Paw-tical Skills Workshops
Hands-on learning experiences to build your self-reliance toolkit. From growing food to fixing things, we've got you covered.
Featured Workshops
Our most popular hands-on learning experiences to build practical self-reliance skills.
Urban Gardening Basics
Learn how to grow your own food in limited spaces. Perfect for apartment dwellers!
DIY Home Repairs
Fix common household issues without calling expensive professionals.
Emergency Preparedness
Create emergency plans and kits for your family to handle unexpected situations.
Explore Categories
Discover workshops in various self-reliance skill areas to build your independence.
Food Production
Home Skills
Crafting
Energy Systems
Water Management
Emergency Prep
Tool Usage
Preservation
How Our Workshops Work
From registration to skill mastery, we've made the process simple and effective.
1. Register
Browse our workshop catalog and sign up for sessions that match your interests and schedule.
2. Attend
Join in-person or virtual workshops led by experienced instructors in a supportive environment.
3. Apply
Take your new skills home and put them to use, building your self-reliance one workshop at a time.
Meet Our Instructors
Learn from experienced practitioners who are passionate about sharing their knowledge.
GardenCorgi
Urban Agriculture
10+ years growing food in tiny spaces
FixitPup
Home Maintenance
Former contractor teaching DIY skills
PrepperCorgi
Emergency Planning
Disaster response specialist
Workshop Success Stories
Hear from pack members who've transformed their lives with new skills.
After the Urban Gardening workshop, I turned my tiny balcony into a food-producing paradise. I haven't bought herbs in months!
BalconyFarmer
Workshop Graduate
The DIY Home Repairs class saved me thousands. I fixed my leaky faucet and replaced a light fixture without calling a professional.
HandyHound
Home Skills Student
Emergency Preparedness gave me peace of mind. When the power went out for 3 days, my family was comfortable and prepared.
ReadyPup
Safety Workshop Attendee
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our self-reliance workshops.
Do I need prior experience to join a workshop?
Most of our workshops are designed for beginners with no prior experience. Each listing clearly indicates the skill level required, so you can choose workshops that match your experience.
What should I bring to a workshop?
Each workshop has specific requirements listed in the description. Generally, we provide all necessary tools and materials, but you may want to bring a notebook and appropriate clothing.
Are virtual workshops available?
Yes! We offer both in-person and virtual workshops. Virtual sessions include detailed instructions and live demonstrations, with instructors available to answer questions in real-time.
How can I become an instructor?
If you have expertise in a self-reliance skill and want to share your knowledge, click the "Become an Instructor" button above to apply. We're always looking for passionate teachers!
Ready To Build Your Skills?
Join our next workshop and take a step toward greater self-reliance. New sessions are added weekly!