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Master Food Preserver & Safety Advisor Program

      
 

WSU Whatcom County Extension offers 40 hours of free training (classroom and hands-on) in current methods of canning, freezing, drying and storage. The course also provides extensive information on food safety and food borne illnesses.

In return, you volunteer 50 hours of service to our community. Volunteer activities may include:

  • Answering telephone questions.
  • Preparing educational displays.
  • Presenting or assisting at workshops.
  • Staffing information booths.

VOLUNTEERING WITH THE PROGRAM
Jam & Jelly WorkshopParticipating in related field trips, advanced trainings and other social events make this program a rewarding and enriching way to meet others with similar interests. Many members become "veterans" and continue volunteering far beyond the first year.

HOW TO BECOME A MASTER FOOD PRESERVER & SAFETY ADVISOR

The main requirements to become a Master Food Preserver & Safety Advisor are:
  • Availability for all training sessions.
  • A desire to share your experience and knowledge with others.
  • Willingness to participate in a variety of activities.
The training sessions take place in early spring. All ages and levels of experience are welcome. Time and the desire to volunteer are the things that count. Contact the WSU Extension Office in Whatcom County at 360/676-6736 to apply or apply online.

This is a complete job description for the Whatcom County Master Food Preserver & Safety Advisor Program.

This is an on-line application form for the MFP&SA program in Whatcom County. Please fill this form out and click submit to apply to take the training.

Internet Information on Food Safety & Preservation

Note: Some of these sites are not WSU-verified sources of information--use your own judgement

  
Current Events

Be a Master Food Preserver Volunteer

Our spring training will begin March 4. For more information call (360) 676-6736
Publications & Other Information:

Fact Sheets

Food Safety & Preservation Publications

Whatcom County CSA's 2005

2009 Whatcom County Farm Map

 
 
                     
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