Get a taste of many of our best workshops, and come away with practical tips and tricks. From fixing motors to finding gemstones, spend two hours and get thirty minutes each of insights and ideas you can use at home. Let by our most experienced workshop instructor, James Hettick. Sponsored by the Sisters Farmers Market.
Put another notch in your tool belt! Cast steely glances at your mechanic! Get that old thing working again, and we're not talking about your partner! Build the skills to tackle maintenance and repairs with confidence. From lawnmowers to chainsaws, learn to diagnose, perform tune-ups, and troubleshoot common problems.
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.
Learn the essential skills of fence building. Our expert instructor will guide you through two types of brace construction, wire stretching and tying off, ensuring you understand the critical techniques and tools needed for a sturdy, long-lasting fence. This is a full day workshop, ensuring you leave with the skills you need.
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.
In this hands-on, three-part workshop series you'll be guided step-by-step though the process of making a structure from wood. You'll build the skills to do many typical homestead projects, starting with using the key tools. This series offer hands-on training in skills that will last a lifetime.
Having problems with your electrical system? Outlets obsolete? Working with an old structure? Build DIY electric skills and restore power and light safely and easily with this hands-on workshop. Learn troubleshooting steps, how to fix small problems, and when it's the right time to call an electrician.
Got a hole in the drywall? Drains sluggish? Circuit breaker keeps tripping? Outlet got wrecked while moving the couch? Take this hands-on workshop and fix them yourself! Yeah you! Even if you're renting, taking care of these problems before you move out can help you get your full deposit back. Handle these basic maintenance tasks with confidence.
Uncover the hidden stories of the wilderness in our immersive 3-hour Wildlife Tracking Workshop at School of Ranch. Perfect for beginners, this session introduces you to the fascinating world of animal tracking. You'll learn to identify and interpret various animal tracks, distinguish between species, and understand their behaviors and movements.
Rockhound? Gem curious? This workshop will teach you about the various Oregon collectible stones! We'll cover how to find them, where to look, and what to do with them when you bring them home Go home with maps that show where to find the good stuff. Is there anything more fun than that eureka moment! Experience it for yourself!
Ever wanted to craft your own functional wooden spoons? Join us in this hands-on workshop, where you'll learn the art of spoon carving. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, our expert instructors will guide you through the process. Craft beautiful and useful utensils from wood and take home your creations.
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.
Unlock the secrets of homemade goat cheese and yogurt with our upcoming workshop at School of Ranch! Join us for a hands-on class where you'll learn to transform fresh goat milk into delicious chevre, a creamy and flavorful cheese that's surprisingly easy to make and delicious goat milk yogurt. This workshop is perfect for anyone interested in artisanal food crafts and using locally sourced foods.
Experience the joy of cooking with local herbs in a fun, interactive setting. Suzanne Landry, author and celebrity chef, will teach you how to prepare two delicious dishes. You'll gain insights into international flavor families and essential spices for your kitchen, all while learning to balance the five basic flavors in your meals. This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their skills and enjoy the vibrant flavors of fresh local herbs. Sign up today and let Suzanne Landry transform your cooking!
Is it my horse? Is it my tack? Is it me? It can be so frustrating, right? Your horse is unhappy, but you can't tell what's causing the distress. This workshop will teach you how to read the signs and understand common root causes, from health, to tack, to rider-created issues. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to enhance your understanding and relationship with your horse. Reserve your spot today!
Bees play a critical role in our environment. This fun, family oriented workshop will get you buzzing! You get to help open a hive and handle bees (if you are brave)! You'll learn what makes these fascinating creatures tick. You'll learn about planting pollinators and how you can keep someone's hive on your property. And you'll find out what it takes to become a beekeeper.
Learn to extend your gardening season in Central Oregon’s high desert climate. This hands-on class is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to grow fresh produce throughout the fall and winter months. Walk away with a solid plan for growing winter produce, practical knowledge on managing frost dates, and the confidence to transition your garden through the seasons. You'll also gain hands-on experience in constructing season-extending structures and understanding soil fertility management.
Transform your yard into a summer oasis with our "Summertime Yard Tune-up" workshop, tailored for Central Oregon residents. Led by Scott Mallory, this hands-on session will guide you through essential maintenance activities including pruning trees, shrubs, and hedges, managing persistent weeds, and coping with summer heat.
Join us for an enriching workshop on "Successful Raised Bed/Container Gardening in the High Desert," led by Amy Sidran from Take Root Edible Design. In this session, you’ll learn how to plan and cultivate a thriving raised bed garden that meets the unique challenges of our high desert climate. We will cover everything from selecting the best site and soil to effective irrigation techniques, ensuring your garden is well-prepared for success.
Whether you're tending to small pastures, farms, greenhouses, gardens, or lawns, these workshops are your DIY key to efficient water management. Two workshops, take either or both. One is about This session is about setting up your system to move water from your source to the place you want to irrigate. The other This session assumes you have the water where you need it, and you need to push it out onto your pasture, garden, beds or lawn.
Join your neighbors, School of Ranch and Pine Meadow Ranch and Nate Stacey, Small Farm Agent for OSU Extension, for our first Howdy Do! Share your best ideas, experiences, ask questions, and let the wisdom of the crowd guide you to a more productive future. There's nothing like kicking back with fellow farmers, ranchers and gardeners, swapping ideas, and meeting new friends. Come and share! Pot luck too!
Join Scott Duggan, OSU Extension, for a workshop series that covers what you need to know to raise a healthy pasture in Central Oregon, and how to keep your horses happy and healthy while they enjoy the fruits of your labor. The 2024 Series is complete. Sign up for notifications to next year's series now so you don't miss out! From soil basics, to growing pasture to avoiding problem like laminitis, OSU Extension is your best bet!
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