Learn to Shuck Oysters with a Local Shellfish Pro! Join us on 6.8.25, @5 p.m. at the Farm for an exciting Sunday oyster-shucking class hosted by our friend Hunter Peterson of the Saugatuck Oyster Company, $50 pp. Feel free to BYO bubbly or other preferred beverages.
Participants will learn the safe and proper technique for shucking oysters, with the opportunity to enjoy the oysters they open! In addition to gaining confidence opening oysters, we will also gain a deeper understanding of oyster anatomy, and learn about the storied history of oyster farming in southwestern CT. Fresh oysters for the class will be sourced from Copps Island Oysters in Norwalk, CT, so this is a true locavore experience. This class is open to participants ages 12 and older and limited to 10 participants for the best experience.