FARM KIDS MINI FARMERS PROGRAM – WATER

9am – 3pm | $130 | ages 5 to 15 yrs.

The kids become mini farmers and after a detailed tour get set to work doing farm chores. We collect eggs, restock our pet chickens bedding, ensure they have fresh water and clean out the coup. We work on our dedicated Farm Kids garden plot and tend to our onsite worm Subpod. If the opportunity arises, we assist the farmers with their chores. They forage, cook, make natural products, create and see where their food comes from as well as experience countless opportunities to learn about teamwork, community, and ethical farming practices.

Discussion

·      Uses, conservation and health of our water.

·      List how to conserve water - Empty drink bottles onto plants, catch shower water, dishwashing and washing water onto garden etc

·      How do plants drink?

·      We will take a close look at the roots of the plants. We will examine how leaves and foliage funnel and channel water to where the plant most needs it.

·      Photosynthesis

·      Precipitation and other types of water. Ice, frost fog, dew, rain, hail, snow etc

Activities

·      Make a healthy drink.

We all paint a glass jar to turn it into a vase and we show children how to strike a new indoor plant from a cutting and grow at home. Children can watch how roots grow in water.

What to bring

Children will need:

·      Children must wear covered shoes, sleeves and a hat at all times.

·      Please pack a healthy lunchbox for your child daily.

·      Please ensure you also bring a water bottle and a raincoat.

·      All items need to be labelled.

Where to Meet

We will meet at the Farm House opposite the restaurant. Please look out for the signs to guide you.

Ages

These workshops are appropriate for children who are interested in farming, energetic and willing to work. 5yrs to 15yrs

Extra Service

If you are a working parent please discuss with the Farm Kids Manager if you need your child to start early or finish later than the designated program time so as to get to and from work. For an extra fee this can be arranged.

Please don’t forget that if you cannot make it to our planned workshops we can tailor a workshop especially for your group. Email farmkids@thefarm.com.au for more detail.