From Forest to Feast: Whole Hog Butchery & Charcuterie Workshop in Maine

From Forest to Feast: Whole Hog Butchery & Charcuterie Workshop in Maine

$1,200.00

7 in stock

Ever met a pig who lived well?
Jim’s pigs live in the woods of Maine—rooting, lounging, and growing slow and strong under the trees. This September, we’ll be traveling to The Wolfpine Collective, just outside Waldoboro which is on the MidCoast of Maine, to spend four days honoring one of those pigs the best way we know how: by turning it into some of the finest meats in the world.

We’re teaming up with our good friend and host, Jim Chlebowski, for a 4-day, hands-on whole hog charcuterie workshop. We’ll start with a live animal and guide you through each step of the process: humane slaughter, whole-animal butchery, and a deep dive into traditional curing techniques—prosciutto, capicola, bacon, salami, sausages, pâté, and more.

This is an immersive workshop. You’ll work beside us each day, and share food, drink, and knowledge around the table each evening.

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September 18–21, 2025
The Wolfpine Collective – Waldoboro, Maine

Join us for a transformative four-day, hands-on workshop where the forest meets the cutting table and the cutting table leads to world-class charcuterie.

Hosted by Hand Hewn Farm in collaboration with our friend Jim Chlebowski of The Wolfpine Collective, this immersive experience will guide you through the entire journey of whole hog butchery and pork preservation—starting with one of Jim’s exceptional forest-raised pigs.

🐖 What You’ll Learn:

Over the course of four full days, we’ll begin with the live animal and work through every phase of the process, covering:

  • Ethical on-farm slaughter and traditional scalding/scraping

  • Whole animal breakdown and seam butchery

  • Salt-curing, smoking, fermenting, and aging techniques

  • Crafting fine charcuterie:

    • Prosciutto

    • Capicola

    • Bacon

    • Sausage & Salami

    • Pâtés & Rillettes

    • And more

🍽️ What You’ll Experience:

  • Hands-on instruction every step of the way

  • Incredible meals prepared from the same hog we’re working on

  • Thoughtful discussions on ethics, sustainability, and tradition

  • Local beer, wine, and spirits paired with your learning

  • A deep connection to the craft, the animal, and the people you’re learning beside

Whether you’re a farmer, chef, hunter, homesteader, or simply a curious carnivore, this class is designed to give you the tools and confidence to turn raw meat into culinary masterpieces.

🗓️ Dates:

September 18–21, 2025
The Wolfpine Collective, Waldoboro, ME

Space is limited to ensure an intimate, hands-on learning experience.
Come ready to work, learn, eat, and walk away with knowledge that will last a lifetime.

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