Appalachian Preparedness Show
ScheduleOctober 25 & 26, 2024
EASTERN KENTUCKY'S LARGEST SHOW OF IT'S KIND!
Prepare to embark on a transformative journey that transcends the ordinary, where urban landscapes are left behind and the enchanting realm of the great outdoors unfolds before your eyes. Whether you're a seasoned survivalist, an aspiring homesteader, or simply curious about acquiring vital skills for uncertain times, this expo is your gateway to an array of workshops, demonstrations, and interactive experiences that cater to all levels of expertise.
Jenny Wiley State Park, nestled amidst the serene beauty of Prestomsburg, KY, provides the perfect backdrop for this transformative event. The expo grounds will be abuzz with a vibrant marketplace showcasing cutting-edge gear, innovative tools, and sustainable products that align with the ethos of self-sufficiency and wilderness immersion.
Mark your calendars for October 25 & 26, 2024, and prepare to go on a journey that redefines your relationship with the natural world. See you at the Jenny Wiley State Park Conference Center in Prestonsburg, KY – where adventure begins and self-discovery thrives!
Date & Admission
- Dates:
- Fri, Oct 25, 2024: 1:00 pm to 6:30 pm
- Sat, Oct 26, 2024: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
- General Admission
- 1-Day: $10.00
- 2-Day: $20.00
- Children 15 & Under Free!
Tickets avaiable at door.
ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS.
THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT.
Absoutely, no loaded firearms, weapons or alcohol permitted on event grounds. We reserve the right to refuse entry or use of the event at any time. You must abide by event rules or you will be asked to leave.
APPALACHIAN PREPAREDNESS SHOW SCHEDULE Friday, October 25, 2024
INDOOR CLASSES
- 1:30 PM
- Lori Valone
- 2:30 PM
- Prepping w/ Special Dietary Needs
- Rustie McDonald
- 3:30 PM
- Basket Weaving - $20.00/per student
- Kay Klass
OUTDOOR CLASSES
CLASSROOM 1
- 1:30 PM
- Making Tinctures
- $10.00 fee
- Bushcraft Diva
- 2:30 PM
- Tarp Shelter
- Brett Burns
- 3:30 PM
- Paul Valone
- 4:30 PM
- Building a Bug Out Bag
- Gary Oliver
- 5:30 PM
- Bill Johnson
CLASSROOM 2
- 4:30 PM
- Butchering Class
- Josh Sutton & Allen Whittingnill
APPALACHIAN PREPAREDNESS SHOW SCHEDULE Saturday, October 25, 2024
TENT 2 - ALL DAY SATURDAY - KID'S FACE PAINTING - $5.00
INDOOR CLASSES
- 9:00 AM
- Pawsitive Preparedness
- Angie Shinaver
- 10:00 AM
- Intro to Bee Keeping
- Allen Whittingnill
- 11:00 AM
- Outdoor Waterbath Canning
- Teri Kury
- 1:00 PM
- Intro to Prepping
- Josh Sutton
- 2:00 PM
- Medicinals Value of Hemp
- Bo’sTractor Works
OUTDOOR CLASSES
CLASSROOM 1
- 9:00 AM
- Compass Navigation
- Bring your own compass!
- Some vendors will have compasses for sale.
- Shawn Kelly
- 10:30 AM
- Flint & Steel
- Material available for sale at booth.
- Brett Burns
- 12:00 PM
- Kid's Fire Starting
- Fatwood with Ferro Rod. Students will get to take home Ferro Rod.
- Rick Dunlap
- 1:00 PM
- Food Procurement Tools
- Jake Trent
- 2:00 PM
- Trapping
- John Pingley
CLASSROOM 2
- 9:00 AM
- Kid's Rock Painting/History of Rocks
- Bring a Rock
- Bushcraft Diva
- 9:00 AM
- Violence Dynamics & Realistic Deescalation
- RJ Compton
- 12:00 PM
- Kid's Safety & Preparedness
- Rick Dunlap
