AGRIscapes at Cal Poly Pomona University
AGRIscapes is a 40-acre education and demonstration center promoting agricultural and environmental literacy to encourage more responsible stewardship of our natural resources. The Visitor Center exhibits describe our reliance on plants throughout history, the challenges we face in feeding a hungry world, and features a Recycling Education Center. Twenty acres are devoted to theme gardens, landscapes, agricultural research projects, and demonstrations. School field trips can be scheduled for all grade levels and emphasize garden-based themes in nutrition, science, math, language arts, and environmental studies. The Center for Garden-Based Education, located at AGRIscapes, serves as a resource for schools and teachers who wish to incorporate garden-based themes into the classroom. Teachers can participate in workshops and seminars and utilize the Curriculum Resource Center.

AGRIscapes
4102 Temple Avenue
Pomona, CA 91768
Phone: (909) 869-6722
Fax: (909) 869-4454
E-mail: agriscapes@csupomona.edu
Web site: www.csupomona.edu/~agriscapes

AgVentures! Museum & Learning Center
AgVentures! offers customized field trips for students of any age, and is open seven days a week for public visitors. Tour the Antique Farm Equipment Museum to learn how agriculture shaped the face of California. New hands-on exhibits await visitors in the AgVentures! Learning Center. Use all five senses to experience the farm, from a virtual TracTour to a real-life MooMachine! School tours include the Food Lab station and an interactive theater experience. A lush outdoor arbor is perfect for picnic lunches. Call to reserve a tour.

AgVentures! Museum & Learning Center
4500 South Laspina Street
Tulare, CA 93274
Phone: (559) 688-1030
Fax: (559) 688-5527
E-mail: carrie@farmshow.org
Web site: www.heritagecomplex.com

Amy's Farm Tours
Through a hands-on guided tour, learn about growing fruits and vegetables and different kinds of livestock. Learn about the "Story of Milk" by observing dairy cows, and feeding a bottle to a calf. Feed pigs, pet horses, goats, and sheep. View the Amy's Farm Tours Web site for details.

Amy's Farm Tours
7698 Eucalyptus Avenue
Ontario, CA 91762
Phone: (909) 393-2936
Web site: amysfarm.com

Ardenwood Historic Farm
A visit to Ardenwood is a journey back to the time of the Patterson Ranch--a prosperous, 19th-century country estate including a mansion, gardens, and historic farm. Educational programs offer participants hands-on experiences that would have been common on this turn-of-the century farm. Educational programs require reservations.

Ardenwood Historic Farm
34600 Ardenwood Boulevard
Fremont, CA 94555
Phone: (510) 796-0663
Web site: www.ebparks.org

Barnyard Reading Programs
The Cordova Recreation and Park District, located in the Sacramento area, provides Barnyard Reading Programs for children ages 2-12. "Reading Haystack" is a reading program for reluctant readers. They read with their favorite animal at the barn and receive a free book which is autographed by one of the animals. "Storytime in the Barnyard" is a favorite time for preschoolers who learn about the animals in the barn through reading.

Cordova Recreation & Park District
2197 Chase Drive
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Phone: (916) 362-1841
Fax: (916) 362-9602
E-mail: totalrec@crpd.com
Web site: www.crpd.com

Bonfante Gardens Family Theme Park
A day of playing! A day of learning! It's what makes Bonfante Gardens a truly unique theme park to experience and enjoy. Set among 600 acres, Bonfante Gardens offers four interactive self-guided tours, educational learning sheds, volunteer garden guides, plus over 40 family rides and attractions. Educational topics include agriculture, gardening, history, culture, water, and the environment. New in 2007 are the Education Exploration Days. On these days visitors are able to choose from four different educational tours-- Butterflies, Bees and Bug Eco-Tour, Rock-it-Out Earth Science Tour, and Exploring Circus Trees Horticultural Tour--and activities that are all interdisciplinary in nature, focusing on science, language arts, social studies, and fine arts. Don't forget the unique collection of Circus Trees! The park is open select dates April through October. For more information, including group sales, call or visit online.

