Country Living Expo &Cattlemen’sWinterschool

2020ClassInformationandDescriptions

JumpStartYourPasture

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LunchisincludedwithyourregistrationandisofferedduringSession3or4.ChooseonlyoneclassfromSessions3and4,sothatyoumayattendlunchintheother

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YoumayattendclassesinbothSession3and4,butthenyou’llsacri iceourprimeriborvegetarianlunchandmustbringasacklunch.

Someclassescovertwosessionsandrequiresigningupforbothpartsconsecutively(seethenextthepageforallthe“two‐session”classes).READCAREFULLY.

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ClassTitleSession

# Class#

LivestockFencingBasics 1 119

NoxiousWeeds‐TheSilentKiller 1or2 155or255

PastureEvaluation&Management 3 315

RainWaterCatchmentforAgricultureandSmallFarms 3 321

ElectricFences—Facts,Myths,andTroubleshooting 4 407

PastureManagement 4 445

SolarPoweredWater&ElectricforSmallFarms 5 507

Reseed,Renew,ReboundYourPasture 5 534

RaisingaCoupleofBeef 6 634

BestHorseKeepingPracticesforWesternWashington 6 673

WhattoLookforWhenYouBuyorRentaPieceofProperty 6 680

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recommendationforuse.

Necropsy:"WhydidEweDie?"Take#105&#205‐Sessions1&2ORTake#392&#492‐Sessions3&4+timeforLUNCH

Where there's livestock, there's deadstock. This necropsydemonstration for cattle, sheep and goat owners will showproducers how to do a basic necropsy and look for evidence ofinjury and diseases. It will also help producers understand basicanatomyandbodyfunctions.Instructor—Sessions1&2:Dr.SusanKerrInstructor—Sessions3&4:Dr.KevinJacqueIntrotoLandscapeDesignTake#139&#239‐Sessions1&2

This classwill focusondesign fundamentals tohelpyou improveand design your individual landscape from the ground up.Particular emphasiswill be given to: site analysis, exploring howyouhaveusedorwanttouseyourlandscapeoroutdoorspace,andconnecting your home to your outdoor living space and thesurroundingenvironment.Instructor:DavidMaldaBasicsofWoolProcessingTake#151&#251‐Sessions1&2

Learn how to get that fresh‐off‐the‐sheep leece into primespinningorfeltingshape!We’lltalkaboutpicking,washing,drying,carding and combing, and spend the second hour getting somehands‐on experience using carders and combs with a variety ofwooltypes.Instructor:DeniseMorGettingStartedintheSheepBusinessTake#176&#276‐Sessions1&2

Are you interested inowningyourownsmall lockof sheep whether for iber,meatormilk?Learnfromanexpert as Amy Wolf sharesher immense knowledge ofraising, breeding and caringfor sheep. Gain hands ontechniques for catching andcontainingsheepwhileperformingsimplemaintenanceprocedureslike trimming hoofs or vaccinating. Explore several breeds anddiscoverwhichappealstoyou.Instructor:AmyWolfPoultryProcessing101Take#188&#288‐Sessions1&2ORTake#488&#588‐Sessions4&5

Wanttoraiseyourownchickentoput in thefreezerbutnotsurehowtogoaboutbutcheringyourownbirds?Comelearnthebasicsofpoultryprocessingfromlivebirdtoroastinginyourownoven.Thiswillbeahands‐onclassoutside,dressWARMLYandbringacooler for your take home fresh chicken. Fee:$ 8.00 (includesprocessedbird)Instructor:CassieGoodin

Eachclassdescribedonthispageisscheduledconsecutivelyovertwosessions.Eachclasstitleandnumberisalsolistedontheadditionalsessionpages.Toattendthesetwo‐hourclasses,youmustsignupforbothpartsconsecutively(oneforeachsession).Forinstance,for“Let’sTalkGoats”,signupfor#518forSession5,#618forSession6.

BeekeepingforBeginnersTake#190&#290‐Sessions1&2

Gotbees?Wantbees?Learnthewhere,whenandhowofsettingupyour irst hive. From location, equipment, tools, and basicmanagement,tohowtoinstallapackageornuc.MannLakecatalogprovidedaswellasaplantingforpollinatorguide.Instructor:BonnieSwansonBuildingaSmallFarmBuildingTake#235&#335‐Sessions2&3

Learn how to build a small farm shed for your animals orequipment. Get off to a good start learning how to lay out andsquareyourbuilding,addwalls,roofandawindowanddoor.Instructor:YarnFromScratch:HandspinningonaWheelTake#451&#551‐Sessions4&5

Come spin a yarn!We’ll cover basic principles of spinning,wheeladjustment/setup and drafting techniques, plus winding off andsetting the twist. No experience necessary, but please bring awheel.Woolwillbeprovidedforyouruse.Instructor:DeniseMorPreparingforLambingandKiddingTake#512&#612‐Sessions5&6

Don’tbecaughtunprepared inanemergencysituationduring themost important time of the year! Check your inventory forimportantmedicines,prepareagearbagwithcriticaltoolsnear‐at‐hand,andassessyourinfrastructureintheweeksahead,soyouarereadyforanything!Instructor:MichelleCan ieldLet'sTalkGoatsTake#518&#618‐Sessions5&6

Have you ever wanted to know what is involved in caring for agoat? Are you new to goats and just needmore information? Orhave you had goats for awhile and would just like to know howsomeone else makes it all work? We’ll talk about basicrequirements, housing, fencing, and feeding to keep your goatshealthyandhappy.Instructor:KristiBoydGoodCleanFun!‐SoapMaking101Take#537&#637‐Sessions5&6

Lyedoesn'thavetobescary!Inthis2‐hourclassyouwilllearnthebasics of old fashioned soapmaking. By the end of class youwillhavetheresourcesandknowledgetosafelymakesoapinyourveryownhome.Both"hotprocess"and"coldprocess"soapmakingwillbedemonstrated.Instructor:HeatherForthoferTwo‐sessionclassdescriptionscontinuedonthenextpage

Two-Session Classes

#100AchingHandsandStomped‐onFeet:SimpleToolsandModi icationsforFarmersandGardeners

Awaken your body by adopting the right tool or modi ication tohelpreducethestrainandstressoffarmingonthebody.Inahands‐ondemo,joinWashingtonStateAgrAbilityProject,aUSDA‐fundedprogram, in exploring simple tools and techniques for protectingyourhealthwhilefarmingandgettingbackinthedirt.Instructor:CurtJohnson#102 Financing Options and the 5 C’s of Credit: FinancialResourcesforYourFarmorRanchReadytotakethenextstepinstarting(orexpanding)yourbusinessandyour current lenderdoesn’tunderstandyourneeds?Come tothis informative session to hear irsthand about the resourcesavailable regionally from members of Northwest Farm CreditServices. Opportunities for startups, Entrepreneurial resources,Nuts and Bolts of Loans Available, Limitations and things to beawareofwhenapplying.Instructor:JessSars ield,NorthwestFarmCreditServices#103BeginningFeltingCreateyour irstfeltingproject.Wewillfeltaroundasoapbarandthen embellish it with needle felting. Take home your project toadornyourbathroom.ClassFee:$5.00Instructor:HollyBarnes#104SheepDairying101“Cheese fromtheewe,milk fromthegoat,butter fromthecow.” ‐Spanish proverb. Sheep are amazing animals! In theUS,wemostcommonlyconnectthesecreatureswithmeatandwoolproduction,butyoucanmilksheeptoo!Notonlyistheirmilkhighlynutritiousandeasilydigestible,butitalsomakesdeliciouscheeseandyogurt!Inthisclasswewillreviewthebasicsofhomesteadsheepdairying,with a focus on the ewe‐nique properties of sheep's milk andsheep'smilkproducts.Wewillexploredairysheepbreedsandthetoolsandmaterialsneeded to raiseandcare for them. Ifyou lovesheep and/or are interested in the intricacies of farmsteadcheese,thisclassifforewe!Instructor:JessicaGigot

