Educational Programs
more than a Farm
Did you know that farmers also get to be scientists, historians, veterinarians, food preservationists, soil experts, entomologists, anthropologists, conservationists, mechanics, meteorologists, and educators?
If you want to learn about our specialties check out a few of our programs.
Meet the Animals
Recommended for Kindergarten and 1st Grade
Available and enjoyable for any age child
visit a 100-year-old farm, noting changes that have occurred over time such as the addition of water, electricity, bathrooms, and central heat
visit the vegetable garden and learn about good bugs and the animals that help our garden
learn proper interaction while petting, and feeding domestic animals
Soils, Cycles and Seasons
Recommended for Second to Third Grade
Available and enjoyable for children older than 7
learn about the parts of a plant
explore environmental conditions, weather, and seasons' affects on plants survival
dig in three types of soil to explore texture, water capacity, and nutritional value for plant growth
Walk Back in Time
Recommended for Fourth to Fifth Grade
Not intended for children under 9
blaze a trail through woods to find a recreated home site for Colonial settlers
observe period hunting and survival skills, including loading and firing a flintlock rifle
discuss local Native American life along the Yadkin River
Mr. Woosley works to start a fire with flint and steel. Mrs. Woosley explains about the cooking implements used in the 1700's.
All About Bees
Learn about the ways keeping bees can help your food, your health and the world
Sing a bee songs and become the bees in a hive
Taste our local honey (when available)
Learn the differences between bees and wasps