Bonfante Gardens Family Theme Park
3050 Hecker Pass Highway
Gilroy, CA 95020
Phone: (408) 840-7100
Fax: (408) 846-6474
E-mail: info@bonfantegardens.org
Web site: www.bonfantegardens.org

California Citrus State Historic Park
This California State Historic Park greets visitors with an old-fashioned fruit stand. Set on 377 acres, this historic orange grove shares with visitors the history of the citrus industry, and the story of citrus and its travels from around the world to Southern California. Self and guided school and public tours are available. Reservations should be made at least two weeks in advance. Limit 60 students per tour.

California Citrus State Historic Park
1879 Jackson Street
Riverside, CA 92504
Phone: (951) 780-6222
Fax: (951) 780-6073
E-mail: californiacitrusshp@parks.ca.gov
Web site: www.parks.ca.gov

Copia: The American Center for Wine, Food & the Arts
Located in California's wine country on the banks of the Napa River, this facility extends the definition to new dimensions. Copia's classes, demonstrations, exhibitions and performances integrate the arts with the pleasures of food and wine. A children's program provides field trip opportunities for school groups and youth. Group rates are available for 20 or more.

Copia
500 First Street
Napa, CA 94559
Phone: (707) 259-1600
E-mail: info@copia.org
Web site: www.copia.org

County Fairs
County fairs have a unique history. Most originated through an interest of local people to gather together to share their wares and showcase unique talents and skills. The tradition continues throughout the nation. Many county fairs have educational programs and unique contests, and can be great field trips for youth. For information about fairs in your area, visit the Web site.

Western Fairs Association
1776 Tribute Road, Suite 210
Sacramento, CA 95815-4495
Web site: www.WesternFairs.org

Deer Hill Ranch
Deer Hill Ranch is a non-profit organization located on a working ranch that teaches children about ranching through hands-on exposure to farm animals. Deer Hill Ranch also provides team-building programs for teens and adults through use of low and high ropes courses. Summer camps are also available.

Deer Hill Ranch
Experiential Learning Center
3232 Deer Hill Road
Lafayette, CA 94549
Phone: (925) 283-1197
Fax: (925) 283-1184
Web site: www.deerhillranch.org

Elkus Ranch
The Richard J. Elkus Ranch is a working ranch located on the central California coast in Half Moon Bay, San Mateo County. Owned by the University of California, this ranch provides a variety of educational programs. Each of the programs allows students to explore the connections between agriculture and their daily lives.

Richard J. Elkus Ranch
1500 Purisima Creek Road (physical)
UCCE/Elkus Ranch, 80 Stone Pine Road #100 (mailing)
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Phone: (650) 712-3151
Fax: (650) 712-3153
E-mail: elkusranch@ucdavis.edu
Web site: cesanmateo.ucdavis.edu

Emma Prusch Farm Park
Near the Interstate 680/280/101 junction, this park offers visitors opportunities to learn about San Jose's agricultural past. This park's 47 acres has a large barn, over 100 community garden plots, acres of open grass perfect for picnics, kite flying, a rare fruit orchard, and close encounters with farm animals.

Emma Prusch Farm Park
647 South King Road
San Jose, CA 95116
Phone: (408) 926-6555
Web site: www.pruschfarmpark.org

Exeter Agriculture Tours
The Exeter Chamber of Commerce provides agriculture tours that are designed and tailored to meet the needs of any group. They can include general or technical information about the many commodities grown in the region. Exeter is located in California's agricultural heartland. Twenty-one murals tell the history of the area. Mural tours are also available.

Exeter Chamber of Commerce
101 East Pine Street
Exeter, CA 93221
Phone: (559) 592-2919
Fax: (559) 592-3720
E-mail: chamber@exeterchamber.com
Web site: exeterchamber.com

Fairview Gardens
The Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens is a 100-year-old farm, which provides the local community with fresh fruits and vegetables; demonstrates the economical viability of sustainable agricultural methods for small farm operations; and conducts research and interprets the connections between food, land stewardship, and community well-being. Several different school programs are offered. Visit the Web site or call for additional information.

The Center for Urban Agriculture at Fairview Gardens
598 North Fairview Avenue
Goleta, CA 93117
Phone: (805) 967-7369
Fax: (805) 967-0188
E-mail: mail@fairviewgardens.org
Web site: www.fairviewgardens.org

Fairytale Town
Fairytale Town, a 2.5 acre children's recreational and educational park, offers arts and education programs, hands-on experiences in learning gardens, and an introduction to animals. Self-guided and docent-led field trips are available to pre-K through 4th grade public, private and home school groups. Docent led field trips include your choice of garden or barnyard animal workshops. Each workshop--Barnyard Buddies, Eat A Rainbow, Garden in a Glove, and Wiggles of Wonder--gives children an introduction to agriculture through hands-on activities or an up close and personal introduction to live farm animals.

