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Land's Sake Inc. Seeks New Executive Director

Land's Sake, Inc., founded in 1980, combines ecologically-sound land management practices with hands-on environmental education to model how public open space can be used and enjoyed within a…Continue

Tags: Conservation, Education, CSA, Food, Profit

Started Mar 20, 2012

Farm-Based Education: Green Power Leader

Position Title: Farm Based Education: Green Power Leader    Seasonal, Full-Time, At-will employee            Supervisor/Reports to: Programs CoordinatorDirect Reports: Junior ApprenticeOrganizational…Continue

Started Feb 8, 2012

Land's Sake seeking Farm-Based Education Program Coordinator

Position Title: Farm-Based Education: Program Coordinator            Year-Round, Full-Time, At-will employee            Supervisor/Reports to: Education DirectorDirect Reports: Seasonal Summer…Continue

Tags: Sustainable, Agriculture, Youth, Coordinator, Sake

Started Dec 16, 2011

Land's Sake Farm Based Education Internship

Founded in 1980, Land's Sake is a private, nonprofit corporation dedicated to responsible stewardship of suburban farmland and forests. By combining ecologically sound land management with…Continue

Tags: Internship, Paid, Non-Profit

Started Mar 2, 2011

 

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Webinar: Social Media For Farms to Generate Education, Awareness, and Action at Webinar: Wednesday, May 2, 1-2pm EDT

May 2, 2012 from 1pm to 2pm
Wednesday, May 2, 1-2pm EDTFacebook...Twitter...Linked In...Four Square.... They can be effective ways to connect with your community....Or they can be a huge waste of your time and energy. How can you use social media to build a supportive community online and in-person? Public relations expert Rachel Carter will explain how to develop a strategy for building a community of champions for your farm. Whether you are a farmer, a farm-based educator, or an Extension educator, this webinar will…See More
Apr 30, 2012
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Douglas Cook posted a discussion

Land's Sake Inc. Seeks New Executive Director

Land's Sake, Inc., founded in 1980, combines ecologically-sound land management practices with hands-on environmental education to model how public open space can be used and enjoyed within a suburban community. A 501c3 nonprofit corporation, Land’s Sake seeks to connect people to the land through farming, forestry and education. We run a community farm and CSA program, donate produce to food security organizations, operate educational programming for youth and adults, maintain the town forest…See More
Mar 20, 2012
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Douglas Cook is attending FBEN Administrator's event

MA Network of Farm-Based Educators Gathering at Land's Sake at Land's Sake

April 25, 2012 from 1pm to 3pm
Farm-Based Educators GatheringApril 25, 1-3Land’s Sake, WestonDiscussion topics for the gathering will include permaculture, small gardens, and relationships between towns and non-profits.Doug Cook has requested that when people RSVP they list any questions they might have related to these topics. RSVP to: doug@landssake.orgSee More
Feb 8, 2012
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Douglas Cook posted a discussion

Farm-Based Education: Green Power Leader

Position Title: Farm Based Education: Green Power Leader    Seasonal, Full-Time, At-will employee            Supervisor/Reports to: Programs CoordinatorDirect Reports: Junior ApprenticeOrganizational Overview:        Founded in 1980, Land's Sake is a private, nonprofit corporation dedicated to responsible stewardship of suburban farmland and forests. By combining ecologically sound land management with experiential farm-based education, we provide a powerful model of how public open space can…See More
Feb 8, 2012
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Land's Sake Educator Training at Land's Sake Farm

January 13, 2012 from 11am to 12:30pm
We will spend our time focusing on our specific tour, the "5 Senses Tour" is designed for Kindergarten aged students from the two local elementary schools, it will be their 2nd visit of 5 per year.  I will be teaching to our current education staff, most of them with several seasons of experience with our tours, for the most part it is a review session.  We take a tour around the farm and discuss how best to use the winter landscape to connect with the current curriculum in the classroom.  We…See More
Dec 20, 2011
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Land's Sake Educator Training at Land's Sake Farm

January 13, 2012 from 11am to 12:30pm
We will spend our time focusing on our specific tour, the "5 Senses Tour" is designed for Kindergarten aged students from the two local elementary schools, it will be their 2nd visit of 5 per year.  I will be teaching to our current education staff, most of them with several seasons of experience with our tours, for the most part it is a review session.  We take a tour around the farm and discuss how best to use the winter landscape to connect with the current curriculum in the classroom.  We…See More
Dec 20, 2011
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Douglas Cook posted a discussion

