The Academy
Learn it once. Practice it for life.
Hands-on courses, workshops, and certifications in real food, gardening, herbal wellness, and preparedness — taught from a working Southwest Florida homestead.
5 programs Member pricing available
CourseThe PantryBeginner 6 lessons · ~4 hrs
Sourdough from Scratch
Build and keep a lively starter, then bake a crackly, open-crumb loaf the old way.
$89View program
WorkshopThe PantryBeginner – Intermediate Half day · 3 hrs
Safe Home Canning
Water-bath and pressure canning done safely — put up the season's surplus with confidence.
$65View program
CourseThe HomesteadAll levels 8 lessons · ~6 hrs
Florida Four-Season Gardening
Grow real food year-round in Southwest Florida's upside-down growing calendar.
$129View program
WorkshopThe ApothecaryBeginner Half day · 3 hrs
Backyard Apothecary 101
Grow, dry, and infuse common herbs into simple, toxin-free remedies for the home.
$75View program
CertificationThe Preparedness CollectionAll levels 5 modules · exam
Hurricane-Ready Household
Calm, practical readiness for storm season — food, water, power, and a real plan.
$149View program
Members learn for less
Homestead & Founding members get courses included.