Cathy Nelson put this information together for her ward- it's great info for anyone wanting to use the canner. The canner should be ready to go by mid July:
Canning Information
Please call me for an appointment at 638-2779. I will give you directions to my house at that time.
Please, park out front and go to the left (East) side of the house and walk around to the back. There is no gate. If you have a lot to unload/load, you may drive around to the garage, but will then need to park in the front. Please, do not park in the alley. If you are the only one working, you are welcome to park in the driveway.
You may NOT bring children under the age of 14, and then ONLY if they are helping you. These machines are very dangerous and I do not want your children to be injured. If you bring children, I will ask you to leave.
Items to bring with you: scissors, box knife, cloths to wipe tops of cans or pouches.
Sealing your year’s supply is not an exact science, so there is usually a bit left over, I encourage you to bring zipper-top bags to take it home.
Since this is an outdoor activity, you will need to bring drinking water, or you are welcome to use the hose in the backyard.
It is also nice to bring a washcloth or something to wipe your forehead and neck (it’s really hot).
If you are putting your food into cans, it will take you about 1 minute per can. Pouching takes a little less time. So you can plan on about 45-60 minutes to put up 40 – 60 pounds of food.
I will spend time training you how to use the machines. It is your responsibility to do the actual work. Fortunately, it’s easy, so I’m positive you can do it. If you don’t think that you can do it all alone, bring a friend to help you.
Checklist:
Food items to be stored.
Cans and lids, or pouches.
Zipper-top bags.
Water.
Arrangements made for childcare.
Directions.
Cathy Nelson
638-2779
