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I am getting ready to have a discussion with a farm family who is considering working with me to develop a farm ed program on their property. My hope is to create a non-profit at their site, and have them be somewhat involved (as involved as they want to be). I have no idea how to approach the compensation piece with them. I was looking for ideas on what others have done in similar situations. They have a working farm but run no year round programs, although they are open to the public for…See More

I have been working on plans for a farm-based education program in my area, but am in search of a farm to collaborate with. There are no other programs nearby in our area, but local, sustainable agriculture plays a major role in our communities so I feel confident that I am headed in the right direction. I have much experience running summer camps and environmental programs for all ages so I do realize how much work is ahead of me. I am wondering if anyone else has been in this situation and…See More