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Nicci Cagan is attending FBEA Administrator's event
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
Nicci Cagan is attending FBEA Administrator's event
5th Farm-Based Education Conference at Shelburne Farms
November 3, 2011 to November 5, 2011
It's the 5th Conference! Have you been at all 5!? Visit the CONFERENCE WEBPAGES to register, view the program, book accommodations, look for roommates and carpools, and more!The goal of the Conference is to provide professional development and support to the farm-based education community. Enjoy three days of workshops, field trips, networking time with colleagues, inspiring success stories, evening…See More
Nicci Cagan might attend FBEA Administrator's event
Food for Thought: Food System Literacy Symposium at The Ethel Walker School
June 16, 2011 to June 17, 2011
* Register Now! *Food for Thought: Food System Literary in Classrooms, Cafeterias, and Communities*A Two-Day Symposium for Educators at The Ethel Walker SchoolThis symposium is a two-day gathering of teachers, students, food service directors, sustainability coordinators, farmers, and community leaders to advance food system literacy in schools and communities around the nation.The event will…See More
Nicci Cagan is attending Jodi Doff's event
Humane Education Conference 2011 at Green Chimneys
April 29, 2011 to April 30, 2011
Hosted by the American Humane Association and Green Chimneys, the 2011 humane education conference sessions will highlight approaches that support the building of humane communities. The 2 day program will include lectures by internationally known leaders in education, psychology, veterinary medicine, humane education and human-animal interactions.
Nicci Cagan replied to Nicci Cagan's discussion What have you been working on today? in the group The 2009 FBEA Conference and Discussions Group
"This sounds wonderful!"
Nancy Williams replied to Nicci Cagan's discussion What have you been working on today? in the group The 2009 FBEA Conference and Discussions Group
"If you are coming to Nebraska and there is anything Laura and I can do to help, please let us know! Besides the farming/education connections we are also heavily involved in the Nature Networks and Outdoor Nature Classrooms.
Nancy…"
Nicci Cagan's discussion was featured
What have you been working on today?
Today I dropped off a VT FEED dvd and a steel mess tray for school cafeteria workers. We just installed a school dish washer in an effort replace the use of styrofoam.I am on my way to a conference on hunger: I hope to address school foods, farm based education and the development of a local food processing plant .I am encouraging a plant a row for the hungry and that includes school children. I am hopeful that this will engage service learning projects.I am continuing to write a G.A.P. Garlic…See More
Nicci Cagan commented on Michael Roman's group The 2009 FBEA Conference and Discussions Group
"http://hudsonsaratogachefs.blogspot.com/ Check out Noah Sheetz's blog spot"
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- From The Ground Up
- Current Position Title:
- Director
- Vision and hopes for the fast-growing movement of farm-based education?
- My vision is that: We are all connecting with ease. That the information network Is growing and that there are an abundance of jobs in the field of Farm to School. That the schools are filled with beautiful pictures of nature and growing, school plays are being produced about growing food and nature, our interconnectedness.Cafeterias have delicious food that is grown on school farms we are collaborating with farmers. Family Farm Festivals Festivals are happening everywhere. People are gathering and celebrating the earth . We are cooking together !
- What is your favorite childhood farm or garden memory?
- Going to a baby sitters family farm and playing with the water pump. You could pull the arm up and down and wait for the water to pour out. I remember the walk way of stone surrounded by very green grass and a cat passing me as I walked on to the front porch. I feel in love.
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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
Mary Quinn Doyle posted a blog postUnique Maine Farms' Project- Grant Advice Would Be Appreciated
For the past ten months, I have been involved with a volunteer project traveling around Maine visiting over 120 farms and creating complimentary webpages and personal stories about the farms for the Unique Maine Farms' project: www.uniquemainefarms.com I am working on a 224-page book about this project and planning an educational outreach program with a traveling photo exhibit and a slideshow and discussion program. Is anyone able to…See More
Mary Quinn Doyle posted a videoUnique Maine Farms Book Project
This eight-minute video gives a background into the 224-page book project that has been undertaken by Mary Quinn Doyle to highlight over 120 unique farms in ...
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