Hand Hewn Farm

Andy and Doug are true professionals-- their enthusiasm and extensive expertise brings about an approachability to something so seemingly complex and intimidating as harvesting and breakdown of a whole hog. Hand Hewn Farm's four day workshop teaches fundamentals grounded in both old world technique and modern science. I left with the knowledge and confidence to apply these learnings back at home. Andy and Doug's passion for the craft is contagious, I cannot recommend their classes enough!

Andy and Doug ran an absolutely incredible workshop at Wolfpine Collective in Maine. They are incredibly knowledgeable, fantastic teachers, down to earth folk. If you get the chance (and are into the whole process) I highly recommend attending a class with them.

Just finished the 4-day Charcuterie Intensive at Hand Hewn Farm… WOW! I mean WOW! it was phenomenal. Andy and Doug are meat masters, blending old-world techniques with hands-on learning and a side of history. Their passion, patience, and skill make even newbies feel confident with a knife and a whole hog. We’re not farmers, but we are food lovers with hog access, and we left with serious skills and full hearts. Their teaching is Top-notch! Plus they are fantastic hosts, we ate like kings and got to try some interesting hog recipes. If I could give ten stars, I would... Alas I’ll settle for five with a side of prosciutto. 🐖!

Doug and Andy provide a detailed experience covering hog butchering and processes to achieve artisinal charcuterie, such as Capicola, salami, prosciutto, bacon, and many other dishes . No part of the pig was wasted! It was an informative and enjoyable workshop and I would highly recommend the experience. Whether you are a foodie, chef, farmer, or just want to learn the different cuts of meat and have hands on participation in preparing amazing heirloom charcuterie and unusual dishes. Andy and Doug are wonderful hosts! We ate well, had great fellowship and learned much!

I returned yesterday from my third trip to see Andy and Doug at Hand Hewn Farm over the past 4 years. They have taught me everything that I know about Charcuterie - preparation and curing meats well. Their teaching methods will return predictable results for any novice. If you want to learn about pig butchery and charcuterie, there is no better place on the planet. Their classes cater to both the homesteader and foodie. Both groups will have all their expectations met. The cost for their events is a steal. If you put into practice what you learn, it will change your life and everything you know about the "The Pig".

Attending the 4-day Charcuterie Intensive Workshop at Hand Hewn Farm was truly a world-class experience. Andrew and Doug are masters of their craft—artisans in the truest sense, with a deep respect for tradition and an incredible ability to share their knowledge in a meaningful and accessible way. I was honored to contribute one of our Iberico hogs for the workshop, and the care, skill, and reverence they brought to processing and curing that animal was nothing short of extraordinary. These guys don’t just teach technique—they live it, breathe it, and elevate it. The entire workshop was packed with hands-on learning, expert insight, and real connection. The knowledge shared during those four days was incredibly dialed-in—far beyond what I could have expected. I can’t recommend Hand Hewn Farm enough. Whether you're a farmer, butcher, chef, or simply passionate about traditional foodways—this is the place to learn from the best.

We had a wonderful time learning. It was a busy 4 days. Learning from Doug and Andy was like learning from family. If you want a hands on experience from individuals that not only share but have knowledge that exceeds your expectations, this is the class for you.

Andy and Doug are extremely knowledgeable and great teachers making the 4 day whole hog/charcuterie workshop is second to none. The hands on learning allows individuals of all different skill and knowledge levels to feel comfortable asking questions and trying new techniques. I would highly recommend this one of a kind experience.

Andy & Doug are some of the best humans around! Coupled with phenomenal teaching skills, a plethora of wisdom and decent intelligence, your experience will be the best ever! Want it simple? If you're considering it, just do it!

We have wanted to take this workshop for a couple years and my husband and I were finally able to do so. They have managed to make this workshop into an art form and every little detail has been meticulously thought of. They are both amazing teachers, and this was worth every penny to introduce us into the world of harvest and curing pork. It is sparked an unrealized passion for this craft and goals for us here on our Farmstead. Alex & Leah

Absolutely great workshop for the hog processing and butchering. Doug and Andy are really cool guys and have a contagious passion for twist they do here. Not only was the hog killing and butchering workshop well put together to equip me to …

Andy and Doug exceeded my very high expectations. They are incredibly knowledgeable and their ability to clearly communicate an incredible amount of information made it easy to learn. Their teaching style was enjoyable and often humorous. …

First let me say the 4 day charcuterie class is worth every penny and I highly recommend to anyone interested in learning about butchering/curing. I took this class because we wanted to start raising and processing hogs at home and I don't …

My wife and I attended a recent 3 day whole hog workshop put on by Andy and Doug at a local farm in East Tennessee. We can't recommend this enough, the experience was wonderful! The class attendees included homesteaders, chefs, and folks …

Second event attended, Handhewn never disappoints! Andy and Doug are so knowledgeable of new and old world techniques and able to teach to any level of experience.

Attended a course they had at Rock Hill Heritage Farm in Hershey, Pa Oct 2024. It was a great experience. It was a well taught course. They were very friendly and by the end of the course it seemed as though had known them for years. Every …

There are masters of a craft that make one feel as though their knowledge and skills are unattainable. …

We had an awesome experience learning from Doug and Andy! They are great teachers, very thorough, and will answer any and all questions you have about anything related to this process. I would 100% do this again and recommend it to anyone interested at all in butchery, cooking, eating, or having fun:) Great class!!

Just finished hosting our second class with Hand Hewn Farm. Our first Class was Butchering and the 2nd was Butchering for charcuterie. I’ve loved both of the classes and all of the participants have loved as well. 100% of our first …

I can't say enough good things about Doug and Andy. During my three day pig-to-plate course they proved themselves to be utmost professionals with the rare ability to clearly share thier knowledge with others.