Fairytale Town
3901 Land Park Drive
Sacramento, CA 95822
Phone: (916) 264-7979
Fax: (916) 264-5356
E-mail: programs@fairytaletown.org
Web site: www.fairytaletown.org

Farm Trails
Throughout the year, many areas of the state offer opportunities for students and the public to learn about the diversity and abundance of California agriculture. The following Web sites offer information on regional locations and events that encourage Californians to experience the bountiful harvest firsthand.
Apple Hill Growers Association www.applehill.com
California Agri-Tourism Database calagtour.org
El Dorado County Farm Trails www.edc-farmtrails.org
El Dorado County Christmas Tree Growers www.edcochristmastrees.com
Harvest Time in Brentwood www.harvest4you.com
Lake County Farmers’ Finest www.lakecountyfarmersfinest.org
Mendocino County Promotional Alliance www.gomendo.com
Napa Yolano Harvest Trails www.napayolanoharvesttrails.org
Oak Glen Apple Growers Association www.oakglen.net
Sonoma County Farm Trails www.farmtrails.com
Tehachapi Growers Association www.tehachapiapples.com

Apple Hill Growers Association
Post Office Box 494
Camino, CA 95709
Phone: (530) 644-7692
Fax: (530) 644-7975
E-mail: info@applehill.com
Web site: www.applehill.com

Fog Willow Science Farm
Learn, create and enjoy science through fun, interactive and imaginative activities. The tour is 90 minutes and is comprised of a short, general assembly and hands-on activities.

Fog Willow Science Farm
11011 Cecatra Drive
Wilton, CA 95693
Phone: (916) 687-4547
E-mail: fogwillowfarms@frontiernet.net
Web site: www.fogwillow.com

Forestry Center
The Forest Foundation schedules school group tours of the "forest ecosystem" at Cal Expo in Sacramento. The tours include tree identification, forest management, forest products, and environmental education experiences. Guided tours are available two times per year by reservation.

The Forest Foundation
853 Lincoln Way, Suite 208
Auburn, CA 95603
Phone: (530) 823-3195
Fax: (530) 823-1850
E-mail: lp@calforestfoundation.org
Web site: www.calforestfoundation.org

Gamble Garden
Gamble Garden has a variety of programs for youth and the public. "Roots and Shoots" pairs third grade students with older adults. Together they learn about gardening by actually doing it. A curriculum guide is available for those wanting to initiate a similar program in their area.

Elizabeth Gamble Garden
1431 Waverly Street
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Phone: (650) 329-1356
Fax: (650) 329-1688
E-mail: admin@gamblegarden.org
Web site: www.gamblegarden.org

Garden Classroom Field Trips
Located in Santa Cruz, Life Lab Science Program offers a variety of field trip and camp opportunities for children that use the outdoor setting as the classroom. Topics include garden based science and farm systems education.

Life Lab Science Program
1156 High Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95064
Phone: (831) 459-2001
Fax: (831) 459-3483
E-mail: lifelab@lifelab.org
Web site: www.lifelab.org

Haag Farm
Go nuts with the Haag Family Farm each summer or fall. Learn about technology used in modern walnut orchards, including hedgerowing, chipping of prunings, chemigation, drip irrigation and biological controls. Walnut gleaning programs are also available. No charge for school children. One week's advanced notice required.

Haag Farm Walnuts
16200 County Road 87
Esparto, CA 95627
Phone: (530) 787-3603
Fax: (530) 787-3603
E-mail: haag@cal.net
Web site: www.walnuts.us

Heidrick Ag History Center
This 130,000 square-foot museum offers grade-appropriate docent-led tours covering agriculture history and commercial trucking from the late 1800s. Tours are combined with a corn maze in October. Two-week notice required.

