This hands-on, three-part workshop series is designed to give you real-world skills in basic furniture-making. Whether you're looking to build sturdy tables, cabinets, or chairs, journeyman carpenter Jonathan Chatman will guide you through every step. By the end, you’ll have hands-on experience constructing a project from the ground up.

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Gravel Road Basics

How to Make a Solar Power System for an RV or Trailer

Power Saws for Fearless Women

Gravel Road Basics is a hands-on adventure in building and maintaining the backbone of any rural property: a solid gravel road. In just three action-packed hours, you’ll work with 30 yards of gravel, a skid steer, and your own two hands—no experience needed, just a good attitude and closed-toe boots! We’ll cover everything from crowning to compacting, with a focus on safety and working smart.

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Power Saws for Fearless Women

How to Make a Solar Power System for an RV or Trailer

Power Saws for Fearless Women

Vintage chain saw resting on a tree stump with a vintage leather bag next to it.

 Take another step toward self-reliance!  This workshop is for women looking to put the power saw notch on their belts.  Learn safe techniques for three types of saw - Chainsaw, Skillsaw, and Sawzall.  Hands-On, Hard-core and Hunk-Free.

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How to Make a Solar Power System for an RV or Trailer

How to Make a Solar Power System for an RV or Trailer

How to Make a Solar Power System for an RV or Trailer

Vintage Travel Trailer in a field, trees in background, and a goat in front of the RV.

Ready to harness the sun for off-grid adventure? This workshop will guide you through building a 12v solar system for your trailer or RV. Over two engaging sessions, you'll learn to how to make solar panels, controllers, batteries, and more in a working system. 

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ARTISAN SKILLS

Darn It! Mending Socks, Sweaters & More

Darn It! Mending Socks, Sweaters & More

Darn It! Mending Socks, Sweaters & More

woman with fabric

Got a holey sock or a sweater that's seen better days? This hands-on, beginner-friendly workshop will show you how to turn "worn out" into "worn with pride." Learn essential darning techniques, from weft and warp to simple stitches, and experiment with various threads to make repairs that are both functional and fun. With plenty of guided time to work on your own pieces, you'll leave with newfound confidence — and a darning needle to keep the magic going at home.

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TRADITIONAL SOAP MAKING

Darn It! Mending Socks, Sweaters & More

Darn It! Mending Socks, Sweaters & More

Soap making supplies on a wooden cabinet next to a rustic window.

Dive into the art of traditional soap-making in this immersive workshop. Discover the history and science of soap crafting while using natural ingredients and essential oils. Create luxurious, handcrafted soaps that are gentle on the skin and kind to the environment. Perfect for those seeking a sustainable and creative hobby.

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Carving Curious: Intro to Wood Carving

Darn It! Mending Socks, Sweaters & More

Carving Curious: Intro to Wood Carving

A wood carved owl and wood carving tools sit on a wooden table

Join us for "Carving Curious - Intro to Wood Carving," a beginner-friendly workshop designed to help you discover the joy of creating with your hands. Learn the essentials of woodcarving, from choosing the right wood to learning tool safety and technique. You’ll walk away with foundational skills, project ideas, and maybe even a new favorite pastime.

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Self-Care for the Ranch-Worn Body

Self-Care for the Ranch-Worn Body

Carving Curious: Intro to Wood Carving

Aromatherapy bottles sit on a wooden table outdoors, under a tree.

Feeling the burn from all that hard work? Learn how to soothe muscle fatigue and promote healing using the science and art of essential oils. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll create customized bath salts, mix your own roller blend, and experience the Vita Flex Technique—a practical way to target reflex points for relaxation and recovery. Walk away with personalized products, and a new skillset.

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Pine Needle Basket Weaving

Self-Care for the Ranch-Worn Body

Pine Needle Basket Weaving

Baskets and pine

Join us for a relaxing, hands-on workshop that brings together craft, tradition, and connection to the Central Oregon landscape. Learn the timeless art of coiling with Ponderosa Pine needles as you create a beautiful and functional basket. Not only will you build confidence in your basket weaving skills, but you’ll also gain a deeper appreciation for one of the region's most iconic trees. You'll leave with your handmade basket, a weaving needle, cordage, a gauge—and the know-how to keep weaving at home.

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TRADITIONAL FOOD ARTS

Beyond the Dill: Exploring Three Pickling Techniques

Beyond the Dill: Exploring Three Pickling Techniques

Beyond the Dill: Exploring Three Pickling Techniques

Ready to add some zing to your kitchen skills? In this interactive demo, we’re diving into three different pickling methods: quick refrigerator pickles, traditional fermented cucumbers, and sweet pickled peaches. You’ll learn the science behind each process, how to pickle safely, and how to get creative with brines, spices, and more.

After the demo, we’ll gather for a potluck.

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Fermentation 101

Beyond the Dill: Exploring Three Pickling Techniques

Beyond the Dill: Exploring Three Pickling Techniques

Cabbage and cucumbers in jars with lids in preparation for fermenting.

