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The educators are eager to help you find answers and understanding related to health and human sciences, agriculture, horticulture, 4-H youth development, community development, and much more. The best way to contact us is by phone, email, or just stop in during business hours.
Our office also offers many services and educational opportunities throughout the year. Some of our services have a fee.
Examples of our FREE services:
- Dawn to dusk access to the Display Gardens of Allen County
- Master Gardener Hotline for horticulture questions
- Electronic publications
Those with fees are as follows (cash or check only):
- Drop-off diagnostic service: $5.00
- Basic soil sample analysis: $20.00
- 4-H Membership (Grades 3-12): $15.00
- 4-H Membership (Grades K-2): FREE
- Printed publications/copies: $0.25/page
- Workshops: varies, contact for information
4-H helps kids find their spark, build real world skills and become resilient, adaptable, lifelong learners.
For our youth the road ahead may be challenging, yet 4-H’ers are succeeding. Data shows that compared to their peers they’re:
- 2x more likely to have the goal of being a leader
- 3x more likely to participate in community service
- 2x more likely to report living life with intentionality and purpose
*Tufts University longitudinal study of Positive Youth Development, 2021
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Agriculture in the Classroom is a grassroots agricultural outreach program for school children in grades Pre-K through 12, facilitated by Indiana Farm Bureau and coordinated nationwide by the United States Department of Agriculture. This program helps kids understand where the food they eat is grown and how important farmers are to their daily lives.
Each year, registered volunteers all across Indiana visit classrooms to teach nearly 60,000 students about agriculture through in-class lessons, hands-on activities, educational events, on-farm experiences and field trips.
The Indiana Agriculture in the Classroom program offers standards-based lessons and materials, many free of charge, to schools, community groups, and other non-profit organizations that wish to integrate agriculture into their curriculum.
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The National FFA Organization (FFA) is a leader in agricultural education and advocacy. FFA is dedicated to cultivating the next generation of leaders in agriculture, sustainability, and environmental stewardship. Through innovative programs, hands-on learning experiences, and a vast array of educational resources, FFA empowers students to develop practical skills, engage in community service, and pursue meaningful careers that shape the future of food production and environmental conservation.
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Project Learning Tree (PLT) is a leader in environmental education and sustainability. PLT equips educators, parents, and community leaders with a diverse suite of resources to inspire learners of all ages to explore, understand, and take action for the environment. Their award-winning materials align with academic standards and are designed to foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and informed decision-making.
The PLT Resources for Lessons section offers a comprehensive library of tools tailored to bring environmental and sustainability concepts to life in classrooms, outdoor settings, and beyond. With activities for grades PreK-12, PLT covers topics like ecosystems, biodiversity, climate change, forestry, and urban sustainability. Each lesson is designed to be engaging, hands-on, and adaptable to various educational settings, making it easy for educators to connect students with nature and sustainability in meaningful ways.
By integrating PLT’s resources, we help empower students to develop a deeper understanding of their role in shaping a sustainable future. Explore their extensive library of environmental education materials at PLT.org and discover how their innovative approach to teaching can inspire a love for nature and responsible citizenship. Click the logo on the right to visit our website!
