Nature on the Farm Summer Children's Programs

In 2010 the Green Earth Institute will again provide our popular series of children's educational programs for youngsters from pre-school age through 9th grade.

Nature Buddies

Geared for children ages 3 to 5 (entering kindergarten) with an accompanying adult, Nature Buddies will meet once per week each month, May through September, on Thursdays from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Afternoon sessions are available in June and July only, from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Parents and toddlers will have adventures of discovery in the garden, woods, wetlands, and farm yard using age-appropriate songs, stories, guided play, and nature walks. Activities will vary from session to session, and you may sign up for multiple sessions.

Nature Rangers

Elementary-age children are invited to participate in day camps at the farm. Ten one-week sessions will run Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to noon. The children will explore gardening with hands-on activities including planting, tending, and harvesting vegetables, herbs, and flowers. There will be nature exploration and learning about the food we grow through crafts and games. Each child will plant and take home a container garden.

Green Scene

Has your child outgrown our summer camps in age but not in passion? Youth entering 6th through 9th grades will join us at the farm for an afternoon of unique experiences. We'll explore the fields, harvest organic veggies, clean and prepare them for the freshest taste they've ever had. Participants will discover how to prepare a healthy meal made from fresh, seasonal, organic vegetables grown right on the farm. They'll learn how to make exciting, simple dishes and sample what they've prepared.

The 2010 program schedule and signup form are at Nature on the Farm 2010.