Heidrick Ag History Center
1962 Hays Lane
Woodland, CA 95776
Phone: (530) 666-9700
Fax: (530) 666-9712
E-mail: aghistory@aghistory.org
Web site: aghistory.org

Hidden Villa Farm
For over 50 years Hidden Villa has been a natural oasis for people to discover their connections to the earth and each other. Given to the people of the San Francisco Bay Area by Josephine & Frank Duveneck and their children, this special 1,600 acres of farm and wilderness preserve in Los Altos Hills is the site for unique programs teaching environmental and multicultural awareness. For many visitors, particularly those from urban areas, Hidden Villa provides an opportunity to walk in the woods, come face to face with a large farm animal and see where milk and eggs come from. Hidden Villa offers school-year programs for elementary school aged children, a multi-cultural summer camp for kids second grade though high school and community programs for all ages.

Hidden Villa Farms
26870 Moody Road
Los Altos Hills, CA 94022
Phone: (650) 949-8643
Fax: (650) 948-4159
E-mail: info@hiddenvilla.org
Web site: www.hiddenvilla.org

Hilmar Cheese Company Visitor Center
Students see a multimedia presentation, experience hands-on interactive learning centers, and view the production plant. K-3 students may make, and eat, their own ice cream. Fourth grade and older students may schedule to make cheese using the scientific method. Student tours include a standards-based student booklet, "cheese making graduate" stickers, ice cream, and souvenirs. New programs include Weigh Feeds Kirby Mixer Wagon Activity, Hilmar Ingredients Challenge, and Cheesemaking Equipment Touch Box. Call to reserve a tour.

Hilmar Cheese Company Visitor Center
9001 North Lander Avenue
Hilmar, CA 95324
Phone: (209) 656-1196
Fax: (209) 656-1116
E-mail: dskidmore@hilmarcheese.com
Web site: www.hilmarcheese.com

Huntington Botanical Gardens
Henry Huntington began developing the Botanical Gardens in 1903. Now they span nearly 150 acres with sweeping lawns and vistas interspersed with statuary, tempiettos, and benches. Approximately 15,000 kinds of plants from all over the world make up the botanical collections, many landscaped into a series of theme gardens. Landscapes include the Japanese, desert, rose, camellia, palm, subtropical, jungle, lily ponds, herb, and Australian gardens. Specialized displays include the North Vista, the Zen and bonsai courts, the Children's Garden, the Conservatory for Botanical Sciences, and many more. Free school tours are available.

The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens
1151 Oxford Road
San Marino, CA 91108
Phone: (926) 405-2100
Web site: www.huntington.org

Hurst Ranch
Located conveniently in West Covina, experience what farm life was like in the 1900s. Field trips, exhibits and interactive activities such as butter churning and vegetable picking are available for groups of all ages.

Hurst Ranch
1227 South Orange Avenue
West Covina, CA 91790
Phone: (626) 813-0116
Fax: (626) 339-3182
E-mail: info@hurstranch.com
Web site: www.hurstranch.com

Luther Burbank Home & Gardens
Visit the home, greenhouse, and gardens where famed horticulturist Luther Burbank experimented with plants for most of his 50-year career. On site school and public programs are available. A third grade curriculum, developed by Luther Burbank Home & Gardens and Sonoma County Office of Education, is available for $10.

Luther Burbank Home & Gardens
Post Office Box 1678
Santa Rosa, CA 95402
Phone: (707) 524-5445
Fax: (707) 524-5827
E-mail: burbankhome@lutherburbank.org
Web site: www.lutherburbank.org

Michener's Tree Farm
Located in the northern portion of the state, this privately owned forest of approximately 200 acres is available for one-hour tours. Visitors see how a harvested crop of trees can be sustainably grown while being aesthetically pleasing, fire-safe, and a wildlife and native plant preserve. Visitors are encouraged to judge for themselves the value of intervention by humans in a forest. Both healthy and unhealthy forest landscapes will be observed. The cost is $1 per person. Picnicking, swimming, fishing, and overnight camping is available at no cost. The Micheners were voted California Tree Farmers of the Year for 2003 by the Forest Landowners of California.

Ron and Carol Michener
Star Route 1, Box 72
Zenia, CA 95595
E-mail: rmichener@starband.net

Micke Grove County Park
This park includes an agricultural history museum of San Joaquin County, a large park area, and a zoo.

Micke Grove County Park
11793 North Micke Grove Road
Lodi, CA 95240
Phone: (209) 331-7400
Fax: (209) 331-2012
Web site: www.mgzoo.com

National Steinbeck Center
In the tradition of John Steinbeck, the center draws its inspiration from the diverse people of the Salinas Valley. Through a variety of mediums, visitors can participate in education programs, explore the John Steinbeck Exhibit Hall, and The Valley of the World Agricultural Wing. School tours on agriculture are available. $2.50 per student ($35 minimum). Teachers and chaperones are admitted for free.

