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Introduction to Canning: Water Bath Canning

Event Type:

Adults, APPR: All Pikes Peak Reads, Live Indoor, Seniors

Age Group:

Adult, Senior
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Event Details

From preserving your garden harvest to putting up locally purchased produce, canning is a great way to preserve the season’s bounty. Home canning requires knowledge of the science behind food preservation. In this introductory class, participants will learn about the risk of botulism, an overview of proper techniques, and a review of the proper tools for canning. 

After attending this class, you will be able to safely can high acidic foods such as fruit, peaches, salsa, pickles, tomatoes, jams, jellies, and more. Presented by El Paso County CSU Extension.  An All Pikes Peak Reads (APPR) program.

Please sign up for only one session so other patrons have the opportunity to participate.