Feathers and Fruit

Pressure Canning 101
2022-12-02 17:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Crabtree Farms, 1000 E. 30th Street, Chattanooga, TN, 37407, United States
Want to get some hands-on experience, using tricks of the trade with pressure canning? Then you don’t want to miss this pressure canning class, in our farm kitchen, with canning master, Jessie, from Feathers & Fruit!
You must be knowledgeable in water bath canning before taking this class as we will not go over any basics, solely pressure canning techniques since pressure canning takes longer.
Classes are limited to 7 participants as that is how many quarts a canner can hold. See, you’re learning already!
By the end of the class, you will walk away with the confidence to can your own savory, low acidic items!
Feel free to BYOB and snacks!
$40/per person gets you 1.5 hours of class, a quart of your own flavorful farm fresh stock (veggie or chicken–not sure yet but it’ll be yummy)!
Contact Ashley Clayton at 423-493-9155 or email: aclayton@crabtreefarms.org for more information.
Please Note: Sometimes, we don’t make the ticket minimum, therefore, we have to reschedule the class or cancel. Please check your email and spam folder 48 hours before scheduled class to see if there has been a change. Thank you!
Refund Policy: Refunds can be requested up to 7 days before the start of a workshop for a full refund. To request a refund, please email Ashley Clayton at aclayton@crabtreefarms.org. If you find that you can’t attend the workshop, but it is too late to request a refund, you are welcome to gift to the workshop to someone else.

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Pistols & Pumpkins: Basic Pistol Safety & Marksmanship
2022-11-20 12:00 - 17:00 | Feathers & Fruit, 9320 Dallas Hollow Road, Soddy Daisy, TN, 37379, United States
Learn basic pistol skills, with an emphasis on safety. Targets will be pumpkins because…why not.
This class is designed for both the handgun novice, experienced shooter, or anyone who wants to carry confidently & competently.
You get five hours with Sequatchie School for Self Reliance & Survival Skills founder Bradley Bleasdale who has over forty years of experience using handguns & rifles along with hands-on learning.
This class is designed for both the handgun novice, experienced shooter, or anyone who wants to carry confidently & competently. Having a permit doesn’t necessarily mean you know how to shoot. Whether you’ve had professional gun safety courses or not, this class provides opportunity for all skill levels to better their stance, grip, trigger manipulation & more!
Cost of class is $225 with an online reservation of $25 to hold your seat then the $200 remainder is due upon arrival.
You will need to supply your own pistol (of any caliber; semi-autos preferred), a quality holster & your own ammunition. If you are looking to attend this class to understand what first firearm to purchase then bring $40 cash to cover loaned ammo & firearm during the class. At no cost, we can supply safety glasses & hearing protection during the class.
Coffee & water will be provided. Bring a reusable water bottle & coffee cup as well as lunch/snacks.
Max 10 participants; minimum age 10 years old.

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Wreath Making
2022-11-05 13:00 - 15:00, 2022-10-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Feathers & Fruit, 9320 Dallas Hollow Road, Soddy Daisy, TN, 37379, United States
A hands-on outdoor creative experience shaping weeping willow wreaths & decorating them using local flowers, herbs, feathers & more!
For this two-hour class, we’ll provide the weeping willow branches & instruction to handcraft a beautiful wreath along with an already completed wreath–so that’s two wreaths to take home!! You’ll have time to decorate one wreath with ribbon, pine cones, wildflowers, herbs, feathers & more.
Class will be outdoors rain or shine so dress appropriately. Bring a reusable water bottle and beverages of your choice. Not sure if tapas (pickled items, cheese & crackers) will be provided but if so, it will be an additional charge.

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Costume (clothing) SWAP
2022-09-25 11:00 - 15:00 | Inversions | Circus Arts & Performance Center, 2315 Cannon Ave., Chattanooga, TN, 37408, United States
Want to revamp your Halloween costume collection? Tired of wearing the same get up at theme parties? Ready to purge your box of dress up garments?
Bring at least 3 costumey items (feather boas, boots, hats, good ol costumes, etc) & that will give you a pass to search through mounds of new-to-you stuff that could take your 2022 Halloween to the next level.
We will accept everyday clothes too as items leftover will go to Northside Neighborhood House. However, we prefer to hype up everyone’s Halloween this year.
In true Sunday Brunch tradition, Inversions will host a donation bar with Mimosas, Screwdrivers & Bloody Marys. All donations go to fixing their roof & other structural problems that occurred from the last hurricane season.
There will be some vendors selling fun costumey things. If you’re interested in being a vendor, email Jessie@feathersandfruit.com

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Gourd Goddess Workshop
2022-09-10 16:00 - 18:00 | Feathers & Fruit, 9320 Dallas Hollow Road, Soddy Daisy, TN, 37379, United States
A hands-on outdoor creative experience decorating locally grown gourds under the Harvest Moon sky.
We’ll provide the big beautiful gourds, ribbon, paint, wildflowers, herbs & other craft items. All you have to bring is your creativity to create your own Gourd Goddess. Design her to celebrate any or all of the four seasons, the four elements or maybe even your fourth decade around the sun.
Class will be outdoors rain or shine so dress appropriately. Bring a reusable water bottle and beverages of your choice. Not sure if tapas (pickled items, cheese & crackers) will be provided but if so, will be an additional charge.