National Steinbeck Center
One Main Street
Salinas, CA 93901
Phone: (831) 796-3833
Fax: (831) 796-3828
Web site: www.steinbeck.org

Occidental Arts and Ecology Center
Occidental Arts and Ecology Center offers a variety of one-day and weekend courses for adults. From school garden teacher trainings to biodiversity and cooking courses, participants enjoy unique research, education, and action programs in a beautiful setting. A catalog is available via e-mail. Limited school tours are available.

Occidental Arts and Ecology Center
15290 Coleman Valley Road
Occidental, CA 95465
Phone: (707) 874-1557
Fax: (707) 874-1558
E-mail: oaec@oaec.org
Web site: www.oaec.org

Orange County Fair Centennial Farm
Four-acre working farm with a wide variety of crops and animals. Guided and self-guided tours are available for preschool through 6th grade students. Reservations can be made online at www.ocfair.com. Free admission and parking.

Centennial Farm
Orange County Fair and Exposition Center
88 Fair Drive
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Phone: (714) 708-1618
Web site: www.ocfair.com

Pumpkin Patch at Historic Cobb Ranch
Fun-filled field trips are available Monday through Friday October 1 through 31. Field trips include an educational presentation on how pumpkins grow and their historical uses, a wagon ride around Historic Cobb Ranch, a visit to our animal farm and a pumpkin the students pick from the vine. The field trip lasts approximately 1 1/2 hours. Picnic tables, concessions and country store are also available.

The Pizza Farm
27877 Avenue 8
Madera, CA 93637
Phone: (559) 439-0606
Fax: (559) 439-5355
E-mail: pizzafarmer@cobbranch.com
Web site: www.cobbranch.com

Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden
Located on 86 acres in Claremont, California, just south of the San Gabriel foothills, the Garden is home to 70,000 native California plants, representing 2,000 native species, hybrids and cultivars. Each season the Garden showcases the incredible wealth and diversity of our state's treasure of native plants. Guided school field trips are offered October through mid-June.

Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden
1500 North College Avenue
Claremont, CA 91711-3157
Phone: (909) 625-8767 ext. 224
Fax: (909) 626-7670
E-mail: rachel.kau-taylor@cgu.edu
Web site: www.rsabg.org

Researching Biotechnology Solutions for Agriculture
Tours and presentations are available for youth and adults who have an interest in how biotechnology impacts agriculture. The on-site programs are customized to meet the needs of the visitors' age groups and interests.

Monsanto Company, Calgene Campus
1910 Fifth Street
Davis, CA 95616
Phone: (530) 792-2326
E-mail: ericaasen@monsanto.com
Web site: www.monsanto.com

Rose Hills Foundation Conservatory for Botanical Science
The Rose Hills Foundation Conservatory for Botanical Science at the Huntington Botanical Gardens contains over fifty interactive exhibits designed to engage children and adults in a wonder-filled scientific exploration of plants. Living plants fill a 16,000 square foot greenhouse that comprises three different habitats and a gallery devoted to experiment stations. Geared for grades four through six, it is included with admission to Huntington Botanical Gardens. Free class field trips for grades 6, 7, and 8 are available as part of the Huntington's School Programs.

The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens
1151 Oxford Road
San Marino, CA 91108
Phone: (926) 405-2100
Web site: www.huntington.org

Squaw Valley Herb Gardens
Educational tours for all ages. Learn about herbs through history and botany as your senses come alive on this guided tour. Discover herbal culinary tips, household uses and medicinal lore through storytelling and demonstrations. Sample refreshments inspired by the acorn, corn, and wheat cultures of early California. Learn how to use herbs for beauty, health and flavor. Teacher and author Rosemary Nightingale guides groups through an unforgettable presentation. The Squaw Valley Herb Gardens offers teacher focused events and workshops year-round. Farm to Fork Culinary Tours are available year-round with day trips visiting two to four farms. Gift shop and organic nursery on site. Open by appointment.