#106Equine101:AHorseofCourse?Inthisclasswewilldiscussthebasicsofresponsiblehorseorponyownership including: factors to consider before bringing a horsehome,purchasingahorse,housingoptions,vetandfarriercare,andfeedrequirements.Wewillalsoexplorealternativestoownershipforhorse‐lovingkidsandadults, forwhenbuyingyourownisnotanoption.Instructor:SidneySmith#107FoodForestsLearn about the potential of food forests as a community, urban,andrurallanduse.Iwilldiscussthesocialandecologicalbene itsofthese food systems aswell as present somepractical informationoncreatinga foodforest inyour localcommunityoronyourownlandscape.Instructor:CarrieBrausieck,SCDNaturalResourcePlanner#109SmokingFishLearn the processes for curing and smoking ish producing yourownmouthwateringdelights.Instructors:CarolFagerlie#110ManagingWildlifeHabitatsMany species of native wildlife live in small forested acreage inWashington.Habitatisthediversityinthekeytoprovidingforthewondrous species. This class will discuss habitat, animals andsimplemethodsofenhancingyourlandforwildlife.Instructor:KenBevis,DepartmentofNaturalResources,ForestStewardshipProgram#111ArcWeldingIntrotoweldingwithanopportunityforhands‐ontrainingforeachstudent.Add$5materialsfee.Instructor:DarrylMainSession1classdescriptionsarecontinuedonthenextpage

Session 1: 9:00 - 10:00 AM

Two‐SessionClassesSeepg.2&3forclassdescriptions.Toattendtheseclasses,youmustsignupforPart2inSession2.

#105Necropsy:"WhydidEweDie?”,Part1

#139IntroductiontoLandscapeDesign,Part1

#151BasicsofWoolProcessing,Part1

#176GettingStartedintheSheepBusiness,Part1

#188PoultryProcessing101,Part1

#190BeekeepingforBeginners,Part1

FruitTreeGraftingTake#522&#622‐Sessions5&6

Inthisworkshop,wecoverthebasicsofhardwoodgrafting‐tools,timing,andtechnique.Comepreparedforhands‐ongrafting!Bringyourowngraftingknifeifyouhaveone.We’llhavesometoolsonhand.Wewillalsosupplyalimitedselectionofapplerootstockandscionwood.Ifyouwishtograftsomethingotherthanapple,bringyourownrootstockandscionwood.Fee:$5.00Instructor:DanVorhis

Forestomachs,notFourStomachs!Take#592&#692‐Sessions5&6

Learnthepracticalskillsforfeedingacow,sheep,orgoat'srumento promote health, avoid disease episodes, and increaseproductivity.Instructor:Dr.KevinJacque

#115FeedingDairyGoatsFeeding your goats should maximize production, maintain thehealth of the animal and should not be costly. If you are notachievingthesethreegoals,comelearnfeedingtipsthathelpbothyouandyourherd.Instructor:GaryFredricks#119LivestockFencingBasicsComeand learnhowtobuildaproper,safe, strong fencebyusingthebesttechniquesforbuildingcornersandbracesthatwithstandthetestoftime,properlysettingposts,andhanginggatesthatdon’tsag. Learnwhy setting a post in concrete halves the life of a postandmoretricksforbuildingastrong,straightfence.Instructor:MonteGeerdes#129LivestockGuardianDogsAn environmentally‐friendly solution to predator control—livestockguardiandogsarenotlikeotherdogs.Learnaboutbreeds,temperament, training, rules of thumb, and prevailing myths.Becomepredator‐free.Instructor:LauraFaley#137PraisetheLard!Wheredoesitcomefromandhowisitmade?Thissoft,whitefatismaking a comeback, and for good reason! In this class, you willlearn toutilizeandembrace lardasahealthycookingoil.Wewillcover thedifferent typesof lardand theirbestuses—frombakingand cooking to candles and soap! Class participantswill have theopportunitytogethands‐onandbringhomeasmalljaroflardthatthey ilterthemselves.Instructor:HeatherForthofer#138Canning101Learn the basics of safe canningpracticesasweexplorewaterbathandpressure canning. Discover how todetermine which foods may be safelyprocessed with a boiling water bath,which foods require the use of apressure canner, and why. Thisintroductory class will cover someimportant terminology, identifydifferent typesof equipment, andwaysto access safe, tested recipes forcanning.Instructor:JennieBryan‐Goforth#147TheFutureofFireinWashingtonForests:Risksand

ResponsesWild ireandsmokearegrowingconcernsinthePaci icNorthwest.Couldthewild iresthatburnedthroughCaliforniacommunities inrecent years happen here? This sessionwill explore (1) the basicscience of ire, (2) projections of future ire occurrence inWashington,includingtheeffectsofclimatechange,(3) ireriskinwesternWashington,and(4)actionsthathomeownerscantaketoreducethoserisks.Instructor:David Peterson#155NoxiousWeeds:“TheSilentKiller”Many noxious weeds can be hard to identify, control and can bedevastating to established farms and new property owners.Invasive species inWashington State cause 282million dollars incrop and livestock death loss every year.. We will discuss thevarious toxic noxious weeds and how to identify, eradicate andmitigatethembeforetheyharmyourlivestock.Instructor:JosephShea

#160FruitTreePruningLearnthepropertechniques&strategiesforpruningfruittreestomaximizefruitproductionandstrengthenthetree.Instructor:GaryMoulton#165TractorMaintenanceAwell‐maintainedworking tractor is themainstay ofmany smallfarms.Learnroutinepreventativemaintenancetokeepyourtractorstartinguponthe irstturn.Instructor:SteveVanValkenburg#166LefseMaking101Comeand seehow lefse ismade!Findoutwhat tools areneededandwhat are the secrets tomaking successful lefse. Studentswillhaveanopportunitytotrytheirhandatmaking(andeating)lefse.Instructor:GeriPrater#168LearntoSpinYarnIfyou’vealwayswantedto learnhowtomakeyourownyarnandyou’vegotyourbeginner’smindready,joinus!We’llstartslowlybylearning iber basics like staple length and twist, and then we’llmoveon tousing simple tools tomake someyarn.No experiencenecessary!$5classfee.Instructor:CarynVainio#175PruningYourShrubsAreoldershrubstakingoveryourlandscape?Haveyoupurchasedahomewithovergrownbushes? Learnbasicpruningcuts, timingforpruning,typesofshrubsandhowtoprunethem.Currentlocalpictureswithcorrectandincorrecttypespresented.Instructor:ClaudiaWells#196RaisingWaterfowl:AreThereGeeseorDucks inYourFuture?

Whetheryou raise them for eggs,meat, orornaments thesebirdsarelowmaintenance,voraciouseatersofslugs,snails,andbugsandwillingtoeatweedseedsandemergingweeds.Geesearehappytochase interlopers out of your yard while they guard your farm.Exploreraisingducklingsandgoslings,andhowtomakethemfeelathomeonyourfarm.Instructor:BenJanicki#198BeginningBackyardChickenRaisingHome‐grownhensareafantasticsourceoffresheggs,compostandamusement. Learn the basics of raising chicks includingthe nutrition timeline of switching from chick starter to growerand then layer pellets. Housing and coop requirements, picking abreed based on production potential, and learning to tell whichchickensarelayingwillallbecovered.Receiveashortoverviewoflocalcityordi‐nancesaswellaspublichealthsafety for theurbanchickenrancher.Instructor:JohnNelson#199FlowerArranging101Do you have pretty garden lowers and want to display them inyour home? Learn techniques such as greening arrangements,placing lowersthathelpyoucreateashape,andkeeping lowersalivelonger.$4materialsfee.Instructor:StanwoodFFAHorticulture

#200WaterRightsBasicsforRuralLandOwnersDo you use surface water or groundwater at your property tosupplyyourhome,irrigatecropsorlandscaping,waterlivestock,orproducesomethingyousell? Ifso,youmayneedawaterright.Oryoumaybe coveredby a permit‐exemptwater right.Or youmayalreadyhaveawaterright!Oryoumightbeabletoacquireanewwater right or transfer a water right to your property fromsomewhere/someone else. The current regulatory frameworkcontrolling both permit‐exempt groundwater wells and waterrightshasbecomeincreasinglydif iculttonavigateforlandownersin ruralWashingtonState.The availabilityof a legalwater supplyforruraldomestic, irrigation,commercial,andstockwateringusescan affect single‐family homes, farms, ranches, and commercial/industrialoperationsofallsizes.Topicscoveredwillinclude:Whatisawaterright?Whatisapermit‐exemptwaterright? DoIneedawaterright? DoIhaveawaterright? HowdoeswhereIliveaffectwaterrights?

