April 17, 2026
Noon to 8pm
April 18, 2026
9am-5pm
Conway Expo Center 2505 East Oak Street Conway, AR
Come join us at the Central Arkansas Homestead Conference for two exciting days filled with learning, hands-on demonstrations, and community!
This exciting event brings together experienced educators and passionate presenters who will share practical knowledge on everything from gardening and livestock to food preservation and self-sufficiency. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in interactive workshops, see live demonstrations, and gain valuable skills they can apply at home.
Beyond the learning, the conference offers a chance to connect with like-minded individuals, build friendships, and expand your homesteading network in a welcoming atmosphere of fellowship. Whether you’re just getting started or have years of experience, this event is designed to inspire and equip you on your homesteading journey.
Presenters
Keynote Speaker Joel Salatin
Dewayne Hall
Krista Quinn
Additional Presenters-
Pat Cotten-Bending Tree Ranch-TexMaster and TMG Goats
Jeff Brown-Meat rabbits and live processing demonstration, Every Day is a Blessed Day Farm
Joy Ballard-Cheese making class and an elderberry class
Clint Ballard-Milking cows and husbandry
Luke Williamson-Williamson Tree Care-Chainsaw safety
Conway Fire Dept-First Aid specific to Homesteading
Whispering Pines Cowboy Church-Dutch oven cooking
Andy Kay-container and small space gardening
Conway Fire Dept- Homestead First Aid
NRCS-High Tunnel Grants
Tonya Ernest-Introduction to High Tunnels and High Tunnel Practices
Brit Talent-Air Pruning Beds
​Clyde's Garden Planner
Sean Passarra-Mindful Farmer
Heather Butler-Urban farming and Urban Periculture
Amanda McWhirt-Berry Basics-strawberry, blueberry, blackberry, Extension Specialist
Lauren Biggs-Homeschooling
Amber Kennon-Homeschooling
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Krista Quinn-Fruit Tree selection and care Faulkner County Extension Office
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Haven Waters
Janel Tilley
Tony and LeVonna Uekman
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