CCE St. Lawrence County Extension Learning Farm Program Opportunities

CCE St. Lawrence County has a beautiful Learning Farm in Canton, NY where it hosts a myriad of agricultural learning activities. Clubs are invited to partake in these opportunities. For more information about these opportunities or to sign up, please contact the St. Lawrence Extension Office: 315-379-9192.

Ag Field Days, May 21&22, June 3&4, 9:30 AM-1 PM $2 fee 4th graders
This program is specifically designed to increase students' awareness and appreciation of agriculture, NYS's leading industry. Presentations range from sheep shearing, dairy farming, locally produced foods, veterinary science, maple sugaring, and aquaculture. The program complements the fourth grade curriculum and brings to life the experiences shared in the book Farmer Boy.

Farm Tours and Tailored Field Trips April 19-June 18 $5 fee All Ages
Call to coordinate a visit that meets your group's specific interests and learning objectives. Select from a variety of class themes to build the perfect day long field trip. Options include:

• livestock and agricultural demonstrations
• aquatic studies and fish farm
• maple sugar bush operations
• food systems and agricultural appreciation
• environmental education and wildlife
• outdoor education (survival, orienteering, GPS, archery, etc)
• team building and leadership

Maple Sugar Bush Tours and Programs March 8-26, $5 fee, All Ages

Book a tour of the Extension sugar bush while in the height of operation. Students will be exposed to forest ecology and tree health, tubing systems and maintenance, and the evaporation and finishing process. Of course there is usually a chance to sample the final product!

Farm Safety Days, June 10 & 11, 9:30 AM-1 PM $2 fee 5th Grade

Students will be exposed to a wide variety of safety topics that directly relate to their everyday lives. Safety professionals share their knowledge and personal experiences in a fun, easy to understand manner.