Free hands-on learning experiences for all ages
Tuesdays at 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Middletown Area
Capacity: 20 Participants Per Session
All Ages: Youth must remain under adult supervision
A rotating series of six practical skill disciplines. Join at any point and progress through beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels. No experience necessary.
Note: The initial workshop series (March–May) will be held in the Middletown area with indoor and covered sessions. Once outdoor temperatures reach the high 60s to low 70s, we'll expand to additional Connecticut locations for outdoor activities including fishing and kayaking.
Measuring, tool safety, lumber types, and load understanding. Build practical skills with hands-on practice.
Rod and reel basics, saltwater vs freshwater, bait techniques, and conservation ethics.
Kayak parts, safety fundamentals, water reading, and launching techniques with gear demo.
Real-world money management: budgeting, saving, investing, and credit myths vs truth.
Soil basics, sunlight mapping, plant selection, and New England seasonal timing.
Safe trip planning, weather prep, emergency basics, and situational awareness.
Each topic cycles through 4 progressive levels:
Week 1
Beginner Foundations
Week 2
Intermediate Application
Week 3
Real-world Scenarios
Week 4
Q&A & Skill Lab
Tuesday, March 31, 2026 · 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Overview of all 6 disciplines, expectations, safety culture, and group discussion. The perfect entry point for new participants.
FOUNDATIONS MONTH — Building Core Skills
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 · 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Indoor Seminar + Gear Demo
Topics: Parts of a kayak, safety basics (PFDs & weather awareness), reading water, launching and landing fundamentals.
Activity: Knot tying and paddle grip practice.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 · 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Topics: Rod and reel basics, salt vs freshwater differences, bait vs artificial techniques, conservation and ethics.
Activity: Tie a simple knot and rig demonstration.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 · 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Topics: Where money actually goes, budget basics, credit myths vs truth, saving vs investing.
Activity: Group "Build a Budget" exercise with real-life scenarios. No fluff. Real numbers. Real life.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Topics: Measuring correctly, tool safety, types of lumber, understanding load and support.
Activity: Measure-and-mark challenge with practical application.
APPLICATION MONTH — Deepening Knowledge
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 · 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Topics: Planning a safe outdoor trip, weather preparation, emergency basics, situational awareness.
Activity: Pack a day-bag scenario exercise.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 · 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Topics: Soil basics, sunlight mapping, plant selection, seasonal timing specific to New England.
Activity: Seed-start tray demo or soil comparison hands-on exercise.
After May 12, the workshop series cycles back through all six topics with deeper, more advanced layers. Each skill rotates through beginner, intermediate, real-world scenarios, and open skill labs. You can join at any point in the cycle.
Space is limited to 20 participants per session. Register early to secure your spot.
Thank you for registering!
You will receive a confirmation email within 24 hours. Space is limited to 20 participants per session.
Yes! All workshops offered by Life 1122 Foundation are completely free for youth and community members. We believe education and skill-building should be accessible to everyone.
Our workshops are designed for youth and community members of various ages. We offer programs for different age groups and experience levels. Check specific workshop details for age requirements.
No prior experience is necessary! Our workshops are designed for beginners and experienced learners alike. Our mentors will guide you through each step of the process.
Workshops are held at various locations throughout Connecticut. Details about specific locations will be provided when you register for a workshop.
You can register for workshops using the registration form on this page. Join our mailing list to be notified about future sessions, or contact us directly at life1122foundation@outlook.com.
Contact us anytime at life1122foundation@outlook.com or visit our Get Involved page. We're happy to answer your questions and help you find the right workshop.