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Food Preservation Workshop

Curious about how to make the most of your garden bounty? Would you love to enjoy the taste of fresh produce in the depths of winter? Feeling down about tossing wasted food?  Join Thurston Conservation District for a free hands-on food preservation workshop instructed by Debra Basquez, a certified Master Food Preserver. Participants will learn about dehydration, freezing, and canning as methods to maximize food use while reducing food waste. 

The first 24 participants to register will be able to make their own refrigerator-style pickled onions (supplies included at no cost). Bringing a friend? Great! Please make sure to have them register so we can prepare.

  • 📅 Date: Tuesday, August 11, 2026
  • ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
  • 📍 Location: Prosperity Grange at Steamboat Island
    3701 Steamboat Island Rd NW, Olympia, WA 98502
    https://maps.app.goo.gl/LwZVtom4M2mDRwHY6

 

Registration is strongly encouraged:  https://www.thurstoncountywa.gov/departments/public-works/garbage-recycling/education-resources/community-programs-events/presentations.

Flyer for the food preservation workshop on August 11, including images of a jar of pickled onions and a dehydrator tray with sliced tomatoes.

 

Aug

11

Tuesday, August 11, 2026
6:00pm
Prosperity Grange #315
Family Friendly

Prosperity Grange #315

3701 Steamboat Island Road NW
OLYMPIA, WA 98502