Instructors
Jay DeCoux
Grand Marais, MN
Although Jay is a native of southern Minnesota, he has made Grand Marais his home over the past several years. As a former North House Intern and wilderness guide, Jay brings a mixed bag of skills and stories to the classroom.
Current Courses Offered by Jay DeCoux
All Ground Up: Sausage Making
Instructors:
Jay DeCoux
Make your own sausage, flavored the way you like it, using your favorite meats. As a class, students…
Sat, Feb 21st, 2026 – Sun, Feb 22nd, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Jay DeCoux
Sat, Apr 18th, 2026 – Sun, Apr 19th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Instructor:
Jay DeCoux
Meat Preservation: The Basics and Beyond
In this class, students will revisit time-honored skills that have fallen out of daily use and learn…
Fri, Mar 6th, 2026 – Sun, Mar 8th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
The Butcher and the Baker: Meat Pastries and Pies
Have you ever wanted the crunch of a delectable pastry with a savory bite of a meaty filling? If so,…
Sat, May 9th, 2026 – Sun, May 10th, 2026
9am-5pm each day
9am-5pm each day
Past Courses Offered by Jay DeCoux
Charcuterie Beyond the Basics: Traditional & Modern Methods of Meat Preservation
Sausages for the Summer Grill
Smoking Sausage
