The local Orcas Island Food Co-op offers some of the most interesting classes. Last year the boys and I went on a walk through Eastsound with botanist and cell biologist Ryan Drum to find local edible and medicinal herbs right in our midst. A few months later we learned to make calendula lotion with herbalist Kristy Bredin. Here are some upcoming classes:
June 10th from 3-5 PM – Regina Zwilling will teach sauerkraut fermentation at Wild Island
Details: “Lacto-fermented vegetables, such as sauerkraut and kimchi, are the original superfoods. Here’s a rundown of the many ways fermented veggies support robust health and vitality:
- Fermented vegetables are teeming with probiotics, which are critical to the health of our guts.
- These beneficial bacteria are mini factories pumping out lots of critical nutrients, immune system modulators, even neurotransmitters!
- They also contain prebiotics, which is the food that feeds the good bacteria.
- Fermented vegetables contain enzymes, which help our bodies digest and absorb the nutrients in our food.
- The nutrients contained in the vegetables are enhanced and more easily absorbed.
Join Regina Zwilling to learn more about the many health benefits of traditionally fermented foods. Participants will get hands-on experience in making sauerkraut and will take a home a jar of organic kraut made during the class. Register today at the Co-op to save your spot! If you have any questions, please contact us at 360-376-2009 or email info@orcasfood.coop. Price: $25 Owners, $30 Public.” – Susanna Weaver at the Co-op
June 16th from 11-3 PM – Ryan Drum will conduct a low tide seaweed and water plant walking workshop at the Camp Orkila beach
Details: “Join renowned instructor Ryan Drum for this informative workshop on seaweed and water plants in the San Juan Islands. Ryan Drum has over 35 years of experience teaching about medicinal and edible plant life in universities and workshops around the world. Meet at Camp Orkila parking lot at 10:45 a.m. Bring a light sack lunch. Please no dogs or children under 8 years. Register today at the Co-op to save your spot! Questions? Email: info@orcasfood.coop. Price: $30 Owners, $35 Public.” – Co-op
June 24th from 3-5 PM – Regina Zwilling will teach kefir and kvass fermentation at Wild Island
Details: “Regina will touch on the history, various methods, and many health benefits of fermentation. Participants will get hands-on experience in making dairy, coconut and water kefir and beet kvass. Sample freshly made kefir, and take home kefir grains. Space is limited. Register today at the Co-op to save your spot!For more information email: info@orcasfood.coop. Price: $25 Owners, $30 Public.” – Co-op
