| Training Schedule
Meet & Greet at EMFV Business Meeting Date: January 21, 2027 Participants will:
- Meet current EMFVs
- Get to know fellow trainees
- Learn more about the program
Session 1: Cooking 101 & Knife Skills Date: February 2, 2027 Participants will learn to:
- Demonstrate proper knife safety and basic cutting techniques.
- Apply safe food handling practices.
- Develop foundational cooking skills and confidence in the kitchen.
Session 2: Baking Date: February 9, 2027 Participants will learn to:
- Demonstrate accurate measuring techniques for baking.
- Understand the role of yeast and basic yeast-bread preparation.
- Explore quick-bread preparation techniques and recipes.
Session 3: Watch Party Date: February 16, 2027 An opportunity for trainees and volunteers to gather, socialize, and build connections within the EMFV program.
Session 4: Preparing Proteins Date: February 23, 2027 Participants will learn to:
- Apply safe food handling, preparation, and cooking practices for protein foods.
- Explore a variety of cooking techniques for preparing proteins.
- Identify and prepare protein options that support balanced, nutritious meals.
- Learn strategies for stretching a food budget.
Session 5: Food Preservation Date: March 2, 2027 Participants will learn to:
- Understand the principles of safe food preservation
- Learn pressure canning and boiling water bath canning techniques
- Identify food safety practices essential to home food preservation.
Session 6: Food Insecurity Date: March 9, 2027 Participants will learn to:
- Understand Extension's role in addressing food insecurity in Douglas County.
- Learn about the SNAP application process and available resources.
- Participate in a poverty simulation exploring challenges faced by individuals and families experiencing financial hardship.
Session 7: Graduation Potluck Celebration Date: March 11, 2027 Celebrate the completion of training, strengthen relationships among volunteers, and welcome trainees into the Extension Master Food Volunteer program. |