Squaw Valley Herb Gardens
31765 East Kings Canyon Road
Squaw Valley, CA 93675
Phone: (559) 332-2909
E-mail: rosemary@squawvalleyherbgardens.com
Web site: www.squawvalleyherbgardens.com

The Center for Land-Based Learning
The Center for Land-Based Learning implements two programs: the FARMS Leadership Program (statewide) and the SLEWS Program (Northstate, Sacramento Valley, and San Joaquin). Both are hands-on experiential learning programs that take students out of the classroom and onto farms, ranches, wildlife areas, and post-secondary institutions to teach them about sustainable agriculture, conservation, and the environment. The headquarters in Winters is also an educational farm, which can host school classes for outdoor activities and field days. Call for details or check the Web site.

Center for Land-Based Learning
5265 Putah Creek Road
Winters, CA 95694
Phone: (530) 795-1520
E-mail: michael@landbasedlearning.org
Web site: www.landbasedlearning.org

The Farm
The Farm includes a demonstration market garden, a produce stand, a picnic and rest area, live animals, and an agricultural art exhibit. Custom farm tours provide an on-site, hands-on experience that shows the farming practices of the Salinas Valley.

The Farm
Hwy 68 at the Spreckels Blvd. Exit
Post Office Box 247
Salinas, CA 93902
Phone: (831) 455-2575
Fax: (831) 424-7812
Web site: www.thefarm-salinasvalley.com

The Flower Fields®
The Flower Fields in Carlsbad, California provides in-classroom presentations to schools with follow-up field trips to fields. In the classroom, children will view a slide show about growing Ranunculus flowers and will plant their own bulb. In the spring, children will receive a guided tour of the fields, learn about vermicomposting, create an art project, and take a tractor driven wagon ride.

CB Ranch Enterprises dba The Flower Fields
Attn: Joni Miringoff
5600 Avienda Encinas, Suite 100
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Phone: (760) 930-9123
Fax: (760) 431-9020
E-mail: info@theflowerfields.com
Web site: www.theflowerfields.com

The Gardens at Heather Farm
This non-profit, environmental education center is dedicated to promoting an understanding and appreciation of California horticulture and ecology. The six-acre site includes more than four acres of demonstration gardens for public use, education, and enjoyment. Programs are available for all ages.

The Gardens at Heather Farm
1540 Marchbanks Drive
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Phone: (925) 947-6712
Fax: (925) 947-1726
E-mail: education@gardenshf.org
Web site: www.gardenshf.org

The Pizza Farm
Visit a farm that actually grows pizza! This one-half acre living demonstration farm is shaped like a pizza. In each of the eight "slices," students see, touch, and then learn about the plants and animals used to make pizza. Guests learn about how farmers grow wheat for crust, tomatoes for sauce, dairy cows that produce milk to make cheese, and more. Guided tours, planting experience, farm animals, wagon ride, free lesson plans, and a shaded picnic area are part of the field trip.

The Pizza Farm
27877 Avenue 8
Madera, CA 93637
Phone: (559) 439-0606
Fax: (559) 439-5355
E-mail: pizzafarmer@cobbranch.com
Web site: www.cobbranch.com

The Pumpkin Farm
This 12-acre farm teaches about farm products such as Indian corn, gourds, pumpkins, and straw. Seasonal education programs are available through the harvest months. The site is open to the public.

The Pumpkin Farm
7736 Old Auburn Road
Citrus Heights, CA 95610
Phone: (916) 726-1137
Web site: pumpkinfarm.net

The Resendiz Family Fruit Barn
The Resendiz Family Barn schedules tours of their farm and family complex. School children learn, on a guided tour, about the importance of water to agriculture, plant their very own vegetable seedlings, and learn how many of the fresh fruits and vegetables they see in grocery stores are grown. Available in October of each year.

The Resendiz Family Fruit Barn
4342 Geer Road
Hughson, CA 95326
Phone: (209) 883-0100
Fax: (209) 883-0820

The UC Student Farm/Children's Garden
The Student Farm, located at the University of California, Davis, offers field trips for school children. The focus is on sustainable agriculture and encourages hands-on participation by all students. The School Garden Program, associated with The Student Farm, offers workshops to teachers, parents and volunteers working with a school garden to enhance elementary school garden projects and integrate them into the curriculum.