Instructor:JayChennault#201BarnQuiltsLearn the ins‐and‐outsof creatingapaintedbarnquilt soyoucandoitathome.Thistrendstartedin2001inOhioandnowyoucandriveacrossthecountryfollowingquilttrails.MakeyourbarnstandoutwithauniquepieceofAmericana,craftedbyyou.Instructor:JoeHardy#203IntermediateFeltingMakeyourownseamlesssmallfeltedbagthatyouwillembellishwithneedlefelting.Experiencefelting latpiecesof iberisamust.Materialsfee:$5.00Instructor:HollyBarnes#209HomeMethodsofPreservingWildGameMeatYUM!Learn topreservewild gamemeat,make regular& smokedjerky,&preparebiltong(the400‐year‐oldtraditionalSouthAfricanbeef snack cured in a unique and highly‐nutritious way that'sdifferentfromAmericanjerkyintaste&prep).Instructors:JimFagerlie#210ManagingWildlifeHabitatsMany species of native wildlife live in small forested acreage inWashington.Habitatisthediversityinthekeytoprovidingforthewonderous species. This class will discuss habitat, animals andsimplemethodsofenhancingyourlandforwildlife.Instructor:KenBevis,DNR,ForestStewardshipProgram #211ArcWeldingIntrotoweldingwithanopportunityforhands‐ontrainingforeachstudent.Add$5materialsfee.Instructor:DarrylMain

#212UsingKanbantoOrganizeWorkandFlowBorrowaconceptfromLeanManufacturing,makeaKanban(card)board for tracking the low ofwork and inventory. Kanbans helpyou prioritize, communicate and track work status, celebrateprogress,understand laborcapacity,andavoidrunningoutof thematerialsyouneed!Instructor:MichelleCan ield#217HopGrowingHop, skip, and jump to this class and learn about a hardworkingcrop.Flavorfulhopsaren’thardtogrowbuttherearesomethingsyouneedtoknowtobesuccessful.Instructor:ByronBetts&AmyMoe#220HowtoRaiseMeatRabbitsLearntoproperlyhouse,feedandcareformeatrabbits.Instructorwillcoverbreeding(how,whenandhowoften),sexingrabbits,andcosts of operation. Discover how rabbits are an affordable,nutritiousand low impactprotein. (Inthenexthour,Class#320 isafollow‐upclassforthosewhoareinterestedinrabbitprocessing.)Instructor:DevinDay#222IntroductiontoMosaicsLearntohowtodesignandmakeaone‐of‐akindtileprojectwithtipsand ideas.Everyonewillreceiveakitwitheverythingneededto inishyourproject.Takeithometo inish inalstep.$5.00fee.Instructor:AliceDeVries#229StartingaLivestockGuardianDogPuppyPuppiesaresoadorable!Andpuppiesseemsomuchsmaller,easierto manage, and less expensive to purchase than mature workingdogs.ButwhatarethetrainingchallengesandpitfallstobeawareoftogetaLivestockGuardianDogfrompuppyto2‐yr‐oldworkingmaturity?Are thereadvantages?What trainingmethodsaremosteffective with LGDs? How do I choose which breed?What is myinancialcommitment?Thisclassisacrashcourseonthedo'sanddon'ts, the challenges, the joys and stages of development whenstartingwith anLGDpuppyon your farm.This class is not aboutpet puppies; it is exclusively about puppies from LivestockGuardian Dog breeds who are needed to work as LivestockGuardiansonyourfarm.Instructor:LauraFaley#231MamaDrama‐CalvingTipsforSuccessThis classwill focuson thepractical considerations for successfulcalving from beef and dairy cattle. Most principles will beapplicabletootherfarmanimals.Speci icconsiderationstotipsandtricksduringcalfdeliverytrouble.Instructor:Dr.KevinJacqueSession2classdescriptionsarecontinuedonthenextpage

Session 2: 10:15 - 11:15 AM

Two‐SessionClassesSeepg.2&3forclassdescriptions.Toattendtheseclasses,youmustsignupforPart1inSession1or

Part2inSession3.#205Necropsy:"WhydidEweDie?”,Part2

#235BuildingaSmallFarmBuilding,Part1

#239IntroductiontoLandscapeDesign,Part2

#251BasicsofWoolProcessing,Part2

#276GettingStartedintheSheepBusiness,Part2

#288PoultryProcessing101,Part2

#290BeekeepingforBeginners,Part.2

#238Pickling&FermentationNatural fermentation is one of the oldest means of foodpreservation,anditreducestheriskof foodborneillnessandfoodspoilage. Jennie will demonstrate preparation techniques, explainthe science behind pickling and fermentation, how to makesauerkraut,andwillsharerecipes.Instructor:JennieBryan‐Goforth#255NoxiousWeeds:“TheSilentKiller”Many noxious weeds can be hard to identify, control and can bedevastating to established farms and new property owners.Invasive species inWashington State cause 282million dollars incrop and livestock death loss every year. We will discuss thevarious toxic noxious weeds and how to identify, eradicate andmitigatethembeforetheyharmyourlivestock.Instructor:JosephShea#258InstantPot®:TheElectricPressureCookerThisappliancehastakentheworldbystorm.Inthisclass,wewilllearn how to safely use electric pressure cooking units aswell ashowtoincorporatethemintoourbusylivessoourparticipantscancookhealthyandnutritiousmealsathomeinnotime.Instructor:DianeSmith#260TipsforGrowingBlueberriesSuccessfullyWould you like a bountiful blueberry harvest this year? We willcover irrigation, what is needed in soil pH, creating good soilfertility,mulching,pruning,pestcontrol(includingbirds)selectingqualityplantsandwhichvarietiesproducebestinourarea.Instructor:GaryMoulton#265ChainsawMaintenanceandSafetyLearn how to keep your chainsaw in top operating condition andhowtouseitsafely.Ifyoubringyourownsawandanewsaw ileoftheappropriatesize,andapairofgloves,Iwillshowyouhowtoproperlysharpenthechain.Instructor:WaltNicholas#266YaSureYaBetcha:Let'sMakeSomeScandinavianCookiesThis session is a demonstration of how tomake several types ofScandinavian sweet treats! Krumkake rosettes, and more! Comeobserveandtaste!Instructor:GeriPrater#268LearntoSpinYarnIfyou’vealwayswantedto learnhowtomakeyourownyarnandyou’vegotyourbeginner’smindready,joinus!We’llstartslowlybylearning iber basics like staple length and twist, and then we’llmoveon to using simple tools tomake someyarn.No experiencenecessary!$5classfeeInstructor:CarynVainio#272TipsandSkillsforMaintainingYourLandscape–YouCanDoIt!Doyouhavelargeoldshrubstakingoveryourlandscape?Areyouinterestedinaddingnewplantsinnewplaces?Inthisclassyouwilllearnhowtoproperlyprune,plantortransplantyourplantsattheproper time of year to support blooms and new growth.Maintaining healthy soil, plant selection, pest management, and

helpfultipsandtoolswillbecoveredInstructor:DianaWisen#287ConstructionQuestionsAnsweredHereDidyourquickaminuteprojectturnintoabear?EmailyourconstructionquestionstoJonatjon.schwegler@outlook.comwithaphoto,andhewillanswertheminclass.Instructor:JonSchwegler#291Clipping&

