In this episode of The Freeze Dried Guys, we head to the heart of North Idaho to chat with Cyreen Patton, founder of Silver Hills Homestead. Formerly known as North Idaho Snackables, Cyreen shares her incredible journey—from working in adult mental health and disability services to pioneering a successful freeze-dried food business rooted in sustainability, adventure, and community care. We dig into everything: ✅ Why Cyreen started freeze drying for texture-sensitive individuals ✅ Her experience with backpacking meals to candy and snacks ✅ The highs and lows of using home freeze dryers in a growing business ✅ Honest experiences with equipment failure and repair support ✅ Her thoughtful approach to minimizing waste and maximizing shelf life ✅ Upcoming product launches and her passion for giving back to her local food bank and schools Whether you’re freeze drying for fun or thinking of turning your passion into a business, this episode delivers raw insights, heartfelt stories, and practical advice from a true small-business warrior. 📍 Follow Silver Hills Homestead Instagram & Facebook: Silver Hills Homestead Local availability: North Idaho Unique Creations & Eureka Sally's Chocolate Art Gallery – Wallace, ID 📦 DM for custom orders & local delivery in Silver Valley or Coeur d’Alene 🎧 Listen now on all major platforms – Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Podbean, and YouTube! 👉 Don’t forget to like, share, and follow to support freeze-drying education and small business innovation. 🔥 Huge thanks to our sponsors: Upside Down Event Tents LLC – Your go-to for custom pop-up tents, Mylar bags, banners, and branded event gear. Free graphic design and free shipping always. 🌐 Visit www.upsidedowntents.com to level up your branding. D-Freeze Freeze Dryers – Scientifically accurate, serviceable machines built for serious business. For $25 off accessories or machines, use code FREEZEDRIEDGUYS2025 at checkout. 🌐 Learn more at www.d-freeze.ca
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