# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Food Dehydration Basics (7/11/26)
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Food preservation is essential for a more self-reliant lifestyle – and dehydrating your food is one of the easiest ways to begin. It allows you to store food longer, and can save you money on easy-to-grab snacks, and meal prep, for you or your family on a day-to-day basis.

Join us Saturday, July 11 (5-7pm) for the new monthly ‘Family Homesteading’ potluck and skillshare hosted by Deeanne and Jamie Curtis at Hummingbird Acres in northern Bedford County. We’ll be focused on food dehydration basics with highlights including:

* Why Preserve Food?
* What is Dehydration?
* The Science Behind it
* Equipment & Methods
* Preparing Foods for Drying
* Demonstration & Show-and-Tell
* Storage & Using Dehydrated Foods

If you are interested in lessening your dependence on the grocery store, and living a more resilient lifestyle don’t miss this skill share. 

SEE THE LAND & TABLE WEBSITE FOR SPECIAL POTLUCK INSTRUCTIONS AND DIRECTIONS.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bedford/food-dehydration-basics-7-11-26/200030267310548
- **Event Categories**: food-drinks, potluck, science-fair
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 15

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Bedford
- **state**: VA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1687 Meadors Mill Rd, Bedford, VA 24523, United States
- **lat**: 37.41809
- **long**: -79.55884
- **full address**: 1687 Meadors Mill Rd, Bedford, VA 24523, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Food Dehydration Basics (7/11/26) being held?
  - **A:** Food Dehydration Basics (7/11/26) takes place on Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm to Sat, 11 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm at 1687 Meadors Mill Rd, Bedford, VA 24523, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Food Dehydration Basics (7/11/26)?
  - **A:** Food Dehydration Basics (7/11/26) is organized by Land and Table.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Food Dehydration Basics (7/11/26) is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bedford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Food Dehydration Basics (7/11/26) sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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