FittingBeefCattle

Whatdoesittaketowinin the show ring?Learncurrenttrendsintheartofclippingand ittingtostand out in the showring.Instructor:TarisaToth#295ChickenNecropsyBasics&DemonstrationThe goal of this course is to provide a glimpse into diagnosticpoultrynecropsiesandtheprocessthathappensbehind‐the‐scenesin iguringoutwhyachickenissickorhaspassedaway.Thecoursestartsbyreviewingthebasicinternalanatomyofpoultryandthengoes on to explain the basic steps of a necropsy examination;common indings; and the additional testing involved in theprocess.Instructor:Dr.LauraChen#296AdvancedPoultryGeneticsandSelection: Alreadyraisepoultry,butwanttotakeyourbreedingoperationtothenextlevel?Lovegeneticsandwanttolearnmoreabouthowitworksinchickens,ducks,geese,andturkeys?Thisclasswillcoverabrief history of poultry breeding, overview of poultry genetics,inbreeding, hybridization, andcommon strategiesonbreeding forshowandproductivequalities.Instructor:BenjaminJanicki#298FlowerArranging101Do you have pretty garden lowers and want to display them inyour home? Learn techniques such as greening arrangements,placing lowers thathelpyoucreatea shape, andkeeping lowersalivelonger.$4materialsfee.Instructor:StanwoodFFAHorticulture

# 335 “TheMountains are Calling, IMustGo” –BackcountryHorsemenofWashingtonLearnallabout theBackcountryHorsemenofWashingtonandthesteps that this organization takes tomake backcountry riding forhorse and mule owners safe, environmentally friends, and fun.Many of the hiking trails inWashington statewere developed byBCHWmembers, and many of those trails are still open to stockanimals. BackcountryHorsemenofWashingtonhas local chaptersineverycountyinthestate,andhostsavarietyofworkshops,largescaleevents,prizerides,trailrepairworkparties,andmuchmore.The idea is tohit the trail that is less traveled, leaveno trace,andmeetsomeamazingfolksintheprocess. LearntheinsandoutsofBackCountryriding:fromequipment,tosafety,wheretogo,howtoprepareyourselfandyourhorse,andhowtoworkseamlesslywiththe Forest Service and other trail users. BCHW helps horse andmule owners experience some of the most breathtaking naturalwondersofWashingtonstatefromtheirsaddle.Instructor:CindyKinney#337RaisingPigsonPastureLearnaboutthevariousbreedsandhowtochoosetherightoneforyou!Wewilldiscussrotationalgrazing,the importance of forage andsupplemental feed, shelterrequirements, fencing, and the uniquechallenges faced by raising pigs in anunconventionalmanner.Instructor:HeatherForthofer#338Freezing,Drying,&RootCellaringLearnabout storage andpreservationmethods including freezing,dehydration,andusingrootcellarsorothermicroclimatestorageinyour home.Wewill also look at different designs for root cellarsandbasicconstructionmethods. Instructorhas livedwiththerootcellarfor20yearsandcanofferpracticaladviceandinformation.Instructor:JennieBryan‐Goforth#345Bats!WhoTheyAre,WhereTheyLive,andWhoTheyBene it!Washington State has 15 different species of bats. Find out howmanyliveinyourneighborhood,whyyoushouldlikebats,andhowtoattractbatstoyouryard.Learnwhattheyeat,wheretheyliketolive andwhy they like to live in your attic or roof. Find outwhatbats do each season of the year, how to make a bat house, andwhichisthebeststyleforourarea.Andofcourse,learnhowtodobatexclusions.Instructor:MegLunnum#348BeefNutritionLearnthebasicsofbeefnutritiontokeepyourherdhealthyandproductivelyonthegainuntil inishing.Instructor:TonyHansenSession3classdescriptionsarecontinuedonthenextpage

#303 Physical Exam of the Ruminant—Looking Deeper IntoYourAnimal

This class will cover a hands‐on physical exam of the ruminantanimal. My examination is based on a systems approach to theanimal. These systems include sensory, reproductive, digestive,mammary plus several more. I will go over equipment needed,safety, provide normal parameters for the animal, and just asimportantly, give you abnormalities for each system. For thoseanimals who are not as cooperative, I will also provide someinformation foranover‐the‐fenceexam.Thegoal Ihave inallmyclasses is to help owners take a more active role in themanagementoftheiranimals.Instructor:Dr.Tim Cuchna#306GrowLusciousTomatoes—EvenintheNW!Evenhere,whereoursummercanbedampandabitchilly,youcanlearn the tricks to cultivate tomatoes like an expert.Start littletomatoplantsright,andlearnwhatvarietiestochoose.What’sthebest fertilizer, andwhen to apply it?When summer comes you’llhaveajuicyharvesttoshare.Instructor:BobBryan#312ManagingThe7WastesonYourFarmBorrowaconceptfromLeanManufacturing,andmasterTheSevenWastes on your farm. Analyzing your operation to identify andeliminate“muda”(waste)willimprovepro itabilityandreducethecostofnon‐quality,aswellascutdownyourworkloadandstress!Instructor:MichelleCan ield#313RaisingaPairofWeanerPigsThefeeding,housingandfencingoptionsforraisingapairofweanerpigswillbediscussed.Instructor:ChrisCarlson#315PastureEvaluationandManagementToo many weeds, not enough grass? Learn how to look at yourpasturemanagementwithacriticaleyeand indoutsomesimplemanagementstrategiesforimprovingyourforageproduction.Instructor:GaryFredricks#320ButcheringMeatRabbitsComepreparedto irstseearabbitprocessedandcleanedforhomeconsumptionandthengothroughtheprocesswithrabbitprovidedforyou.Bringacoolertotakehomeyourprocessedrabbitmeat.DRESSWARM!Classfee:$8Instructor:DevinDay#333PieCrustPie is an iconicAmericandessert and Jeannie has thewhisperinghandsneededtotransformjustafewingredientsintoalight, luffy,crust as it wraps around the illing. You too can create mouth‐wateringcrusts.Instructor:JeannieBoon

Two‐SessionClassesSeepg.2&3forclassdescriptions.Toattendtheseclasses,youmustsignupforPart1inSession2,or

Part2inSession4.

#335BuildingaSmallFarmBuilding,Part2

#392Necropsy:"WhydidEweDie?",Part1

Session 3: 11:30 AM -

12:30 PM

PleasechooseaclassfromSession3or4.You’lleatlunchduringthesessionnotchosenforaclass.

Orchoosetoforegoourprimeriborvegetarianlunchandchooseaclassinbothsessions.Bringyourownlunch.

#350PerfectPairing:Chocolate&StrawberriesIn this class learn how to create gourmet dipped berries—adeliciouslysweetgiftforanyoccasion.Classfee$5Instructor:Kim Fox#364BackCountryFirstAidForHorsesThisclasswillcoverwhattopackandwhattoknowwhenyouareheadedouttothebackcountrywithyourhorse.Instructor:Dr.JenniferSparks#365RainbirdSprinklerFirstAidBringyourbrokensprinklerheadsandwe’ll igureouthowto ix‘em!Instructor:SteveVanValkenburg#374HoofCareforSheepandGoatsThebestwaytopreventlamesheeporgoatsonyourfarmistimelyhoof care. Learn the proper techniques for trimming to allow forhealthy stronghooves tokeepyour livestockoutstanding in theirield. Class will also cover common causes and treatment oflamenessinsheepandgoats.Bringyourquestions.Instructor:#382UsingEssentialOilsontheFarmLearnhowtouseessentialoilsonyourfarm,insidethehomeandout,foryou,yourfamily,yourpets,yourlivestock,andmore.Fromnatural,effectivecleaning inyourhomeandbarn, tohelpingkeepyour pets and livestock thriving on your farm, this class is foreveryone!Instructor:TamaraShelley

