Adult Classes & Workshops
Learn • Explore • Care • Grow
Our adult classes and workshops are designed for people who want to build practical homesteading, livestock, and farmstead skills.
Learn from hands-on experience and from farmers, homesteaders, educators, and specialists who bring their knowledge to the farm. Workshops may cover topics such as goat care, dairy goats, livestock, gardening, food skills, animal care, and other practical aspects of farmstead life.
No experience is required unless a workshop description says otherwise. Come ready to learn, ask questions, and get hands-on.
A hands-on introduction to owning and caring for goats
In this workshop, we'll cover:
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Goat Breeds & Behavior — common breeds, characteristics, behavior, and choosing goats for your goals
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Housing & Fencing — shelter, fencing options, safety, and setting up a practical goat area
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Nutrition & Feeding — hay, forage, grain, minerals, supplements, and understanding a goat's nutritional needs
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Recognizing a Healthy Goat — body condition, eyes, coat, appetite, rumen activity, and normal behavior
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Parasite Management — understanding internal parasites, recognizing signs of problems, and management strategies
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Routine Care — hoof trimming, vaccinations, health checks, and keeping good records
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Disbudding — why it's done, timing, benefits, considerations, and alternatives
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Basic Goat-Care Supplies — what you actually need for everyday care and building a practical goat-care kit
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Hands-On Demonstrations — observe and practice basic care techniques with goats here at Leaning Post Acres
Whether you're considering adding goats to your homestead or are already learning the ropes, this workshop will give you a practical foundation for caring for your herd.
Goat Care Basics
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Join Us
Saturday. November 14th 9am-1:00 pm
Rabbit Care Basics
A hands-on introduction to owning and caring for rabbits
In this workshop, we'll cover:
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Rabbit Breeds & Behavior — common breeds, characteristics, natural behaviors, and choosing a rabbit that fits your home and lifestyle
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Housing & Cage Setup — enclosure options, space requirements, bedding, litter training, enrichment, and creating a safe, comfortable environment
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Nutrition & Feeding — hay, pellets, vegetables, forage, treats, water requirements, and foods to avoid
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Recognizing a Healthy Rabbit — body condition, eyes, coat, appetite, droppings, normal behavior, and signs of illness
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Grooming & Nail Care — brushing, coat maintenance, nail trimming, proper handling, and routine grooming needs
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Rabbit Health & Handling — safely picking up and holding rabbits, recognizing common health concerns, and knowing when veterinary care is needed
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Adopting a Rabbit — what to consider before bringing a bunny home, choosing the right rabbit, and preparing for long-term care
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Basic Rabbit-Care Supplies — essential supplies for feeding, grooming, housing, cleaning, and everyday care
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Hands-On Demonstrations — observe basic rabbit-care techniques, including safe handling and a live nail-trimming demonstration with rabbits here at Leaning Post Acres
Whether you're considering adopting your first bunny or already have rabbits at home, this workshop will give you a practical foundation for understanding their needs and providing responsible, everyday care.
Join Us
Saturday. October 24th 10:00am-11:30am
What's Else is Coming
to the Farm
We're always developing new opportunities to learn. Upcoming workshops will explore practical farmstead skills, livestock and animal care, food and garden skills, and traditional homesteading practices. We'll also welcome guest instructors and specialists to share skills and knowledge that complement what we do here at Leaning Post Acres.
Upcoming Workshops
Our adult workshops are always evolving. We’ll offer hands-on classes based on the skills our community wants to learn, the seasons on the farm, and the knowledge of farmers, homesteaders, and guest instructors who join us.
Upcoming and planned topics may include:
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Goat Care Basics — choosing goats, housing, fencing, nutrition, routine care, and recognizing a healthy goat
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Dairy Goat Care & Milking — milking techniques, udder care, equipment, sanitation, and managing a dairy goat
New Classes starting in April 2027
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Chicken Processing — a practical introduction to processing chickens for the homestead. A complete start to finish hands on process. learn how to feed, dispatch and clean your own chicken. Registration includes a whole processed chicken to take home.
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Rabbit Raising & Processing — raising rabbits for meat, housing, feeding, care, and processing.
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Soap Making Basics — an introduction to making traditional homestead soap
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Desert Gardening — growing food successfully in the Sonoran Desert
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Homestead Planning — designing a homestead around your space, goals, animals, and resources
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Guest Workshops — special classes taught by farmers, educators, craftspeople, and other experienced specialists
New workshops will be added throughout the year, so check back often to see what's coming next.
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