Land's Sake seeking Farm-Based Education Program Coordinator

Position Title: Farm-Based Education: Program Coordinator            Year-Round, Full-Time, At-will employee            Supervisor/Reports to: Education DirectorDirect Reports: Seasonal Summer StaffOrganizational Overview:        Founded in 1980, Land's Sake is a private, nonprofit corporation dedicated to responsible stewardship of suburban farmland and forests. By combining ecologically sound land management with experiential farm-based education, we provide a powerful model of how public…See More
Dec 16, 2011
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Massachusetts Network of Farm-Based Educator's Gathering - 2012 Planning Meeting at Noah Brooks Tavern

December 7, 2011 from 11am to 1pm
                      Annual Meeting, 2012 Planning Discussion,                                and Homemade Soup Lunch   Come plan the next year of *your* network!  Battle Road Farms, Minute Man National Historical Park Noah Brooks Tavern, Lexington, MADecember 7, 11-1 Directions below Come for hot soup and discussion with farm-based education and community farm professionals from around the Commonwealth state. This gathering will be an opportunity to network with colleagues, identify…See More
Dec 5, 2011
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FBEA Webinar: Farm to School at Webinar

January 10, 2012 from 12pm to 1pm
REGISTER NOW *** ** You will need to register through the Farm to School Webinar host service to receive the necessary access information. Farm to School and Farm- Based Education12-1 PM CDT 1-2 PM EDTHow can Farm Based Education reinforce the work of Farm to School programs? How can teachers connect with farmers to offer educational…See More
Dec 5, 2011
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Douglas Cook posted a discussion

Land's Sake Farm Based Education Internship

Founded in 1980, Land's Sake is a private, nonprofit corporation dedicated to responsible stewardship of suburban farmland and forests. By combining ecologically sound land management with experiential farm-based education, we provide a powerful model of how public open space can be effectively used and enjoyed by the community. Our efforts are centered on three themes: (1) sustainable land management and open space preservation, (2) farm-based education, and (3) community building and care. We…See More
Mar 2, 2011
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Land's Sake Tapping Out at The Bill McElwain Sugar House

January 22, 2011 from 9am to 12pm
It is nearing that time of year where friends and community members gather to help tap nearly 200 Sugar Maples that will give their sap to making Weston's very own delicious maple syrup. This small organized work party is a great way to work outside, meet new neighbors and learn more about one of New England's longest traditions. We hope that you can join us on January 22nd, 2011 from 9am-1pm. We will gather at the Bill McElwain Sugar House located beside the Weston Middle School, 456 Wellesley…See More
Jan 12, 2011
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ABC's of Farm-Based Education- Project Seasons, FBEA Member Discount at The Trustees of Reservations Center for Agriculture and the Environment

April 7, 2011 to April 8, 2011
Historic Appleton farms will be your campus for exploring topics inlcuding: marketing, farm safety and teacher's needs.  You will also discover ways to develop programs with easy-to-use activities from Shelburne Farms' Project Seasons.Thursday night dinner will be at the beautiful Inn at Castle Hill. Workshop Fee$200 / $180 for members of…See More
Jan 2, 2011
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NE Environmental Education Alliance Conference at Lake Morey Resort

October 21, 2010 to October 23, 2010
Join us in Vermont in 2010 as we merge the New England Environmental Education Alliance (NEEEA) and Promise of Place (POP) conferences, bringing together a wide circle of people who, in some capacity in their work or recreation, connect people with the environment. We ALL are educating about the environment— from town planners to public health workers, farmers to artists, engineers to hunters and sportsmen, builders and designers to land trusts and historians to energy innovators. We recognize…See More
Sep 30, 2010
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Douglas Cook is now a member of The Farm-Based Education Network
Jan 8, 2010
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Organization Name
Land's Sake Inc.
Current Position Title:
Education Director
Website:
http://www.landssake.org
Vision and hopes for the fast-growing movement of farm-based education?
My long term vision is to facilitate the growth of community based education. A short term vision is to learn and teach as much as possible.
What is your favorite childhood farm or garden memory?
I would say picking potato bugs and staking tomatoes.

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Farm-Based Education Lessons from the Angelic Organics Learning Center at Angelic Organics Learning Center

June 18, 2013 from 6pm to 7pm
Come learn about the origins, development and organizational structure of Angelic Organics Learning Center, soon to enter its 15th year as the nonprofit partner to Angelic Organics farm. The Learning Center serves over 4000 people per year through its four main initiatives: on-farm, urban, farmer training, and civic engagement.  Executive Director Tom Spaulding and Senior Program Director Deb Crockett will lead an interactive presentation, farm tour and demonstration of hands-on activities.…See More
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Setting Farm Prices

Farm Pricing is challenging for new and experienced growers. Correct pricing will affect sales, marketing strategies and ultimately, determine farm viability. At the 2013 Harvest…See More
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Food Banks in the Good Food Movement