#375Microclimates:SuccessorFailureinYourYardLearnhowtodeterminewhatmicroclimatesyouhaveinyourownyard.Andwhydoesthisevenmatter—becauseplantsaregoingtothriveintheconditionstheylikebestandyouneedtoknowwherespeci icvariablesexistinyouryardrelatedtoslope,orientationtothe sun, wind exposure, soil type and drainage, elevation. Evenslight changes in any of these can create a differentmicroclimatethanexistsintherestofyourgarden.Instructor:ClaudiaWells#391Clipping&Fitting

BeefCattleWhatdoes it take towinin the show ring? Learncurrent trends in the artof clipping and itting tostand out in the showring.Instructor:TarisaToth#395EdibleMushroomCultivationLearnthebasicstepstoinoculatelogstogrowyourownediblemushrooms.Instructor:KevinZobrist

#401ManagingStressinAgricultureCountrylivingisrewarding,butlet’sfaceit,lifeandmakingalivingoffthelandisn’teasy.Comelearnaboutwaystolimitandmanagestress,identifyriskwarningsigns,andhelpyourselfandotherslivelifetothefullest.Instructor:KateSeymour#404EverybodyLovesaGalette!It'snotapieorapizza,butit'sdeliciousandeasytomake.Galettesare lat, free‐form, low‐fusstarts thatoriginated inEurope. In thisclass we will make both sweet and savory galettes and exploredough‐making techniques as well as seasonal illing options andrecipes.Opentoallcookinglevels.Instructor:JessicaGigot#407ElectricFences—Facts,Myths,andTroubleshootingGroundrods,connectors,jules—whatdoesittaketokeepafencehot?Learnhowtomeasurepowerneeds.fencelayoutgates,andhandles.Instructor:BryanFaley

Two‐SessionClassesSeepg.2&3forclassdescriptions.Toattendtheseclasses,youmustsignupforPart1inSession3,or

Part2inSession5.

#451YarnfromScratch:HandspinningonaWheel,Part1

#488PoultryProcessing,Part1

#492Necropsy:"WhydidEweDie?",Part2andLUNCH

Session 4: 12:45 - 1:45 PM

PleasechooseaclassfromSession3or4.You’lleatlunchduringthesessionnotchosenforaclass.

Orchoosetoforegoourprimeriborvegetarianlunchandchooseaclassinbothsessions.Bringyourownlunch.

#411ArcWeldingIntrotoweldingwithanopportunityforhands‐ontrainingforeachstudent.Add$5materialsfee.Instructor:DarrylMain#421RainWaterCatchmentforAgricultureandSmallFarms:

Part1Thiswillbeatwo‐partclass(secondsessionisoptional).Inthe irstsessionwewilllearnhowtousetherunofffromyourexistingroofsforlivestockwatering,gardenirrigationandemergencystor‐age.Wewillexplorekeycomponentsforeverycollectionsystem,aswellassomeofthemoreuniqueconsiderationsspeci ictoagricul‐turaluses.Allarewelcome,whetheryouarejustconsideringa50gallonbarrelorwanttodoa100,000galloncistern.See#521forSession2(optional).Instructor:DerekHahnandDavidJacksonSession4classdescriptionsarecontinuedonthenextpage

#423BovineReproductionBasicsWewillbediscussingsignsofheat/estrus,whentobreedAItogetyour cattle herd pregnant and basic reproduction anatomy of acow.Therewillbebovinereproductive tractsavailable toexploretheartofAI.Instructor:#424BuildingaPollinatorGardenfromGrasstoBloomingExuberanceThatpollinatorsareinperilhasbeeninthenews.Onecauseistheloss of habitat and lack of abundant loral blooms to sustainthem. Using urban landscapes andmarginal land to replace lostloweringplantsandhabitats fornestingmayrestoresomeof themeadowhabitatslosttodevelopment.Instructor:SharonCollman#436UncommonFruitsforPugetSoundGardensThis topic discusses some tree, bush, and vine fruits that are notcommonly known and grown in our area (i.e. hardy kiwi, aronia,quince,haskap, shipova, andothers).The information isbasedontrialsatWSUMountVernonNWRECandobservationsfromnurse‐rygrowersoverseveralyears.Instructor:JacquelineKing #442OwlsoftheNightFor thousands of years myths and legends have surroundedowls:aretheysymbolsofgoodfortuneandwisdomorharbingersof death? The Skagit Audubon Society will present an in‐depthprogram about these unique and sometimes mysterious birds ofthenight.Wewill explorewhatmakes an owl andowl, and theirspecial adaptations forhuntingatnight. InPugetSoundwehavenineregularlyoccurringowls.Inthesecondhalfoftheprogramwewill take a look at these owls which aremore likely to be heardthanseen.Instructor:SheilaPeraandJaneBrandt#444SaddleFittingA good fitting saddle is imperative for the comfort of both horseandrider.Itimprovesthewayyourhorsewillwork,makingthemmorewilling. The goal of proper saddle fit is to identify a saddlethatfitsbothparticipants‐thehorseandtherider.Butwhichisthemost important of the two? Without question, fitting the horse.Cheriewilllookatthekeyphysicalcharacteristicsaffectingsaddleandfitandsharecriticalsaddlefittingpoints.Instructor:CherieGeerdes#445PastureManagementToomanyweedsandnotenoughgrass?Come indouthowtoas‐sessyourcurrentlivestockgrazingprogramtohelpimproveforageproduction, reduce weeds and runoff through some simple man‐agementstrategiesforhelpingtoimproveforageproduction.Instructor:EricSchuh#460HomeOrchardPestControlLearnhowtocontrolyour fruitpestsusingorganic, conventional,andmechanicalmeans. Timing ismost importantandwithdwarftreesitispossibletoalmosteliminatepesticidesusingmechanicalcontrol.Instructor:GaryMoulton

#468LearntoKnitMake your own fabric with two sticksand some string! This very basic classaimstoteachthosewho’vealwayswant‐edto learnhowtocastonsimply,makesome knit stitches, and gradually buildfromthere.Comewithyourlearninghaton, no experience is required! Classfee:$5Instructor:CarynVainio#469TheEquineToothFairyDid you know the job of an equine dentist is mostly preventivework?Horse'steetharealwayschangingandcanaffecttheoverallhealth and performance of your horse. Come learn about annualdentalcare,dentaldeformities,toothextractions,andtheanatomyofyourequine'smouth.Instructor:Dr.ClaireTungseth#472FragrantShrubsforPNWGardensFragrance offers another level of pleasure to your garden. Learnabout fragrant shrubs that will thrive in Paci ic Northwest land‐scapes.Therearesomeforeveryseasonoftheyear.Instructor:DianaWisen#474SwineHealth:CommonChallengesProducinghighqualitypork foryourselforyour customers is en‐hancedbykeepingthemhealthyandthriving.Thisclasswillcovercommondiseasesthatcauselossandillnessinsmallswineopera‐tions.Bringyourquestions!Instructor:#487ConcreteSlabsforSheds,Greenhouses,CompostingandWalkways

Needaplace tohide thebodies?Pavement is forever, soconcretepadsare theperfect solution tomany farmproblemssuchasma‐nure management, rodent control, mud control and creating drystorage.We'llcoverbudgeting,design,permits,groundprep,form‐ing,reinforcing,crackprevention,wheretobuy, installation,basicinishing, drying, tools, protective equipment, how to chipup andremove,andifitallgoestopot:costtohireapro.Instructor:JonSchwegler#496RaisingHeritageTurkeysHeritageturkeysarelonglived,activeforagers,geneticallydiversebreedsthatareabletomatenaturallyandraisetheiryoung.Muchslower to develop heritage birds livelong enough to develop a layer of fatbeneath the skin,which impartsa richlavortothemeat.Theyalsohavelarg‐erthighsandlegsbecausetheystillrunand lywhichproducesespeciallydark,juicymeat.Learnhowtoraiseheritagebreeds of turkey for your family’sneeds.Instructor:BenjaminJanicki

