Pre-registration required – register ONLINE HERE

Location: 12805 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN 55033 – Interpretive Center

Program Fee: $5 per person

Join CNC Orchardist Sam Behrends to learn about the sustainable agriculture methods in use at Carpenter, and how agriculture on a broader scale can fit into a healthy ecosystem while still providing essential nourishment for people. Topics covered will include Integrated Pest Management, soil, and water health. Youth ages 12 – 19 yrs.

Thanks to generous funding from the CHS Foundation, Carpenter Nature Center is excited to launch a new Sustainable Agriculture & Orchard Skills Series for Youth. This hands-on workshop series invites youth to explore real-world agricultural experiences and build practical skills in orchard management, sustainability, and land stewardship. 

Other dates & topics in this series include:

• May 2 – Apple Tree Planting & Grafting
• May 30 – Tractor & Equipment Safety
• October 18 – Apple Production & Harvest