soil focused . regeneratively farmed . nutrient dense
The Micro Farmer Club
Teaching kids, on the farm, in the soil
Children are capable of absorbing complex information when taught in the right way, and especially when they are outside, learning with real plants and materials. Classes do not have a formal framework but do aim to cover a range of basic topics including:
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Horticulture and growing
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Composting
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Seed saving
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Edible applications of plants and food safety
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Foraging and plant identification
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Soil biology
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Propagation and seed raising
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Plant biology
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Magnetism and it's role in the soil
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Food processing and storage
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Culinary preparation and nutrition
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Elements and their role in life, and function of the body
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Other topics as they arise with the children....I allow creative wriggle room
Its all about exploring the world around them, and the interconnectivity of living things.
Details
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Students are required to be age 7+ (it is very supportive if students can take their own notes)
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We continue regardless of weather as we have library spaces we can learn in, or in the greenhouse.
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Friday classes are $10 per class paid each school term.
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Spaces for maximum of 7 children per class (in addition to our 3).
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Teaching is completed with Nina Parker - the head gardener at The Micro Farm
What to bring
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Raincoat and suitable warm or wet weather gear (including gumboots on rainy days)
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A notepad and pen
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Drink bottle and afternoon tea - they get hungry on the farm. Some farm food provided if the kids want it (does not replace a meal)
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A hat if it is hot
If you have any questions email me at team@themicrofarm.co.nz
