One of the keys to building a new sustainable food system will be in remembering and practicing the tried and true food storage skills of just two generations ago. What a wonderfully secure and rewarding feeling it is to cook veggies straight from your own root cellar in the depths of winter or to open up a sparkling, jeweled-tone jar of preserves from your own pantry. In this half-day workshop, learn how to plan and prepare to eat local year round. You’ll learn the basics of root cellaring including cellar design, storage varieties, storage conditions and even how to root cellar for apartment or condo living. Next, you’ll learn the basics of freezing and drying food, including estimated quantities for specific family sizes. And finally, you’ll learn how to can and preserve with each student taking home a jar or two to start off your pantry!