"Chris Henwood Costa here at Turning Roots Farm.
I have been intending to start a regional group here in Southeastern PA for the past year or so. Will try to make it happen this season, perhaps with an intro meeting this spring before the season…"
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Christine Henwood Costa replied to FBEA Administrator's discussion Regional Networks of Farm-Based Educators
Christine Henwood Costa's discussion was featured
A1: Experiential Education and Its Role on the Farm
Farm education has the power to build character and awaken self-awareness while connecting people to the earth. Through a series of presentations and experiential exercises, participants will have an understanding of the experiential model within the context of the farm. Because we teach who we are, we will touch on the power of modeling values that we strive to impart, and will focus on ways to facilitate student experiences where they can take ownership. Opportunities for teaching peace…See More
Christine Henwood Costa added a discussion to the group The 2009 FBEA Conference and Discussions Group
A1: Experiential Education and Its Role on the Farm
Farm education has the power to build character and awaken self-awareness while connecting people to the earth. Through a series of presentations and experiential exercises, participants will have an understanding of the experiential model within the context of the farm. Because we teach who we are, we will touch on the power of modeling values that we strive to impart, and will focus on ways to facilitate student experiences where they can take ownership. Opportunities for teaching peace…See More
Profile Information
- Organization Name
- Turning Roots Farm and Common Roots Education
- City
- Downingtown
- State
- PA
- Zip Code
- 19335
- Current Position Title:
- Organic Farmer, Experiential Educator
- Website:
- http://www.turningrootsfarm.com
- Vision and hopes for the fast-growing movement of farm-based education?
- Connecting more people with the earth, their food, themselves and one another. Getting more people OUTSIDE and in tune with the cycles of the natural world.
- What is your favorite childhood farm or garden memory?
- Vague memories of growing tomatoes with my Mom. Many many more memories of playing outside with my brothers and sisters in "the woods", two or three big pine trees that grew between our house and our neighbor's. we built forts, went camping, rode bikes...we spent A LOT of time outside and that connection to the earth is what has drawn me to farming, and compels me to share this connection with others.
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Peter James posted a discussionFarm manager for robotic urban farm summer intern program
We want to put 2,000 square feet of hydroponics gulleys into production this summer. Summer interns will be implementing various systems to seed, transplant, harvest the crops and cool, heat, power the greenhouse with renewable energy.We need a entrepreneurial farm manager to help on the build-out, operations and sales and marketing.Visit firstfruitsfarms.com, facebook.com/robogrow and justmoneymd.com for more info.Contact:Peter James301 916-5722See More
Kate posted a discussionProgram Assistant- Equine Program
As a Premier Accredited Center of the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH), Green Chimneys operates superior equine education and intervention programs. Equine facilitated learning, therapeutic riding, vocational barn work, equine sport, a small driving program, vaulting and equine massage are activities offered to the children. Lead staff holds PATH Master Instructor Certification, EAGALA Certification, Centered Riding Instructor status, and equine sport…See More
Vera Simon-Nobes updated an event
Agritourism/Farm-based Education Focus Group at Woodstock, VT
May 20, 2013 from 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Join a focus group conversation on the best practices in hosting visitors on Vermont farms. These conversations are kicking off a three-year project coordinated by the Vermont Farms Association and Shelburne Farms. With your help, the project will establish best practices for Vermont agritourism and will supply resources and technical assistance to farmers who are looking to offer…See More
Vera Simon-Nobes's 3 events were featuredAgritourism/Farm-based Education Focus Group
May 22, 2013 from 12:30pm to 3:30pmAgritourism/Farm-based Education Focus Group
May 28, 2013 from 3pm to 6pmAgritourism/Farm-based Education Focus Group
May 29, 2013 from 3pm to 6pm
Vera Simon-Nobes posted eventsAgritourism/Farm-based Education Focus Group
May 29, 2013 from 3pm to 6pmAgritourism/Farm-based Education Focus Group
May 28, 2013 from 3pm to 6pmAgritourism/Farm-based Education Focus Group
May 22, 2013 from 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Cristina C. posted eventsAppetite for Adventure: Beekeeping Weekend Workshop
July 6, 2013 at 10am to July 7, 2013 at 4pmHoney Tasting and Pairing Workshop at Red Bee Apiary
May 26, 2013 from 1pm to 3pm
Brooke posted a discussionCultivating Joy & Wonder: an early childhood guidebook of activites for exploring the natural world
Cultivating Joy and Wonder Educating for Sustainability in Early Childhood Through Nature, Food, and Community is a Project Seasons for Early Learners publication of Shelburne Farms. Written by Emily Hoyler and Linda Wellings and designed by Holly Brough at Shelburne Farms, Cultivating Joy and Wonder brings Education for Sustainability into…See More
Celia Gaze's event was featured
Open Farm Sunday at The Wellbeing Farm
June 9, 2013 from 11am to 5pm
For the first time ever we are participating in Open Farm Sunday on Sunday 9th June - come along for cookery demos, craft stalls, sheep dog displays, meet the llamas and various other activities - more details to follow but please put the date in your diary! Open to all at no costs!A full day consisting of:a showcase of all our wonderful tutors and their courses,cookery demonstrations in our Cookery School,sheep dog trials,stalls selling local produce,animal petting,children's games and…See More
Sanne Kure-Jensen updated an event
Greens Production & Urban Composting at Sidewalk Ends Farm
June 4, 2013 from 5:30pm to 8pm
Rain date: June 11, 5:30 p.m. Co-hosted by NOFA/RI and Young Farmer Nights (YFN) Learn how to grow a never-ending supply of salad and arugula through biointensive production and succession planting. Sidewalk Ends Farm’s Fay Strongin, Laura Brown-Lavoie and Tess Brown-Lavoie will share their seeding, transplanting, direct seeding and fertilizing routines to maximize production in a small space while enhancing soil health. This workshop will also cover urban composting practices essential to…See More
Sanne Kure-Jensen updated an event
Microgreens & Energy Conservation at Farming Turtles
May 16, 2013 from 5:30pm to 7pm
Participants will learn how this farm grows micro-greens, baby greens and mushrooms. Learn about growing wheatgrass for people and pets. Lauri Roberts will share her ongoing efforts to conserve energy.Farming Turtles produces certified organic crops year-round. Learn about their Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) Certification by the American Institute of Baking (AIB), the preeminent organization for auditing food…See More
Celia Gaze posted an eventOpen Farm Sunday at The Wellbeing Farm
June 9, 2013 from 11am to 5pm
For the first time ever we are participating in Open Farm Sunday on Sunday 9th June - come along for cookery demos, craft stalls, sheep dog displays, meet the llamas and various other activities - more details to follow but please put the date in your diary! Open to all at no costs!A full day consisting of:a showcase of all our wonderful tutors and their courses,cookery demonstrations in our Cookery School,sheep dog trials,stalls selling local produce,animal petting,children's games and…See More
Cristina C. posted an event
Appetite for Adventure: Beekeeping Weekend Workshop at Red Bee Apiary
June 1, 2013 at 10am to June 2, 2013 at 4pm
Spend an inspiring weekend with Marina Marchese, beekeeper, author, and founder of Red Bee Honey, learning basic beekeeping practices, homesteading skills, and a variety of honeybee crafts. Learn all about honey, its floral sources, and how to taste honey like a true connoisseur. We’ll create honeybee crafts such as luscious lotions and potions, handmade soap, and beeswax candles using ingredients in any kitchen apothecary!No experience is necessary, just curiosity and a creative spirit! On…See More
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