A partner with the University of Connecticut, College of Agriculture, the 4-H Education Center programs are based on current scientific research on a 120-acre farm. The hands-on experiences are offered to more than 18,000 children throughout the year.
Seasonal programs are offered to school classes, community groups, and the public in the center's animal barn, gardens, farmland and orchards.
In this setting, students see cows, chickens, pigs and goats, and plant seeds, harvest apples, pick pumpkins, observe milking and make ice cream.
Through interaction with educational staff, students learn how agricultural science affects everyday life. Lessons on biology, biotechnology, horticulture and math address content standards and expected performances in science - based on the Connecticut State Department of Education core science curriculum framework for students pre-K through high school.
For more information call (860) 242-7144, ext. 10; e-mail
4hcenter@comcast.net or visit www.auerfarm.org.
