This five-week training takes place Monday through Friday from 9am to 3pm each day. Must have reliable transportation to get to and from the training site. If you have any questions about this training program, please email workforce@coalfield-development.org.   Participants in this five-week training program receive a $75 daily stipend, while gaining hands-on experience and certifications […]

 The Homestead Life: Permaculture Gardening Workshop 101 Central Mountain Heights, Delbarton, WV May 31 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PMHosted by The Farmstand: A Program of Coalfield Development Join us for a hands-on, full-day workshop where you’ll dig into the foundations of permaculture gardening and sustainable living. Whether you're new to gardening or looking to deepen […]

 Natural Building Workshop: Build a Cob Pizza Oven!  Join us for a full-day, hands-on natural building experience as we create a functioning cob pizza oven from the ground up! Whether you’re a sustainability enthusiast, DIY builder, or just curious about working with natural materials, this is a fun, muddy, and unforgettable way to learn the […]

The Homestead Harvest: Food Preservation through a Permaculture Lens  Want to make the most of your garden's bounty year-round while reducing waste and supporting a regenerative lifestyle? Join us for The Homestead Harvest, a hands-on workshop exploring sustainable food preservation techniques rooted in permaculture ethics: Earth Care, People Care, and Abundance. Whether you're a seasoned […]

The countdown is ON! We’re gearing up for the 2nd Annual Creative Reuse Fest—and you do not want to miss this celebration of imagination, creative reuse, and community! Mark your calendars: August 9, 2025 | 12–6 PM West Edge Factory | Huntington, WV Get ready to:  Swap, trade & donate at Eco-Swap  Repair your goods […]

Appalachian Reuse Hub is hosting an Upcycled Art Show in the Turret Gallery at West Edge Factory. This exhibit will showcase work featuring upcycled and repurposed elements, emphasizing the endless possibilities and beauty of creative reuse. The show will be up for several weeks, with the opening reception taking place on August 9th from 12:00 […]

Learn sourdough bread baking 101 in this hands-on workshop rooted self-sufficiency and entrepreneurship. From starter care to shaping and scoring, you'll leave confident- and with a loaf ready to bake at home!   Stay tuned to The Farmstand's Facebook page for additional event and registration announcements.

From chick to freezer, this hands-on workshop covers the entire process of raising and humanely processing meat chickens. Whether for family use or small-scale production, you'll gain the skills and confidence to be part of the food system. Stay tuned to The Farmstand's Facebook page for additional event and registration announcements.

Join us for a two-day, hands-on deep dive into regenerative pig-raising, ethical butchery, and value-added skills- from pasture to plate-perfect for homesteaders or aspiring small-scale pork producers. Stay tuned to The Farmstand's Facebook page for additional event and registration announcements.