Permaculture and Homestead Workshops at Frostwood!

Hands-on learning in a real working homestead in Brevard, NC.
Whether you’re new to permaculture or building self-reliance and homesteading skills, these workshops give you real-world, guided experience.

Workshop availability changes, but tours are available with 1 week notice. With more advance notice, we can schedule a private workshop for you or a small group, such as an animal processing workshop. Raising and sourcing live animals for slaughter takes time and resources, and we appreciate your understanding and patience.

If you are a guest staying in our off‑grid yurt, we currently offer a 15% discount on workshops and a 50% discount on tours. If you’d like to add one to your stay, please reach out before booking to confirm what’s available. A waiver will be required, and we’ll follow up with scheduling details and a payment link.

Permaculture Tour — $50

Join us for a guided walk through Frostwood, where you'll see permaculture in action—from water systems and food forests to animal integration, soil building, and off-grid infrastructure.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Core permaculture principles applied in real life

  • How to design for water, energy, and food resilience

  • Animal systems, natural building, and zone planning

  • Practical tips for starting your own homestead or garden

Perfect for beginners, landowners, or anyone curious about regenerative living. Suitable for small groups.

Duration: 1 hour
What to Bring: Weather-appropriate clothing, sturdy shoes, water
Located in Transylvania County, NC

Chicken Processing

Workshop — $100 per person

Learn the complete process of home-scale chicken harvesting. This hands-on workshop covers dispatch with a restraining cone, scalding, plucking, evisceration, and cleanup.

Includes:

  • Step-by-step instruction and live demonstration

  • Optional hands-on participation

  • Use of restraining cone, scalder, and plucker

No experience necessary. Not suitable for young children or anyone sensitive to animal processing.

Private Workshops or Group Bookings

Have a group or want to schedule a private session? Custom dates and topics are available for small groups.
Contact us to schedule.

Reserve Your Spot Now!

Spots are limited to ensure a personal, hands-on experience. After registration, we’ll follow up with directions and prep materials.

Note on Processing Ethics

Workshops follow North Carolina guidelines for personal use processing. All animals are raised and processed with respect, care, and transparency. Not suitable for commercial meat resale.

Disclaimer

Some workshops involve animal processing and may be graphic. A waiver is required upon booking. No refunds after the cancellation date. Wear work clothes; photography allowed in designated areas.