#501Souper‐NaturalSoupsWe’llmakesouper‐fast,souper‐delicioussoupsfromingredientsinyour pantry and freezer that came from your souper‐abundantgarden.Instructor:SuzanneButler#502IntrotoHomeCidermakingAnintrotomakingciderathome.Learnaboutequipmentrequired,basic hygiene, apple processing, sweet cider making, hard ciderfermentationandbottling.Alsovinegarandcyser, andalternativemethodsofciderproduction.Instructor:DougHo ius#503AnIntroductiontoDryCuringSalami,CuringBacon&

MakingProsciuttoHavethesatisfactionofmakingyourownbacon,pancettaorsalamiathome,withtheabilitytocustomizethe lavortoyourtaste.Stu‐dentswill learn aboutmeat selection and seasoning.Wewill dis‐cusswhere to source equipment and spices.What is a “cure” andwhat is safe?Do I smoke? Is it a hot or cold smoke?What aboutfoodsafety?Grinders,stuffers,andsmokerswillallbediscussedaswellasthedifferentcasingsforthevarioussausagesandsalamis.Ifyouhaveaninterestintraditionalfoodpreservation,thenthisclassisforyou.Instructor:B.J.Martin#506DesignaDripIrrigationSystemforYourGardenAfterthisdrysummeryoumaybelookingforabetterwaytowateryourgarden.Adripirrigationsystemtakestheworkoutofwater‐ing,whetheragardenbed,deckgarden,greenhouse,or individualplant,withaminimal loss toevaporationor runoff. It canbepro‐grammedtooccuratanyscheduledesired.MasterGardenandirri‐gationexpertBobBryanwillillustratethedesignandimplementa‐tionofdripsystemsinanumberofscenarios.Instructor:BobBryan# 507 Solar‐Powered Portable Water & Electrics for SmallFarmsLearn about practical home‐built solar‐powered water pumping,electric fences and lighting. great for small farms and leased pas‐tures.Instructor:BrianFaley#515SelectingtheRightHayPaying toomuch forpoorhay?Garywill discusswhat to look forwhenbuyinghayandfactors thataffecthaynutrition.Learnwhatmakeshigh‐qualityhayandhowtoidentifyitinthebalebeforeyoubuy. Participants are encouraged to bring samples of their ownhay. Instructor:GaryFredricks

#508Camels:TheOtherLivestockMilk. Wool. Meat. Pleasure riding. Carting. Dressage. All this andmore is what a domestic camel can bring to your life. There aremany factors to considerwhencontemplatingadditionof a camelor two toyourherd,andaswithother livestockanimals, is it im‐portant to be fully informed before purchasing one. Learn aboutthis fascinating,multi‐purpose ruminant that’s beendomesticatedlonger than horses. Important information for choosing a camelsuchasspecies,age,genderandfunctional trainingwill be cov‐eredas the speaker sharesherexperienceandpassionforthisunder‐utilizedandoftenpoorlyunderstood animal. In addi‐tion, learn about the cuttingedge research with AnimalAssisted Interventionsutilizingthese gentle giants both in Eu‐ropeandNorthAmerica.Instructor:DanaBrothers#514SourdoughBreadBakingforBeginnersFlour, water, and salt. These are all you need to bake sourdoughbread at homebut the process can be confusing for the inexperi‐enced.Ifyou'vetriedkeepingasourdoughculturewithoutsuccess,orifyou'dliketotrybutareconcernedaboutfailure,cometothisclassontheartandscienceofsourdough.Comeseeandsmellsour‐dough cultures at different stages and learn how to keep a thriv‐ingculturethatwillraisetastybreadinyourhomeoven.We'llalsolearnwaysto itregularbread‐bakingintoyourbusylife.Eachstu‐dentcan takehomewell‐testedrecipesand theirownestablishedculturetohelpthemgetstartbakingrightaway.Instructor:CarolFrey#520WestCoastBigMapleSyrupTappingFortheHobbyistProducingMaple syrup is no longer just for the east coast. Learnhow to tap thebig leafmaples inyourbackyard tomake someofthemost lavorfulmaplesyrupyouhaveevertasted.Thisclasswillpresentyouwithhow toknowwhat treeswillproduce sap,whattools to use and how to cook it down intomaple syrup. Impressyour friends and familywhenyoubring themhomemadebig leafmaplesyrupproducedontheWestCoast.Instructor:DevinDay#521BuildYourOwnRainBarrel(RainWater,Part2)Inthis“second”sessionwewillhelpyoubuilda55gallonrainbar‐reltouseatyourownhouse.Youwillnotneedtobringanytoolsorpartsforthisclass,butwillneedtohaveenoughroominyourcarto take the barrel home.We can typically it a barrel in the backseat of a sedan. $50tocoverthecostoftherainbarrelsandislimitedtothe irst30peopleregistered,whotaketheirbarrelhome.Anyoneiswelcome towatch the‐build‐your‐own rainbarrel atno charge.(SeeSession3,#421forPart1.)Instructor:DerekHahnandDavidJackson

Session 5: 2:00 - 3:00 PM

Two‐SessionClassesSeepg.2&3forclassdescriptions.Toattendtheseclasses,youmustsignupforPart1inSession4,or

Part2inSession6.#512PreparingforLambingandKidding,Part1

#518Let’sTalkGoats,Part1

#522FruitTreeGrafting,Part1

#537GoodCleanFun!‐SoapMaking101,Part1

#551YarnFromScratch:HandspinningonaWheel,Part2

#588PoultryProcessing,Part2

#592Forestomachs,notFourStomachs!Part1

Session5classdescriptionsarecontinuedonthenextpage#534Reseed,Renew,ReboundYourPastureHas your pasture gotten thin, weedy, or weak? Have you over‐grazed,hitithard,andjustwanttobringitbacktolifeorimproveit?Learnwhen,whyorhowtorenovateyourpastures.Soiltesting,combined with timing, seeding varieties, equipment and propergrazingmanagementwillbediscussed tomakeyourpastures thebesttheycanbe.Instructor:BobbiLindemulder#536TheBestAppleandPearVarietiesfortheNorthwestWhat varieties are right for you?Hear about the very best appleand pear varieties of the Paci icNorthwest fromWSU researcherJackyKing. Instructor:JackyKing#538PlantBasedDietsInterestedinincorporatingmoreplantfoodsintoyourdiet?Manypeople are moving towards incorporating plant foods for betterhealth. Thisworkshopwill provide introductory information andskillsuseful to thoseconsideringanycon igurationofplant‐baseddiet. If someone inyourhouseholdhasdietary restrictionsand islooking to move toward more plant foods, this is the course foryou!Learnnewrecipesandenjoysamplesofdeliciousplantbasedfoods‐basedfoodstoincorporateintoanydiet!Instructor:JennieBryan‐Goforth #543Rats:It’sNotRudolphInYourAtticEEK!Thatscurryingandsqueakingwon'tgoawaywithasquirtofoil‐‐butifyoulearnthehabitsandbehaviorofratsyouwillbeabletogetridofthem.Learntobait,trapandexterminatethesediseasecarryingpests.Instructor:KarlBishop#544GardeningForPollinatorsThe importance of our pollinators is in the news. Pollination ofplantsisresponsiblefor1ofevery3bitesoffoodweconsumeandisessential for our varieddiet. Come learn some importantwaysyoucanattractandsupport thosethat ‘buzz” inyourowngardenspace.Instructor:VirgeneLink‐New#546TinyHomeDesign!Interested in this popular idea, but need some professional helpwithdesignandconstructionideas?Thisclasswillcoverconstruc‐tion options and framing systems, code, foundation and roo ingoptions, design styles, use of recycled materials, budgeting, andmore.InstructorRobertGoforthisabuilderwithdecadesofexperi‐encewhohasbuiltmanydifferent stylesof tinyhomesandsmallstructures.Instructor:RobertGoforth#550LeatherCraftLearnthesingle‐looproundbraid.YouwillmakeaSkilletHandleMittthatyouwillbeabletotakehomewithyou.ClassFee$3.00Instructor:EugeneBarnes#555Quilts:CaringforTreasuresHaveyoubeenentrustedwithheritage familyquiltsorperhapsaquilter yourself? Learn how to care and repair your quilts youmake or have inherited from family members. Preserve thesetreasuresforthenextgeneration.Instructor:DianneCoombs

