UCCE Master Food Preservers of Amador/Calaveras County

03/18/2026

Join the Amador/Calaveras/Tuolumne UC Master Food Preservers on Wednesday, March 25th from 7pm to 8:30pm for an evening of "make and take" hands-on sauerkraut. Expect to take home your very own jar of sauerkraut and instructions on monitoring the fermentation process. This class is being held at the County GSA Building, 12200B Airport Road in Jackson. Bring an apron and be ready to tie back your hair and get your hands messy. There is a $20 prepayment required with no refunds. To register, go to

03/11/2026

Free online Ask a Master Food Preserver Q&A tonight! Register below for a link to join.

Reminder...There's a free online event tomorrow -- Ask a Master Food Preserver LIVE Q&A

Wednesday March 11, 2026
7:00-8:00 pm PDT

Have questions about canning, freezing, drying, or fermenting fruits and vegetables? Join the UC Master Food Preservers for a free live online Q&A session. Our trained volunteers will answer your home food preservation questions with safe, research-based information you can trust.

Whether you’re new to preserving food, or experienced and need troubleshooting advice, this open forum is for you. Bring your questions about:

• Canning fruits, pickles, jams, and salsas
• Freezing, dehydrating, or fermenting produce
• Using research-tested recipes for specialty crops
• Best practices for safe food storage and preparation

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ask-a-master-food-preserver-live-qa-tickets-1981395082028

All UC Master Food Preserver classes and events follow USDA- and UC-approved guidelines to ensure safety and quality.

This free event is presented by the UC Master Food Preserver Online Delivery Program.

03/01/2026

Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 21st and join UCCE Master Food Preservers of Amador/Calaveras Counties as we present "Bubbles & Brine: Adventures in Fermentation," from 9am to 12noon at the County GSA Building, 12200B Airport Road in Jackson. Whether you are new to fermenting foods or a seasoned fermenter looking to refine your craft, this class offers a deep dive into the transformation of simple ingredients into culinary powerhouses. We will provide samples of each ferment demonstrated, giving you a firsthand look and taste at the diverse flavor profiles achievable through fermentation. You'll leave with the confidence and inspiration to start your own bubble and briny projects. Join us and get cultured. Registration is requested; walk-ins are welcome. Cost is $5 cash or check payable to UC Regents. To register, go to

Whether you are new to fermenting foods or a seasoned fermenter looking to refine your funky craft, this class offers a deep dive into the transformation of simple ingredients into culinary powerhouses. We will provide samples of every ferment demonstrated, giving you a firsthand look (and taste) ...

02/03/2026

Roses are red, salmon is pink, citrus is tasty, just click the link. February has some great classes lined up in Amador County. Check out these great ways to brighten up your winter mood:

Saturday, February 7th- Sumptuous Salmon: UC Master Food Preservers demonstrate how to preserve salmon fillets. $10 at the door, sign up here: https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-food-preservers-central-sierra/event/central-sierra-amador-county-master-food

Saturday, February 14th- Rose Pruning Workshop: UCCE Master Gardeners of Amador County teach you how to prune your roses. Free, sign up here: https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-gardeners-amador-county/event/valentines-day-rose-pruning-workshop

Saturday, February 21st- Zesty Kitchen: UC Master Food Preservers demonstrate how to preserve citrus. $5 at the door, sign up here: https://ucanr.edu/site/uc-master-food-preservers-central-sierra/event/central-sierra-amador-county-master-food-1

UC Master Food Preserver class held in Amador County on how to pressure can salmon.

12/22/2025

UC Master Food Preservers of Amador/Calaveras and Tuolumne Counties have had a great year! Thank you to everyone who attended our classes, events and presentations.

A huge thank you to all UC Master Food Preserver volunteers, because of your commitment to the program our community has the information they need to stay safe while preserving food.

If you appreciate the Master Food Preserver program, leave your comments below!❤️

10/31/2025

Are you someone who loves to cook, is interested in food preservation and has a desire to share that love with your community? Consider joining the UC Master Food Preservers of Amador/Calaveras/Tuolumne Counties.

There will be a live online question and answer session on Thursday, November 20th from 6:30-7:30. Prior to attending, first view the informational meeting recording, which is available upon registration for the session. Click here to register: https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=46820

Classes start in January 2026 and are held remotely over Zoom, with some in-person labs occurring on Saturdays at the General Service Administration office in Jackson, CA. The UC Master Food Preserver program application is available following the orientation and is due on November 23rd.

10/07/2025

This morning the UC Master Food Preservers of Amador County met up in Jackson to start planning the schedule for public classes in 2026. Volunteers had a blast sharing ideas and exploring different methods they could pair with ingredients available during each season. Join our newsletter to receive updates as classes are added to the calendar: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/IBB2kNn or if you want to be involved in the planning next year, consider joining the team. The next informational meeting is being held November 20th, you can register here: https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=46820

10/02/2025

Curious about the Master Food Preserver Program? There is a free online Q&A tomorrow from 12pm-1pm. To participate in the Q&A session, please watch the recorded training information meeting prior to attending. A Zoom link will be provided upon registration.
https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=46820

Q&A: Become a UC Master Food Preserver Volunteer
Friday, October 3, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm PT
or
Friday, October 17, 2025
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Online via Zoom

Register at: https://link.ucanr.edu/mfp-infomtg

Multiple UC Master Food Preserver Programs are offering a combination online/in-person group training in 2026 for new volunteers. Learn what the UC Master Food Preserver Program is, how it operates locally, volunteer requirements, what happens during the statewide online training program, and what happens at the local program sites.

Please watch the recorded training information meeting prior to attending this Q&A session! The recording is available at: https://ucanr.zoom.us/rec/share/0WwtkybcsBT4BN8NqQdG7StpMscAGqEOPFaEDPzx1j8WJxAxMbhF5rYKngGsSr6S.rFjakFtiS5MwPMRA?startTime=1758245451000

These sessions are presented by the statewide UC Master Food Preserver Program.

09/29/2025

The UC Master Food Preservers of Amador County had a blast participating in the Terra Madre Americas event in Sacramento over the weekend. Great job Sue and Kelsie for leading some excellent demos!
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09/12/2025

Are you curious about what a UC Master Food Preserver does? Would you like more information on how to participate as a volunteer? You can attend an online informational meeting to learn about the volunteer requirements as well as the selection and training process. The first virtual meeting is Thursday, September 18th. Register here, https://surveys.ucanr.edu/survey.cfm?surveynumber=46820 in order to receive a link to attend the Zoom call. A recording will be available, and additional dates are scheduled throughout the fall. We hope you will join us!

09/10/2025

Join our Master Food Preservers on October 18th from 9am to 12noon for an Italian culinary experience. As our honored guest you'll learn to prepare, preserve, and serve a delicious Italian-inspired meal consisting of crostini topped with your own bruschetta and creamy homemade mozzarella. Next comes fresh pasta served with your own preserved herbed tomato sauce and vibrant pesto. The finale is a refreshing, elegant frozen Italian ice to complete the meal. The class is being held at the County GSA Building, 12200B Airport Road in Jackson. Cost is $5, cash or check payable to UC Regents. Register online at https://link.ucanr.edu/mfpcs Walk-ins are welcome.