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Young Farmers Summer Program
Open to youth entering grades 4-9
Sessions:
July-B: 14-17
July-C: 21-24
July-D: 28-31
August-A: 4-7
August-C: 18-21
Discover the excitement of working on an organic vegetable farm with the Cornucopia Project! Through hands-on farm work, place-based art projects and farm fresh culinary explorations, your child can grow, eat and explore on our conveniently located educational farm. Choose a weeklong session, or join us for the whole program and enjoy the farm as it grows throughout the season. The daily schedule is 8:30/9:00am to 4:00pm, Monday through Thursday. If you have questions, please contact us directly at Olivia@cornucopiaproject.org
Scholarship funds are available. We use the honor system for disbursing scholarship funds. If a scholarship will make this summer program accessible for your child please select your scholarship below. If you have any questions, please email us at Admin@cornucopiaproject.org
In the morning, drop your child off at the farm entrance for a morning gathering circle. They will begin their day fully immersed in the sensory experience of the Educational farm, shadowing high school farmers to learn about the production of organically grown crops. Students will participate in the essential tasks of the production farm such as seeding, transplanting, pruning, harvesting, amending soils, harvesting and watering. Throughout the day, students are face to face with native pollinating insects and the fresh botanical aroma of the surrounding living ecosystem.
As lunch time approaches, students will wander through the high tunnels selecting only the ripest fruits from their vines in preparation of a communal luncheon. Students are encouraged to prepare a snack using farm produce accompanied by ingredients from local food producers and recipes from local chefs. Using our outdoor kitchen on the farm, we will cook up delicious food. Each day our lunch will be picnic style on the farm overlooking the pollinator habitat. Students will be required to bring lunch on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and on Thursdays, we will be making a farm to table meal.
Following their farm to table lunch, students will take a stroll to our headquarters where they will cool off and focus on exciting projects. Students will be guided to make inspiring items which they will be able to bring home and share with families. Projects include, botanical soap, garden chia pets, natural plant tie dye clothing, plantable native seed paper, pressed flower lantern lights, and farm to table cooking.
Please pack plenty of water, appropriate clothing and footwear for farm activities.
Allergy information: Bees and other stinging insects are present on the farm.
$0.00 – $250.00
Join the Young Farmer Program this July and August! At Cornucopia Project Educational Farm, the garden is our classroom and our days will be spent outside exploring, cooking and creating in nature!
Guided by our Education Director, Olivia Clark, and our team of High School Student Farmers, your young farmer will explore the ins and outs of working on an organic vegetable farm. Each week, students will learn new skills such as seedling propagation, insect ID, and how to prepare and save a harvest from farm-to-table. Through art, culinary and hands on farm work, your child will be inspired for a lifetime of healthy eating!
Weather Considerations. Our farm is exposed to the elements. Children must come prepared with appropriate clothing, sunblock, a hat, food and drinks. If unexpected severe weather occurs, we will utilize our nearby headquarters building space for farm-related projects. If you need help with providing any of the necessary items these please let us know and we will seek to supply them.
Scholarships are available. If a scholarship will make this summer program accessible for your child please select your scholarship below. If you have any questions, please email us at Admin@cornucopiaproject.org.
If you have the ability to sponsor/support our scholarship fund for youth programs please consider adding a donation to your shopping basket. All gifts are tax deductible.
FAQ
What to bring for lunch? Please pack a lunch and snacks for your child(ren) each day. We do make a farm-to-table tasting snack each day.
Pick-up/ Drop-off info? Please drop your child off at our Educational Farm entrance, and pick up at our nearby headquarters.
How do I qualify for a scholarship? Our scholarships are given on a no-questions-asked basis. No qualification needed, simply select your preference when checking out.
What about the weather? Because we will be outside for most of the day, and as we well know, New England weather can be unpredictable. In the event of a severe thunderstorm, power outage or an extreme weather event we will move indoors or, if necessary, cancel the day’s events.
What to wear? Closed toed shoes and clothing you are not afraid to get dirty. Layers are always good, and bring a spare set of clothing, because we may find ourselves making a garden hose sprinkler.
Special accommodations? We are here for you! Please email olivia@cornucopiaproject.org with specific questions/ comments regarding your registration and any requests for accommodations.
Daily Schedule? In the morning (8:30-9:00am), drop your child off at the farm entrance for a morning gathering. They will begin their day fully immersed in the sensory experience of the Educational farm, shadowing high school farmers to learn about the production of organically grown crops. Students will participate in the essential tasks of the production farm such as seeding, transplanting, pruning, harvesting, amending soils, harvesting and watering. Throughout the day, students are face to face with native pollinating insects and the fresh botanical aroma of the surrounding living ecosystem.
As lunch time approaches, students will wander through the high tunnels selecting only the ripest fruits from their vines in preparation of a communal luncheon. Students are encouraged to prepare a snack using farm produce accompanied by ingredients from local food producers and recipes from local chefs. Using our outdoor kitchen on the farm, we will cook up delicious food. Each day our lunch will be picnic style on the farm overlooking the pollinator habitat.
Following their farm to table lunch, students will take a stroll to our headquarters where they will cool off and focus on exciting projects. Students will be guided to make inspiring items which they will be able to bring home and share with families. Projects include, botanical soap, garden chia pets, natural plant tie dye, plantable native seed paper, and pressed flower lantern lights. Pick up is at 3pm.
Where are the Educational Farm located? The farm is located on the corner of Vose Farm Road and Route 202 in Peterborough, our parking lot is across the road from SoClean/Former EMS store.
How large are the groups each day? 10-15 students
Can I sign up for more than one session? Absolutely! Select each session your child(ren) will attend and “add to basket”. Each week brings new adventures!