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Canning 101: Spiced Apples
2022-09-10 12:00 - 15:00 | Feathers & Fruit, 9320 Dallas Hollow Road, Soddy Daisy, TN, 37379, United States
Learn how to can in a casual, outdoor environment! Surrounded by woods & fresh air, you’ll get hands on with water bath canning as well as discover some tricks of the trade with pressure canning.
Classes are limited to 14 participants as a canner can only hold 7 quarts. See, you’re learning already! By the end of the class, you will walk away with the confidence to can your own tomato sauce, jellies, applesauce & more!
$40/per person gets you 2.5 hours of class, a quart of your own flavorful farm fresh no sugar added spiced apples, and 30 minutes in my private inventory containing items that will never be for public sale.
Feel free to byob, friends and food.
MASKS: Because we will be outdoors & everyone will have their own 6ft workspace, masks are NOT required

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Canning 101: Spiced Apples
2022-09-09 | Crabtree Farms, 1000 E. 30th Street, Chattanooga, TN, 37407, United States
More information coming soon!

Workout On Wheels
2022-09-01 17:30 - 19:30, 2022-08-04 17:30 - 19:30, 2022-07-07 17:30 - 19:30, 2022-06-02 17:30 - 19:30, 2022-05-05 17:30 - 19:30, 2022-04-07 17:30 - 19:30, 2022-03-03 17:30 - 19:30, 2022-02-03 17:30 - 19:30 and 1 more date | Inversions | Circus Arts & Performance Center, 2315 Cannon Ave., Chattanooga, TN, 37408, United States
Sweat & smile while having fun on skates. Costumes encouraged. Skates & safety gear required.
Do you have skates but haven’t found the right place or time to get your skills, sweats & silliness on?!
Come with a full set of safety gear (knee pads, elbow pads, wrist guards & helmet), decked out in your best Jane Fonda ensemble (costumes encouraged) & get ready to Workout On Wheels!
The Inversions studio is one of the most welcoming indoor, spacious set ups that encourages unconventional physical arts so its become a perfect place to gain some miles & smiles while losing weight.
*Weight loss not guaranteed; belly laughs and cheeks hurting from laughing are a definite.
*Certifiable instructor.
*No rentals available so you must bring your own gear. Water fountain, hula hoops & mats will be provided.
Class size is limited to 20 participants so space must be reserved prior to event.

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Blueberry Pruning
2022-08-27 12:00 - 14:00, 2022-03-12 12:00 - 14:00 | Feathers & Fruit, 9320 Dallas Hollow Road, Soddy Daisy, TN, 37379, United States
Learn how to prune blueberry bushes in a fun outdoor, hands-on setting on a farm!

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Basic Pistol Safety & Marksmanship
2022-08-14 12:00 - 17:00, 2022-05-01 12:00 - 17:00 | Feathers & Fruit, 9320 Dallas Hollow Road, Soddy Daisy, TN, 37379, United States
This class is designed for both the handgun novice, experienced shooter, or anyone who wants to carry confidently & competently.
You get five hours with Sequatchie School for Self Reliance & Survival Skills founder Bradley Bleasdale who has over forty years of experience using handguns & rifles along with hands-on learning.
Having a permit doesn’t necessarily mean you know how to shoot. Whether you’ve had professional gun safety courses or not, this class provides opportunity for all skill levels to better their stance, grip, trigger manipulation & more!
Cost of class is $225 with an online reservation of $25 to hold your seat then the $200 remainder is due upon arrival.
You will need to supply your own pistol (of any caliber; semi-autos preferred), a quality holster & your own ammunition. If you are looking to attend this class to understand what first firearm to purchase then bring $40 cash to cover loaned ammo & firearm during the class. At no cost, we can supply safety glasses & hearing protection during the class.
Coffee & water will be provided. Bring a reusable water bottle & coffee cup as well as lunch/snacks.
Max 10 participants; minimum age 10 years old.

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Canning 101: Maters
2022-07-16 12:00 - 15:00 | Feathers & Fruit, 9320 Dallas Hollow Road, Soddy Daisy, TN, 37379, United States
Learn how to can in a casual, outdoor environment! Surrounded by woods & fresh air, you’ll get hands on with water bath canning as well as discover some tricks of the trade with pressure canning.
Classes are limited to 14 participants as a canner can only hold 7 quarts. See, you’re learning already! By the end of the class, you will walk away with the confidence to can your own tomato sauce, jellies, applesauce & more!
$40/per person gets you 2.5 hours of class, a quart of your own flavorful farm fresh basil garlic tomato sauce, and 30 minutes to shop my private inventory containing items that will never be for public sale.
Feel free to byob, friends and food.
MASKS: Because we will be outdoors & everyone will have their own 6ft workspace, masks are NOT required