#561GiantPumpkinGrowingforBeginnersImaginethesuninyourfaceinHalfMoonBay,CAwhilestandingontopofyourgiantpumpkinweighing in at 1910 pounds be‐causethat’sexactlywhatCindyTobeck,theinstructor for this class, did and then col‐lected her check for $11,500. In class shewillcoverstartingpumpkinseeds,pruningandtrainingyourplant,andgeneralgrow‐ing requirements. Seed nomenclature and growers resourceswillbecovered.Whatagreatopportunitytolearnfromthebest.Instructor:CindyTobeck#564BuyingaNewHorse:UptheOddsHorse shopping canbedaunting, andweeding out the good fromthebadissometimesadif iculttask.It'seasytogetcarriedawaybyabigsetofbrowneyes,eventhoughthehorsebattingthemmay‐notbethebesthorseforyou.However, thewronghorsecanruinthefunofridingandmaybeunsafe.We’lltalkaboutpre‐purchaseexams,horseattitudes,con irmation,andintendeduse.Instructor:Dr.JenniferSparks#565TractorMaintenanceAwell‐maintainedworking tractor is themainstayofmany smallfarms.Learnroutinepreventativemaintenance tokeepyourtrac‐torstartinguponthe irstturn.Instructor:SteveVanValkenburg#567IntroductiontoMasonBeesThisclasscoversthebasicsofwhymasonbeesareimportanttous.Learnfromsomeonewhohasbeenraisingmasonbeesfor20yearshoweasyitistoraisemasonbees,wheretolocatetheirhousesforbest results,howmanybeesyouneed,whatplantsattractmasonbees,andhowourNWweathercanaffectthebeesandyourcrops.Instructor:RayStrelecki#568LearntoKnitMakeyourown fabricwith twosticksandsomestring!Thisverybasicclassaimstoteachthosewho’vealwayswantedtolearnhowto cast on simply, make some knit stitches, and gradually buildfrom there. Comewith your learning hat on, no experience is re‐quired!ClassFee:$5.00Instructor:CarynVainio#571BicycleMaintenance101Learn the basics of maintaining your bicycle from a professionalbicyclemechanic.Wewilldiscusseverythingfromhowtospeedilyixa lattiretosmallrepairsandcatchingissuesearlyon.Bringanyquestions about your own bicycle and leave with some tips andtricksonmakingitrunsmoothly!Instructor:NickTutle&DerrickDeVries#582FirstAidforFarm&FamilyLearnfarm irstaid,whattodoinanemergencyandhowtoevalu‐ateforseverityofinjuryfromacareer ire ighter/EMTwith18yearsofexperience.Instructor:RobertShelley#595WhyareSoManyTreesDying?ForestHealthBasicsin

WesternWAThe class coverswhat every owner ofwoodedpropertyneeds toknowabouthowforesthealthworksinwesternWashington.Learnaboutcurrentandspreadingissuesaffectingthearea,riskfactors,andhowtoknowhowwellyourforestisfunctioning.Knowwhat’snormal andwhat’s not,when to be concerned, andwhat to do ifyou suspect a problem.Thediscussionwill include root diseases,insects, parasitic plants, and drought, and we’ll discuss practicalstrategiesforrecoveringfromandpreventingproblems.Instructor:KevinZobrist

#600MotorcycleMaintenance101Maintainyourbikebeforeyoucrashandburn.Learnhowtochangeandcleanyourair ilter,changeyouroil,maintainandadjustyourbike’schainandchangeoutbrakepads.KenOliver,crewchief formany localmoto racers, will show you how to keep your bike atpeakperformance.Instructor:KenOliverandDerrickDeVries#601Vets in InternationalMissions:GivingaHandUp,NotaHandOut

Dr.HaskinswillhavejustreturnedfromhistriptoKenyawhereheandhisteamstrivetoimprovethelivesofthepeoplebyprovidingveterinaryservicestolivestockandworkonsustainabilityprojectsforthepeople.Instructor:DanHaskins#602IntrotoHomeCidermakingAnintrotomakingciderathome.Learnaboutequipmentrequired,basic hygiene, apple processing, sweet cider making, hard ciderfermentationandbottling.Alsovinegar and cyser, andalternativemethodsofciderproduction.Instructor:DougHo ius#603AnIntroductiontoDryCuringSalami,CuringBacon&

MakingProsciuttoHavethesatisfactionofmakingyourownbacon,pancettaorsalamiathome,withtheabilitytocustomizethe lavortoyourtaste.Stu‐dentswill learn aboutmeat selection and seasoning.Wewill dis‐cusswhere to source equipment and spices.What is a “cure” andwhatissafe?DoIsmoke?Isitahotorcoldsmoke?Whataboutfoodsafety?Grinders,stuffers,andsmokerswillallbediscussedaswellas the different casings for the various sausages and salamis. Ifyou’reinterestedintraditionalfoodpreservation,thisisforyou.Instructor:B.J.Martin#605KeepingItCleanintheCoop,Cage,andCorralWithseveralseriousnewdiseasesofconcerncirclingworldwide‐‐includinginWashington‐‐andtheusualpathogensalwayscirculat‐ing,nowisagoodtimetoreviewyourfarmbiosecurityplan.Fromvaccinationstovisitorpolicies,thispresentationwillbeacompre‐hensivelookattheactionsyoucantaketoreducetheintroductionandspreadofdiseasesonlivestockfarms.Instructor:Dr.SusanKerr#608AfricanTortoisesInterestedinhavingareptilejoinyourherd?ComelearnabouttheAfricanSpurredTortoise,thelargestlandtortoiseintheworld.Thestrongand silent type, this animalhasuniquedietary andhabitatneeds.Dotheyhibernate?Howcanyousexatortoise?Isthereanypersonalitydifferencesbetweenthem?Aretheyaffectionate?Learnall this andmore and,weather permitting, you’ll have the oppor‐tunitytomeetMarvintheuniquelyfriendlytortoise.Instructor:DanaBrothers#611ArcWeldingIntrotoweldingwithanopportunityforhands‐ontrainingforeachstudent.Add$5materialsfee.Instructor:DarrylMain

#614SourdoughBreadBakingforBeginnersFlour, water, and salt. These are all you need to bake sourdoughbread at homebut theprocess canbe confusing for the inexperi‐enced.Ifyou'vetriedkeepingasourdoughculturewithoutsuccess,orifyou'dliketotrybutareconcernedaboutfailure,cometothisclassontheartandscienceofsourdough.Comeseeandsmellsour‐dough cultures at different stages and learn how to keep a thriv‐ingculturethatwillraisetastybreadinyourhomeoven.We'llalsolearnwaysto itregularbread‐bakingintoyourbusylife.Eachstu‐dentcan takehomewell‐testedrecipesand theirownestablishedculturetohelpthemgetstartbakingrightaway.Instructor:CarolFrey

