Hands-On Homesteading

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Hands on Homesteading

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Welcome to Hands on Homesteading, a take home learning series! In this series, local youth will have the opportunity to develop some of the most critical skills that are part of daily life in agriculture and homesteading at Lone Spruce Farm.

Topics covered will be weather spotting and climate study, beneficial insects, weaving, baking, gardening, tree identification, animal husbandry and more. Packets will be delivered monthly and can be found at the Extension Office and the Lone Spruce Farmstand in Dedham, Maine. Reserve yours now by filling the form out below.

Current Kit: Junior Weather Spotting

Spruced Up Homesteaders

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Reserve a Hands on Homesteading Kit

Note: As a way to document those we are reaching, we are seeking Gender and Race/Ethnicity information on an optional basis. It is important that we ensure equal opportunity to all who might benefit from our programs.

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The January kit is "Junior Weather Spotting" and teaches youth about weather, climate and gives youth an opportunity to practice their weather spotting skills!
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