# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Home Canning: Methods, Safety, & The Science of Why
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm
- **Event Description**: ? Think home canning is just putting food in a jar? Think again.

Join us for our monthly SW Florida Preppers Meetup as CJ Estel, Co-Founder of Homestead.Market, dives into the science behind safe home canning. Whether you're brand new or have been canning for years, you'll leave with a deeper understanding of why the rules exist—not just what they are.

This isn't just another "how-to" class. You'll learn the principles that allow you to confidently evaluate canning methods, avoid dangerous myths, and safely preserve food for your family. The presentation covers water bath and pressure canning, the science of botulism, pH and food safety, choosing the right equipment, common canning myths, and practical strategies for long-term preparedness.

You'll also discover:

? When to water bath and when pressure canning is the only safe option
?️ Why temperature and pH matter
⚠️ The canning myths that continue to circulate—and why they can be dangerous
? How to choose the right canner for your goals
?️ Practical preparedness strategies beyond simply "putting food away"

Whether your goal is to preserve your harvest, build a pantry you can rely on, or become more self-sufficient, this presentation will give you the knowledge to do it safely and confidently.

? Sunday, August 2
? 2:00–4:00 PM
? Homestead.Market Community Room
3057 S. Tamiami Trail, Unit D
Port Charlotte, FL

✅ FREE Community Event
? Handouts will be provided.

Bring your questions, invite a friend, and join us as we continue building a stronger, more prepared community—one skill at a time.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/port-charlotte/home-canning-methods-safety-and-the-science-of-why/200030454291502
- **Event Categories**: science-fair, workshops, meetups, trips-adventures
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 76

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Port Charlotte
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 3057 Tamiami Trail - Unit B, Port Charlotte, FL, United States, Florida 33948
- **lat**: 26.98616
- **long**: -82.10568
- **full address**: 3057 Tamiami Trail - Unit B, Port Charlotte, FL, United States, Florida 33948

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Home Canning: Methods, Safety, & The Science of Why being held?
  - **A:** Home Canning: Methods, Safety, & The Science of Why takes place on Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sun, 02 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm at 3057 Tamiami Trail - Unit B, Port Charlotte, FL, United States, Florida 33948.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Home Canning: Methods, Safety, & The Science of Why?
  - **A:** Home Canning: Methods, Safety, & The Science of Why is organized by Homestead.Market.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Home Canning: Methods, Safety, & The Science of Why is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Port Charlotte, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 70+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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