#615BodyScoreCondition:YourLivestockHowdo you know if your feeding your animals correctly? Learnhowtoevaluateyouranimal’sconditionandunderstandhowthatrelatestotheirproductivityandhealth.Instructor:GaryFredricks#624Eyesinthe ield:InvasiveInsectsAttackingTrees,Shrubs,Lawns/PasturesandSoilsOur state is being invaded by insects riding in on plants, planes,autosandair.Learnwhattolookforandhowtogetidenti icationsoninsectsthatpuzzleyou. Instructor:SharonCollman#627HowtoSelect,Grow,andPruneClematis,theQueenoftheVinesWhether you have only one clematis or a dozen you can alwaysintroduce one more into your garden. Learn about the differenttypesofclematisbasedonbloomtimeandvigorandhowtheycanbeusedascompanionplants.Learntipsabout initialplantingandsubsequent growth and training. Learn some basic guidelines forpruning and that pruning rarely kills a clematis. Leave this talkreadytobuyyournextclematis!Instructor:MarilynGlenn#628ShearingSheepOnAStandTake control of getting your sheep sheared on your timeline andyour standard. Watch a local top breeder of premium wool andmeat sheep show you her system for shearing sheep on a stand.Keepingyouranimalsecureandsafewhileatanappropriateheightmakesthissystemawinforall.(Outside;Dresswarmly.)Instructor:EileenHordyk#634RaisingaCoupleofBeefBobbiLindemulderfromSnohomishConservationDistrictpartnerswithToddMacomber,PresidentoftheSnohomishCountyCattle‐menandapanelofbeefproducerstoanswersomecommonques‐tionsincluding:Howto indqualityanimals,WhatdoIneedinmyvetbox,HowdoImarketmybeef,HowcanIbesuccessfulwhenI'veneverfarmed!?Comehearfromcattlemenatalllevelsofexpe‐rience,bringyourquestions,andavoidcommonpitfallsingettingintoraisingcattle.Moderators:BobbiLindemulderandToddMacomber.Present‐ers:MembersoftheSnohomishCountyCattlemen’sAssociationSession6classdescriptionsarecontinuedonthenextpage

Session 6: 3:15 - 4:15 PM

Two‐SessionClassesSeepg.2&3forclassdescriptions.Toattendtheseclasses,youmustsignupforPart1inSession5.

#612PreparingforLambingandKidding,Part2

#618Let’sTalkGoats,Part2

#622FruitTreeGrafting

#637GoodCleanFun!‐SoapMaking101,Part2

#692Forestomachs,notFourStomachs!Part2

#638SeedSavingforHomeGardensPeoplesaveseed formanydifferentreasons, including thepreser‐vationofgeneticdiversityandcostreduction.We'lllearnthebasicsonwhatcanbesaved,bestpractices,seedprocessing,andstorageoptions.InstructoristhedirectorofFinneyFarmSeedDistro,whichhasprovidedfreeseedtolocalschools,foodbanks,andcommunitygardensforadecade.Packagesoflocal,organic,heirloomseedwillbemadeavailabletoallparticipants.Instructor:JennieBryan‐Goforth#643TheFamilyMilkCow—MilkforYou!Learnabout the joys,workload,options,bene itsandrealitiesofafamilymilkcow.Basiccare,sanitarymilkingpractices,andusesforyourmilkwillbecovered,aswellas tips tomake itallworkonasmallfarmorevenbackyard.Instructor:KarlBishop#650LeatherCraftLearnthesingle‐looproundbraid.YouwillmakeaSkilletHandleMittthatyouwillbeabletotakehomewithyou.Instructor:EugeneBarnes#653Cushing’sDiseaseintheHorseInterested in learning more about Cushing’s Disease? Have youheard about Equine Metabolic Syndrome? In this lecture we willtalk about every aspect of these common issues, from identifyingearlysigns tomanagementafterdiagnosis.Thegoal is tohelpourequinecompanionslivelong,happylivesbyprovidingyouwiththemostup‐to‐dateinformation.Instructor:Dr.VivekaRannala#661GiantPumpkinsBeyondtheSeedThisadvancedclasswillcoversoilamending,seedselection,fertiga‐tion and watering, pest management and disease control. Here’swhereyouwilllearntopushyourpumpkintothemax.Instructor:CindyTobeck#665FixingaLeakySinkorFaucetTap,Tap,Tap,Doyouhavealeakyfaucetdrivingyoucrazy?Learnhow tomakeminor repairs to your sink and bring quiet to yourhome.Instructor:SteveVanValkenburg#667MasonBees:NowThatIHaveThem,WhatDoIDo?Thisclassgoes intowhentoputoutyourbees,howtomaintainahealthybeesupply,andhowandwhentoharvestyourbees.We’llcoverstoringbeesfornextseason.Cleaningofbeesandhouseswillbedemonstratedduringthisclass.Severalstylesofbeehouseswillbedisplayed,andtheirprosandconswillbediscussed.Eachpartic‐ipantwillbegiventheirownbeehousetobuildandtakehome.$20.00materialsfee/student.Instructor:RayStrelecki#682FirstAidforFarm&FamilyLearnfarm irstaid,whattodoinanemergencyandhowtoevalu‐ate for severity of injury from a career ire ighter/EMT with 18yearsofexperience.Instructor:RobertShelley#671CookingWithWinterVegetablesWithourmildPNWwinters,we’reblessedtohaveanabundanceoflocalproduceavailabletousyear‐round.JoinBoldlyGrownFarmownerAmyFryeforthishands‐onsessionprovidingtipsandtricksforstoringandpreparinganassortmentofwintervegetables—fromstalwartstapleslikecarrots,beetsandsquashtonewfoundfavor‐iteslikeradicchioandceleriac.Recipesprovidedsoyoucancarryonyourculinaryadventuresathome.Instructor:AmyFrye

#673BestHorsekeepingPracticesforWesternWashingtonJoinMichaelHipp,FarmPlannerwiththeSnohomishConservationDistrict who specializes in all things equine, to discuss the bestpracticesforkeepingahorseintheuniqueenvironmentofwesternWashington. Topics will include soil, pasture, bedding, managingmanure,handlingrainandrun‐off, water catchment, and ademonstration and model ofhow to properly construct abasicHeavyUseArea,includingdifferent footing options andhow to choose which one isbestforyourhorse.Instructor:MichaelHipp#680WhattoLookforWhenYouBuyorRentaPieceofPropertyYoushouldalwaysgoonaseconddate!Matchyour farminggoalsandobjectiveswithpotential farmsites.All farmsarenot createdequal.Learnwhatresourcesareavailableforevaluatingsoiltypes,landusage,setbacks,regulationsandwetlandsbeforeyoupurchaseafarm.Carefulpreplanningbeginsastrongfoundationformeetingyourpersonaland inancialgoals.Instructors:EmmettWildandCharlieBoon#687HikingandWildernessRecreationBasicsGetoutthere!...but...inthepastdecade,morethan200hikershavebeen rescued by theVolunteers of Snohomish Search andRescue.Thebestwaytolearnistolearnfromthemistakesofothers,sowewill introduce the basics of backcountry risk mitigation throughtellingsomeofthesestories.Beyondthesebasics,we'llcoverhikinglocationsbothpopularandremote,aswellassuggestingbooksandwebsites to help you discover your own adventure. Other topicsincludeclothing,equipment, cellphoneapps, satellite communica‐tiondevices,permits,parkingpassesandweather.Instructor:JonSchwegler#690HarvestingtheHiveGot honey? How do you extract honey from the hive, bottle andstoreit.Whataboutpropolis?Pollenorhoneycomb?Thisclassco‐vers harvesting from the hive, storage and use of honeybee prod‐ucts.Instructor:BonnieSwanson#696HeritagePoultryBreedsHeritagechickenbreedsareheirloombreeds thatadhere toa fewimportantstandardsincluding:recognitionbyAPA(AmericanPoul‐tryAssociation),naturallymating(noarti icial insemination),havea long and productive outdoor lifespan, and have a slow growthrate.Wewilldiscussbreedingandstandards, showing,andmain‐taininga lockofheritagebirds.Instructor:BenJanicki#699CommonHealthConditionsinPoultryDo you currently have a backyard lock, or are you interested instartingone?Doyouwanttoknowmoreaboutcommondiseasesinbackyardchickens?Thenthisistheclassforyou!Comelearnaboutthe common diseases, their clinical symptoms, and possibleman‐agementandtreatmentoptions.Thisincludes,amongothers,bum‐blefoot,eggimpaction,internalandexternalparasites,amongoth‐ers!Instructor:Dr.LauraChen