Exploring Sustainable Farming Practices
Field Trip to Scenic Isle Farm 10/22/2024: Exploring Sustainable Farming Practices
Description: This enriching field trip gave ALE 3rd-5th grade students the chance to visit Scenic Isle Farm in Coupeville, a farm known for its climate-resistant Hubbard squash and deep-rooted history. Scenic Isle has been farming this hardy squash for four generations, adapting its agricultural practices to promote biodiversity and sustainability. During the visit, students learned not only about the agricultural history of the prairie but also the farm’s efforts to protect soil health and adapt to changing climates.
Students engaged in thoughtful conversations, asking questions about farming on the prairie, the challenges faced by the farm, and how they promote soil biodiversity. In addition to these learning opportunities, students also enjoyed exploring the farm’s creative financial ventures, including the spooky sunflower maze, tractor rides, and pumpkin picking.
Journal https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MmuIS2K46Hhh9M2cLTxShclKfxevHlEn/edit
Scenic Isle Farm Field Trip
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Remember to…..
- stay with the group.
- practice mindful observations.
- ask questions and investigate!
- leave the environment in the same or better state then you found it, be respectful of all life.
Why are local farms important?
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Are pumpkins important to pollinators?
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What is one hard thing about farming?
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Sit spot draw a pumpkin:
What do plants need to be happy and healthy?
Four tools they use on the farm:
Draw a picture of the farms food web:
Questions for the
Farmer:_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Now I am thinking...
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I’m also wondering...
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I believe...
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