Explore the Cooking Track at OGS’s 2026 Spring Conference—hands-on classes blending regional food history, local crops, and practical cooking skills.

When Hurricane Helene tore through WNC last year, Springhouse Farm in Vilas lost crops, soil, and infrastructure. Yet out of devastation came resilience. With the support of neighbors, students, and fellow farmers, Springhouse rebuilt stronger and more connected than before. This is their story of recovery and community.