Grow and Preserve Classes
Nebraska Extension will be hosting a series of in-person food preservation class across the state in the spring and summer of 2024. Participants will learn how to safely prepare, can, and process different foods based on the correct canning method: pressure canning or boiling water canning.
- This course is intended for the home cook, home gardener, for those looking to have a large amount of shelf-stable foods, and those who are wanting to customize foods for their liking or create a healthier alternative.
- Click on the location to register and pay online for any of the following canning classes.
- Cost of each class is $20.00 and each participant will have a canned food item to take home.
- Registration is required at least one week before each program.
| Location | Date and Time | Class Site and Address | Topic | Contact Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Platte | May 20 4:00-6:00 PM, CST | West Central Research & Extension Center, 402 W State Farm Rd, North Platte, NE | Boiling Water Canning - Pickled Vegetables | Brenda Aufdenkamp (308) 532-2683 |
| Big Springs | May 28 2:00-4:00 PM, MT | Phelps Hotel, 401 Pine Street, Big Springs, NE | Boiling Water Canning - Jelly | Brenda Aufdenkamp (308) 532-2683 |
| Neligh | May 29, 2:00-4:00 PM, CST | Antelope County Fairgrounds, 709 US-275, Neligh, NE | Pressure Canning - Carrots | Julie Boyle (402) 987-2140 |
| Neligh | May 29, 4:30-6:00 PM, CST | Antelope County Fairgrounds, 709 US-275, Neligh, NE | Steam Canning - Jelly | Julie Boyle (402) 987-2140 |
| Big Springs | July 10 2:00-5:00 PM, MT | Phelps Hotel, 401 Pine Street, Big Springs, NE | Pressure Canning - Vegetables | Brenda Aufdenkamp (308) 532-2683 |
| Concord | July 17 2:00-4:00 PM, CST | Haskell Ag Lab, 57905 866 Road, Concord, NE | Boiling Water Canning - Salsa | Julie Boyle (402) 987-2140 |
