Agricultural Education Day

October 9, 2015

Symmes Township Park

N. Lebanon Road

Symmes Township, OH

Agricultural Education Day, Ag Ed Day as we call it, is one-of-a kind learning experience for children. The goal of Ag Ed Day is to bring the farm to the city. Ag Ed Day introduces children to real farmers and experts through fascinating presentations and hands-on experiences. Ten interactive exhibits are created focusing on grain and vegetable production, animals, wool and fiber, honey and syrup, soil science, recycling, and so much more. And, their favorite part of the day, each child has the opportunity to make and eat their very own apple pie.

Sponsored by the Hamilton County Farm Bureau

Schools

The Cincinnati Horticultural Society and our sponsors underwrite the cost of bringing area 3^rd and 4^th grade students to Ag Ed Day. This program meets State of Ohio Academic Content Standards for 3^rd and 4^th grade Environmental and Life Science Focus. Post-Agricultural Education Day activities, vocabulary and other resources will be available for the classes that participate.

Two different start times are available (content is the same)

First session begins promptly at 8:50 a.m. and ends at 11am.
Second session begins promptly at 11:20 a.m. and ends at 1:30 p.m.

The program is free but there is a $25 (per school) refundable deposit required at registration. Deadline for registration is Friday, September 11. Contact Julie Singer at juliesinger73@gmail.com for more details or to register.

Symmes Fall Fest

Ag Ed Day has become an integral part of the Symmes Township event, Symmes Fall Fest. Families with children of all ages are invited to participate in Apple Pie School from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Agricultural Education Day Committee

Cincinnati Horticultural Society

Hamilton County Farm Bureau

Hamilton County Soil & Water Conservation District

Hamilton County Environmental Services – Solid Waste Management District

Urban Harvest