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Canning 101: Maters
2022-07-15 | Crabtree Farms, 1000 E. 30th Street, Chattanooga, TN, 37407, United States

Canning 101: Pickled Eggs
2022-04-09 12:00 - 15:00 | Feathers & Fruit, 9320 Dallas Hollow Road, Soddy Daisy, TN, 37379, United States
Learn how to can in a casual, outdoor environment! Surrounded by woods & fresh air, you’ll get hands on with water bath canning as well as discover some tricks of the trade with pressure canning.
Classes are limited to 14 participants as a canner can only hold 7 quarts. See, you’re learning already! By the end of the class, you will walk away with the confidence to can your own tomato sauce, jellies, applesauce & more!
$40/per person gets you 2.5 hours of class, a quart of your own flavorful farm fresh pickled eggs, and 30 minutes to shop my private inventory containing items that will never be for public sale.
Feel free to byob, friends and food.
MASKS: Because we will be outdoors & everyone will have their own 6ft workspace, masks are NOT required

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Canning 101: Pickled Eggs
2022-04-08 | Crabtree Farms, 1000 E. 30th Street, Chattanooga, TN, 37407, United States

Canning 301: Stock
2022-02-25 | Crabtree Farms, 1000 E. 30th Street, Chattanooga, TN, 37407, United States

Pistol Basics & Safety: Couples Only
2022-02-13 11:00 - 17:00 | Feathers & Fruit, 9320 Dallas Hollow Road, Soddy Daisy, TN, 37379, United States
Obtain handgun knowledge through hands-on instruction. Experienced guidance regarding basics, safety, stance, follow thru & more.
This class is designed for both the handgun novice, experienced shooter, or anyone who wants to carry confidently & competently. Having a permit doesn’t necessarily mean you know how to shoot. Whether you’ve had professional gun safety courses or not, this class provides opportunity for all skill levels to better their stance, grip, trigger manipulation & more!
You will need to supply your own pistol (of any caliber; semi-autos preferred), a holster & your own ammunition. Also bring a reusable water bottle. We can supply safety glasses & hearing protection.
Total cost $225 includes five hours with Sequatchie School for Self Reliance & Survival Skills founder Bradley Bleasdale who has over forty years of experience using handguns & rifles.
You’ll reserve your seat with a $25 non-refundable deposit online then pay the balance of $200 in cash when you arrive to class.

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Canning 301: Stock & Stuffers
2021-12-11 11:00 - 14:00 | Feathers & Fruit, 9320 Dallas Hollow Road, Soddy Daisy, TN, 37379, United States
Learn how to can in a casual, outdoor environment! Surrounded by woods & fresh air, you’ll get hands on with some tricks of the trade with pressure canning.
You must have taken a Canning 101 Class (or be knowledgeable in canning) before taking this 301 class as we will not be going over basics, only pressure canning. Classes are limited to 7 participants as that is how many quarts a canner can hold. See, you’re learning already! By the end of the class, you will walk away with the confidence to can your own low acidic items like stock, meat, veg & more!
$40/per person gets you 2.5 hours of class, a quart of your own flavorful farm fresh stock (not sure if doing veggie or chicken but either way, it’ll be delish), and 30 minutes to shop my private inventory containing items that will never be for public sale.
I will also have some local cheese, crackers, & pickled fixins for snacks so feel free to byob, friends and food.
MASKS: Because we will be outdoors & everyone will have their own 6ft workspace, masks are NOT required.
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Stock & Stuffers (Advanced Canning)
2021-12-10 17:30 - 20:30 | Crabtree Farms, 1000 E. 30th Street, Chattanooga, TN, 37407, United States
Canning can be intimidating, but with some guidance, that intimidation can be short-lived. Join Jessie Gantt-Temple of Feathers & Fruit for an evening of learning about how to pressure can broth. This workshop will be full of hands-on learning! Each participant will go home with a quart of canned broth.
***This class requires that participants haven taken one of our earlier canning 101 classes.
Class is capped at 14. While masks are no longer mandated, Crabtree Farms encourages all farm visitors to adhere to Covid-19 safety measures including social distancing and the wearing of masks in confined areas.
Please Note: Sometimes, we don’t make the ticket minimum, therefore, we have to reschedule the class or cancel. Please check your email and spam folder 48 hours before scheduled class to see if there has been a change. Thank you!
Refund Policy: Refunds can be requested up to 7 days before the start of a workshop for a full refund. To request a refund, please email Melissa Astin at mastin@crabtreefarms.org. If you find that you can’t attend the workshop, but it is too late to request a refund, you are welcome to gift to the workshop to someone else.
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Blueberries 101 at the Farm
2021-12-04 11:00 - 12:30 | Feathers & Fruit, 9320 Dallas Hollow Road, Soddy Daisy, TN, 37379, United States
Learn in a casual outdoor atmosphere from “Blueberry Bev” Fazio & Jessie Gantt-Temple who have professional and relatable experience growing blueberries on their acreage.
For $30, each participant leaves with two 3-year old NC grown blueberry plants, a pound of coffee grounds, the confidence to grow these fruits at home & much more!
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