Join us for a fun and flavorful deep dive into the world of fermentation! In this demonstration workshop, you’ll learn how to craft probiotic-rich sauerkraut and fermented cucumbers using simple, natural techniques. Watch as Beth walks you through the process of making fermented mustard—then take home a jar pre-mixed with her signature blend! Plus, enjoy a community potluck and a tasting session to round out the experience! 

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Introduction to Goat Cheese Making

Beyond the Dill: Exploring Three Pickling Techniques

Introduction to Goat Cheese Making

Goat cheese making supplies sit on a wooden table outdoors in a field, goats grazing in the distance

Become a Goat Cheese Whiz! Unlock the secrets of homemade goat cheese with our upcoming workshop at School of Ranch! Join us and you'll learn to transform fresh goat milk into delicious chèvre, a creamy and flavorful cheese that's surprisingly easy to make. This workshop is perfect for anyone interested in artisanal food crafts and using locally sourced foods.

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The Art & Science of Canning

The Art & Science of Canning

Introduction to Goat Cheese Making

canned foods

Get ready to transform fresh produce into shelf-stable treasures. This workshop covers the essentials of water bath and pressure canning, making it perfect for beginners or anyone needing a refresher on safe food preservation. Through step-by-step demonstrations, you’ll gain the skills to can fruit, sauces, and other pantry staples—ensuring homemade goodness all year long! 

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Dehydration Demystified

The Art & Science of Canning

Dehydration Demystified

6 different types of fruits sit out on a wooden table, recently dehydrated, awaiting containers.

 Curious about food dehydration but don’t know where to start? This beginner-friendly workshop breaks down the essentials of drying food for long-term storage and lightweight, ready-to-eat meals for camping and backpacking. We’ll cover different dehydration methods, compare equipment, and share best practices for maximizing shelf life and food quality. 

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HORSES AND LIVESTOCK

Join the Curious Equestrian Book & Video Club!

Master Your Breathing Mechanics for Better Horseback Riding

Unlocking the Language of Horses: Being Herd and Horse Speak

Master Your Breathing Mechanics for Better Horseback Riding

A single file line of horseback riding on a trail, seen from behind.

Unlock better balance, endurance, and connection with your horse by improving your breathing mechanics. The way you breathe directly affects your posture, stability, and even how clearly your cues are received. In this hands-on workshop, Dr. Andy Sabatier will guide you through the science of breathing and how small changes can make a big impact in the saddle. Whether you're working on groundwork or riding long hours, adopting a "breathing first" mindset will improve your performance and comfort. 

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Equine Anatomy - How to Prevent Injury and Promote Wellness

Unlocking the Language of Horses: Being Herd and Horse Speak

Master Your Breathing Mechanics for Better Horseback Riding

An illustration of horse bone, muscle and tendon anatomy.

Understanding your horse’s anatomy is key to keeping them healthy, comfortable, and performing at their best. This problem-solving workshop will explore how bones, muscles, and movement connect — and how recognizing the signs of discomfort early can make a big difference. You’ll learn to decode the way your horse moves, uncover common injury risks, and walk away with a toolkit of wellness strategies rooted in real anatomy (no guesswork here!).


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Unlocking the Language of Horses: Being Herd and Horse Speak

Unlocking the Language of Horses: Being Herd and Horse Speak

Unlocking the Language of Horses: Being Herd and Horse Speak

A young woman stands touching the head of a white horse in a field.

In this interactive workshop, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of horse behavior and communication through the lens of Lucinda B’s Being Herd Program and Horse Speak®. We’ll explore the science and language of horses, focusing on presence and connection when working with your herd. Whether you’re new to horsemanship or looking to refine your skills, this session will offer valuable insights into the world of equine connection. 

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Chicken Farming for Self-Reliant Families

Goat Curious: A Beginner’s Guide to Raising Happy, Healthy Goats

Unlocking the Language of Horses: Being Herd and Horse Speak

A chicken stands in the doorway of a rustic wooden coop, eggs nearby, a window beyond

Thinking about raising chickens? Whether you're dreaming of farm-fresh eggs or a self-sustaining meat operation, this workshop gives you the tools to start and maintain a thriving flock. You'll learn how to choose the right breeds, set up a safe and comfortable coop, and handle basic chicken health care—all with Central Oregon’s unique climate in mind. Plus, you'll get to test out our AI-powered chicken farm planner to design a setup tailored to your space and goals! 

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Healing Hands: Everyday Bodywork for Your Horse

Goat Curious: A Beginner’s Guide to Raising Happy, Healthy Goats

Goat Curious: A Beginner’s Guide to Raising Happy, Healthy Goats

Close-up of a horses head in side profile, the hint of a horseback rider just visible on the horse

 Your horse tells you more than you think—if you know how to listen. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn simple yet powerful bodywork techniques to support your horse’s physical comfort and emotional well-being. Led by Josh and Victoria Williams, this beginner-friendly class covers practical assessment tools, nervous system coregulation practices, and a 10-minute routine you can easily integrate into daily grooming.

