Center for Land-Based Learning

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Causes: Agricultural Programs, Children & Youth, Environment, Food, Natural Resources Conservation & Protection, Youth Development - Agricultural

Mission: To engage youth in learning experiences on the land that foster respect for the critical interplay of agriculture, nature and society.

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Beverly Board Member

Rating: 5

01/27/2009

CLBL programs work magic on high school teens! The power of nature to "clear your head" is like tonic to the students who take part. The students are working outside in participatory learning that is emphasis the experience of environmental systems. As a member of the Board of directors, I've observed our students lose their attitude or shyness as they get involved in something bigger than themselves. Many have never enjoyed time in nature, and our classes offer extended, repeat visits that give them the chance to take direct action that positively affects the environment, whether restoring a creekside or testing soil on a farm to learn what would flourish at that location. Our programs are especially welcome by teens who find the classroom a sub-optimal learning environment. CLBL programs transform the way teens understand the natural world and how we raise our food.

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