​Under the
Human Service
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NEW HEBER VALLEY SELF RELIANCE 2026 CLASSES

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Whole Grain Sourdough Bread
​& Most Delicios Cookies!

Taught by GUY HATCH
CLICK HERE FOR RECIPE!

Date:  October 14, 2026 WEDNESDAY
Time: 6:30 to 8:00
Wasatch Fire District 
(New Fire Station)
251 E 1200 S 
Heber City, UT 84032
​Cost: Free
Nutrient Absorption and Mineral Availability
Whole grain sourdough bread offers enhanced nutrient absorption, improved digestion, and more stable blood sugar levels compared to conventional breads.
Whole grain sourdough is rich in vitamins and minerals such as magnesium, zinc, potassium, and folate, which are more easily absorbed due to the fermentation process. The lactic acid bacteria in sourdough break down phytic acid, an “anti-nutrient” that binds minerals, increasing their bioavailability.
1. Mix the Dough2. Bulk Fermentation3. Shape the Loaf4. Final Proof6. Score and Bake7. Cool
  • Starter strength: Ensure your starter is active and bubbly for optimal rise.

  • Hydration: Whole grains absorb more water, so the dough may be stickier—this is normal.

  • Flavor development: Bulk and cold fermentation improve sourness and depth of flavor.
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  • Crust: Covering in a Dutch oven traps steam, producing a glossy, crisp crust, or sprinkle a pan of water in the oven if baking on a stone.
The Community That Saved Itself Part 2
By Elisa Scherzinger
Pulling It All Together: The System Behind Survival
Skills are useless without a system. This capstone class takes everything you've learned this year and builds it into one complete roadmap—for you, your family, and your block.
Date: October 20, 2026
Time: 6:30 to 8:00
Wasatch Fire District 
(New Fire Station)
251 E 1200 S 
Heber City, UT 84032
​Cost: Free
We'll cover your city's existing emergency plan so you know exactly what's in place, where the gaps are, and how you fit in. Then we'll merge that official framework into your family's protocols and your neighborhood's network—creating a unified strategy that leaves nothing to chance. You'll also map your pathway into CERT and community involvement, ensuring your skills translate into collective action. No loose ends. Just a complete, actionable plan
  • Understand your city's emergency plan—strengths, gaps, and your role.

  • Merge official protocols into your family and neighborhood plans.

  • Map your path to CERT and community involvement.

  • Build a unified strategy from individual skills to collective resilience.
  • DAY 1: ASSESS & CONNECT 
Check on all neighbors (start with elderly and vulnerable) 
Identify immediate hazards (gas leaks, downed lines, unstable trees) 
Choose your Gathering Point location 
Share contact info with immediate neighbors 
 
​DAY 2: MAP & INVENTORY 
Complete your neighborhood map (use symbols) 
Assign Survival Council roles 
Inventory all resources: food, water, meds, tools, skills 
Identify what you're missing most
DAY 3: SET UP BASE CAMP Set up tables, shelter, and cooking area at Gathering Point 
Create watch schedule 
Test communication (runners between houses, radios if available) 
Post daily meeting times 
 
DAY 4: SANITATION & HEALTH 
Establish handwashing stations 
Designate waste area (if toilets aren't working) 
Check on vulnerable neighbors again 
Inventory medical supplies in detail 

​ DAY 5: RATION & PLAN 
Calculate how long food/water will last 
Begin rationing if needed 
Identify alternative water sources (wells, pools, creeks) 
Assign water collection duty


 DAY 6: REACH OUT 
Attempt contact with adjacent blocks 
Share information and resources 
Listen to radio for outside news 
Update map with new info 

 DAY 7: REASSESS & REORGANIZE 
Full week review: What's working? What's not? 
Rotate roles if people are burning out 
Check morale—how are the kids? The elderly? 
Celebrate surviving one week 
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 DAYS 8–10: SUSTAIN 
Maintain routines 
Conserve energy and resources


Your Mission-Specific Medic Kit: Building the Ultimate First Aid Kit

by Elisa Scherzinger 
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​Date: October 28, 2026
Time: 6:30 to 8:00
Wasatch Fire District 
(New Fire Station)
251 E 1200 S 
Heber City, UT 84032
​Cost: Free
  • You've learned how to stop bleeding, treat burns, splint fractures, and respond to cardiac events. Now, what will you actually use to do all that? This final, hands-on workshop in the First Responder Within series moves beyond theory into application. We won't just show you a pre-made kit; we will build, customize, and strategize together. This class is part guided tutorial, part build session, and part strategy lab, focusing on:
  • The Tiered Kit Philosophy: Understanding the different kits for different roles (Everyday Carry, Vehicle, Home, "Go-Bag").

**Beyond Band-Aids: Selecting gear based on the skills you've learned (e.g., choosing the right tourniquet, hemostatic gauze, burn dressings).
  • ​Customization for Your Life: How to tailor kits for specific needs (chronic medical conditions, children, pets, wilderness vs. urban environments)​
  • Assembly Lab: Get hands-on organizing a modular "core" kit. Learn packing hacks, inventory management, and expiration date tracking.
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  • The "Why" Behind the "What": For every item we discuss, we'll link it back to a skill learned in a previous class, reinforcing your training.
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Bring your current first aid kit (if you have one) for a "kit autopsy"! Leave with a personalized shopping/list, assembly strategies, and the confidence that your equipment matches your capabilities.

Forging a Knife Class with Bladesmith Daniel Olsen

COST: $250      Small 1 day class of 6 students

​Classes held March, April, May Saturdays
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Place: Starry Garden Farm 

Call Daniel at 801-824-5169 to reserve a place for you and family.

Learn how to forge your own beautiful knife. Make a tool and heirloom knife under safe and skilled guidance.