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Goat Curious: A Beginner’s Guide to Raising Happy, Healthy Goats

Goat Curious: A Beginner’s Guide to Raising Happy, Healthy Goats

Goat Curious: A Beginner’s Guide to Raising Happy, Healthy Goats

This free interactive workshop is designed for beginners and aspiring goat owners who want to understand the essentials of goat care, breeding, and infrastructure. Using an AI planning tool, you'll establish your personal goals—whether for milk, fiber, meat, or companionship—and work through key considerations like time, cost, and setup needs. By the end, you’ll walk away with a personalized goat-keeping plan to guide your next steps.

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Balance in the Saddle: Better Riding Biomechanics

Balance in the Saddle: Better Riding Biomechanics

Balance in the Saddle: Better Riding Biomechanics

Woman on a horse

Whether you’re aiming to improve your position for seamless transitions during your dressage test, or just trying to feel more stable in the saddle out on the trail, this workshop is for you.  Through expert-led demonstrations, you’ll explore the biomechanics of balanced riding and get hands on practice with guided floor-based exercises. You’ll build awareness, and learn how to improve your posture and stability, while strengthening your connection with the horse.  No horse? No problem—this is all about you and your body’s relationship to the ride. 

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FARM, GARDEN AND PASTURE

Weed Management: The War is On!

Bottomless Salad Bowl: Three-Season Gardening

Bee Curious: Intro to Beekeeping

Wide-shot of a wooden raised planter surrounded by a large expanse of weeds and some tall trees.

 In this problem-solving, interactive workshop, you’ll learn to identify invasive weeds with free apps, explore effective strategies to combat them, and design a sustainable, long-term management plan to reclaim your property. 

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Bee Curious: Intro to Beekeeping

Bottomless Salad Bowl: Three-Season Gardening

Bee Curious: Intro to Beekeeping

Rustic beehive in a field, honeycombs visible, and bees swarming around it.

Get ready to buzz into the world of beekeeping!

In this hands-on, family-friendly workshop, you’ll dive into the fascinating world of honeybees. Learn about their biology, social structure, and what it takes to start a hive. Observe a working bee colony (weather permitting) and taste different kinds of honey while discovering what makes each one unique. 

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Bottomless Salad Bowl: Three-Season Gardening

Bottomless Salad Bowl: Three-Season Gardening

Starting from Seed for Central Oregon Gardeners

Overhead shot of a raised bed with 3 rows of ready to pick heads of leafy lettuce.

 Dreaming of a never-ending salad bar right in your backyard? Join us for this hands-on workshop where you'll learn how to keep a steady supply of fresh greens through the seasons—without starting from scratch each time. Whether you're a total beginner or a seasoned gardener, you'll walk away with the know-how to plan, plant, and maintain a thriving, climate-smart salad garden. 

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Starting from Seed for Central Oregon Gardeners

The Wellness Garden: Growing Herbs for Self-Care

Starting from Seed for Central Oregon Gardeners

Wooden box with 8 compartments filled with soil, 2 with sprouts, hands planting seeds in the other 6

Starting seeds indoors, in a greenhouse, or straight into the ground is a game-changer for Central Oregon gardeners—and you don’t need a magic wand, just a little know-how. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll dig into climate-smart seed selection, prep the perfect soil, and create ideal conditions to bring your garden to life. Whether you're working with trays on a windowsill or dreaming of a thriving outdoor bed, we’ve got you covered.

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High Desert Eden: Low Water high Beauty

The Wellness Garden: Growing Herbs for Self-Care

The Wellness Garden: Growing Herbs for Self-Care

A beautifully landscaped high-desert yard with a pebble path winding through it.

 Join us for an interactive, outdoor workshop where you'll tour High & Dry GardenWorks—a living lab for creating beauty with barely a hose in sight. Whether you're a total newbie or a seasoned trowel-wielder, you'll leave with real-life tools to build a thriving, resilient garden in our hot, dry, deer-riddled climate. 

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The Wellness Garden: Growing Herbs for Self-Care

The Wellness Garden: Growing Herbs for Self-Care

The Wellness Garden: Growing Herbs for Self-Care

A tincture bottle, steaming hot chamomile tea in  a glass cup and chamomile flowers sit on a table.

 Whether you've got a full backyard or just a sunny windowsill, this demonsration workshop will teach you how to grow herbs that do more than spice up dinner. Think calming teas, soothing oils, and simple salves—all from your own tiny garden. You'll learn how to grow and use herbs like mint, chamomile, lavender, calendula, and basil for self-care.

Brought to you at no charge by the Deschutes County Library.

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Smart Watering: Hands-On Drip Irrigation

Smart Watering: Hands-On Drip Irrigation

Smart Watering: Hands-On Drip Irrigation

Get your hands dirty and your plants hydrated the efficient way! This interactive outdoor workshop will walk you through the what, why, and how of drip irrigation. Whether you’re tending a backyard patch or a multi-bed microfarm, you’ll come away with practical skills and tools to keep your plants happy without wasting a drop.

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