Green Adventures
Educational Experiences to Grow a Healthy Body and World!

Taught by Bill Wride, Thompson School District’s Teacher of the Year

Autumn 2011 Green adventures registration form (.PDF)

 

NEW GREEN ADVENTURES Class for January Ages 5-12, 9:00-noon January 14 Winter Explorers: Join us as we head outside and explore nature's winter wonderland! We'll identify animal tracks, make a natural bird feeder for our wintering feathered friends and make our own healthy snack. Tuition: $15 per child Scholarships available Location: High Plains Environmental Center 1854 Piney River Drive, Loveland To register, call LYG at 669-7182 by January 12th

 

Youth Gardening Program

May through September, participants grow their own gardens and are taught a gardening curriculum, which emphasizes sustainable horticulture practices. In addition, they develop job and social skills such as responsibility, teamwork, communication, problem solving, and leadership. Students go on field trips and give tours of the garden. Most of the pesticide-free produce is donated to the local food bank. Additional service projects involve the student gardeners in the community, allowing them to contribute in meaningful ways. Those who successfully complete the program may earn school credit and a monetary achievement award.

Leaf Out Program Year round, students further develop employment and life skills including gardening, landscaping, cooking, and public speaking. They volunteer to organize a variety of service projects in the community.