Original post at: http://rootforward.blogspot.com/When you hear “food bank,” how many of you think of the Good Food Movement?  We know food banks are an increasingly important safety net, but they give away low quality, low nutrient food right? While that is sadly the case in some instances, some food banks are creating innovative programs to improve their clients’ access to fresh, healthy foods. More than that, people like Cori Walters, the…See More
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Critical blueberry pollinators

Dr. Frank Drummond, professor of Entomology  atUMaine, described the role of native pollinators, honeybees and bumblebees in pollinating…See More
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Summer Fun Vacation Program at Soule Homestead at Soule Homestead Education Center

July 9, 2013 at 9:30am to August 23, 2013 at 12pm
Enrollment for the Summer Fun Vacation Program at the Soule Homestead Education Center is now open. Parents of children ages 5-10 are encouraged to register early as space for the popular farm-based educational program fills up quickly.  The program features outside exploration of the natural environment on a 120 acre working organic farm and is scheduled to run every Tuesday through Friday for seven weeks starting July 9th and continuing through August 23rd from 9:30 a.m. to 12 Noon.  Guided…See More
Jun 12
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"Genetic Roulette" Movie Screening at Soule Homestead Education Center

June 13, 2013 from 7pm to 9pm
FREE MOVIE - “GENETIC ROULETTE, THE GAMBLE OF OUR LIVES”: Soule Homestead Education Center, 46 Soule Street, Middleboro, 7p.m. This documentary film by best selling author Jeffrey M. Smith provides compelling evidence to help explain how genetically engineered foods cause harm and offers ways to protect ourselves and our future. Interviews with doctors, scientists, local food advocates, nutritionists, chefs, concerned parents, farmers, and government officials are included. Come to learn about…See More
Jun 7
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Friendly Sheep and Nigerian Goats looking for a New England home!

Two female sheep and 5 Nigerian goats (2 does, 3 wethers) from Newtown, CT are looking for a new home. The goats were bought from different breeders in CT.  Three of them are registered with paperwork. The wethers are all about 2 years old (bought as kids in May of 2011).  Adult doe has been hand milked. All are very social, handled daily, groomed and hooves trimmed. They are like dogs!  The two healthy ewes are about a year old.  Contact Sara with interest: …See More
Jun 6
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Jamie Samowitz posted a discussion

Lead Educator- Farm in the Garden Camp

Farm in the Garden Camp is a day camp for children ages 5-10. It is held on the beautiful grounds of the Berkshire Botanical Garden in historic Stockbridge, MA. Campers care for farm animals, harvest food they grow themselves, and participate in a wide range of activities: bottle-feeding lambs, making goat cheese, running a farmstand, making fiber crafts, baking treats with eggs collected from the chicken coop, and much more. The camp is small by design, with just 18 students attending each…See More
Jun 5
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Early Education Teacher

Help Wanted: Seeking Early Education Teacher @ The Garden Childcare and Farmschool. Applicant must have an understanding of nature based education. Ideal candidate will have experience with the principles of Waldorf education, must possess knowledge of the young child both in a developmental and spiritual perspective, have experience gardening and/or farming, possess a skill or willingness to lead seasonal handwork farm art activities, have the physical health to hike, do practical work and…See More
Jun 4
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Jenn Wright posted a discussion

NOW OPEN: DeLano Farms Education Coordinator

DeLano Farms Education Coordinator at the Kalamazoo Nature CenterThe Kalamazoo Nature Center is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to inspire people to care for the environment by providing experiences that lead them to understanding their connection to the natural world.Summary of Position: This full-time permanent position is responsible for: all farm-based educational programming at the Kalamazoo Nature Center. This includes: working closely with the education directors to…See More
May 31
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Open Farm Sunday at The Wellbeing Farm

June 9, 2013 from 11am to 4pm
Sunday 9 June 2013 is Open Farm Sunday and The Wellbeing Farm in Edgworth located in between Blackburn and Bolton, is opening their gates to visitors for what promises to be both a fascinating and enjoyable day out for the whole family. This annual nationwide event is organised by LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming) and along with The Wellbeing Farm, hundreds of other farms across the country will be hosting events to showcase British farming. Open Farm Sunday is a great chance to find out…See More
May 31
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Food Justice High: Kim Gaffi at TEDxTheEvergreenStateCollege

Co-Founder and now Executive Director of GRuB, Kim Gaffi has nurtured idea from its seed into a mature community-loved and supported organization. GRuB was b...
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Food Justice High: Kim Gaffi at TEDxTheEvergreenStateCollege

Co-Founder and now Executive Director of GRuB, Kim Gaffi has nurtured idea from its seed into a mature community-loved and supported organization. GRuB was b...
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