BC Field Trips

21st Century Farming

Offered by

Last updated on

Wednesday, January 15th, 2025

Experience type:

In-Person

Program Description

Climate change and biodiversity loss are major threats to our food system, and unjust labour practices in the food sector contribute to poverty and oppression in our communities, but there is a way forward! See how regenerative agriculture and projects like Fresh Roots can improve food system by supporting both the ecosystem we are part of and the people who grow our food, and help build a truly sustainable food system!

When you book this program, please let us know in the Notes if you would prefer an ecosystems or human/food systems focus!

Big Ideas

Complex tasks require different technologies and tools at different stages.

Social, ethical, and sustainability considerations impact design.

Trip Details

City:

Vancouver

For Grades:

10, 11, 12

Months Available:

April, May, June, September, October

Days Offered:

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Times Offered:

9:30 am, 1:30 pm

Duration:

See notes. minutes unless otherwise stated.

Maximum Students:

Offered In French:

Also Offered For:

ESL, Guides, Homeschool, Scouts

Packages Provided:

Pre-Visit Information Package

Fee Details

Fee Notes:

15 or fewer students: $150

16-22 students: $220

23-30 students: $300

VSB Discount! All VSB classes will receive a 20% discount on their field trips, farm bookings, and multi-visit programs.

We strive to make our programs accessible to all groups. If cost is a barrier, please send an email to education@freshroots.ca.

Additional Notes

Situated at Vancouver Technical and David Thompson secondary schools, our schoolyard farms are a short walk from many secondary schools and community centers. All field trips include a farm work experience, as well as a chance to harvest and taste veggies, when seasonally available. Email us for different field trips times and durations. We require 1 teacher/chaperone for every 10 grade 4-12 students.

Learn more and book your trip at fhttps://freshroots.ca/learn-on-the-farm/.