The Student Farm
University of California
One Shields Avenue
Davis, CA 95616
Phone: (530) 752-7655
Fax: (530) 854-7855
E-mail: jchillhouse@ucdavis.edu
Web site: www.studentfarm.ucdavis.edu

Turtle Bay Exploration Park
Turtle Bay Exploration Park provides a pleasing learning environment to see, hear, and touch the many aspects of agriculture within California's North State region. This museum and park complex has a summer butterfly house and live animals, is connected to miles of walking trails and the McConnell Arboretum & Gardens. This collection of indoor and outdoor learning attractions focuses on the Sacramento River watershed, its natural inhabitants, and human history. A variety of programs are available.

Turtle Bay Exploration Park
840 Auditorium Drive
Redding, CA 96001
E-mail: info@turtlebay.org
Web site: www.turtlebay.org

UC Davis Arboretum Outdoor Education Program
The 95-acre Davis Arboretum is a living museum with collections of exotic and native trees, shrubs and flowering plants, which are cultivated for scientific and educational purposes. Programs include guided weekend tours, environmental education programs, weekend family programs, field trips, and gardening workshops. Brochures describe self-guided tours, and interpretive signs and plant labels are available. A newsletter is published quarterly, and other publications are published periodically.

UC Davis Arboretum
University of California
1 Shields Avenue
Davis, CA 95616
Phone: (530) 752-4880
Fax: (530) 752-5796
E-mail: arboretum@ucdavis.edu
Web site: arboretum.ucdavis.edu

UC Hansen Trust Agricultural Center at the Faulkner Farm/UC Cooperative Extension
The UC Hansen Agricultural Center at the Faulkner Farm (HAC) and UC Cooperative Extension in Ventura County promote agricultural literacy through a variety of programs serving youth (through school-based and after school programs); extenders (such as teachers, volunteers, etc.); and community populations. Among the program offerings are 4-H Farm Field Trips, which provide a half-day, hands-on, and standards-aligned educational experience. UC HAC/UC Cooperative Extension also provide a Garden-Educator workshop series, a garden-based learning library, demonstration gardens for school and home gardeners, and a Master Gardener Teaching Garden. Beginning Spring 2007, the UC Hansen Agricultural Center will be open to the public one afternoon a week, and one Saturday morning a month. The historic landmark Faulkner Farm will be open for limited viewing by the public one Saturday morning a month. All of the programs are free or carry a nominal charge. Learn more about the programs at ceventura.ucdavis.edu.

UC HansenTrust
14292 West Telegraph Road
Santa Paula, CA 93060
Phone: (805) 525-9293
Web site: www.hansentrust.org

University of California Botanical Garden
The University of California Botanical Garden is located in Strawberry Canyon above the Berkeley campus overlooking the San Francisco Bay. The Garden's 34 acres contain over 13,000 species and varieties of plants from all over the world. Arranged by region of origin, the Garden has outstanding collections of cacti, rhododendrons, Chinese medicinal herbs, Western herbs and California natives. The sloping site offers excellent views of San Francisco Bay. Docents lead tours throughout the year for children and adult groups. The Garden offers tour groups a rich source of examples in form and function of plants, plant evolution and ecology, ethnobotany and economic plants. The Garden also offers opportunities to discuss conservation and restoration of endangered populations and habitats.

University of California Botanical Garden
200 Centennial Drive
Berkeley, CA 94720
Phone: (510) 643-2755
Fax: (510) 642-5045
E-mail: garden@uclink4.berkeley.edu
Web site: botanicalgarden.berkeley.edu

University of California Desert Research and Extension Center
This extension center provides numerous resources and programs for teachers and students. It conducts research and outreach activities that support the agricultural enterprise of the Imperial Valley and nurtures an awareness of natural and renewable resources. Programs include Farm Smart; the Good, the Bad and the Ugly; and Water Out West (WOW).

University of California Desert Research and Extension Center
Attn: Nancy Caywood Robertson
1004 East Holton Road
El Centro, CA 92243
Phone: (760) 356-3067
E-mail: nlwade@ucdavis.edu
Web site: desertrec.ucdavis.edu

Yolo Basin Foundation
The Yolo Basin Foundation works in partnership with the Department of Fish and Game to provide educational opportunities for the public and school groups. Learn about the importance of wetland ecosystems through the Demonstration Wetlands and hands-on activities, and take a guided tour of the Yolo Wildlife Area.

Yolo Basin Foundation
Post Office Box 943
Davis, CA 95617
Phone: (530) 758-1018
E-mail: cquirk@yolobasin.org
Web site: www.yolobasin.org