Farm Kids Mini Farmers – Companion Planting

Farm Kids Mini Farmers – Companion Planting Workshop
@ The Farm Byron Bay

We look deeper into companion planting and which plants are friends and why at our Farm Kids workshop. We identify which herbs and flowers deter nasty insects and which plants bring in the good guys – beneficial bugs. We learn about planting within the right season, and even with the moon phase. Which are natives and introduced plant species? Can they complement each other? Weed species – some are okay in our gardens but they can take over if not correctly managed. 

Make a pocket flower press, a portable mini flower press. Go on an adventure to collect and press flowers and leaves from the gardens. Fabric printing. Forage for extra flowers and botanicals. Using a hammer or mallet, we transfer the moisture and colour into fabric to create vibrant prints. If time allows, create bunting with our fabric pieces.

The kids become mini farmers and after a detailed tour get set to work doing farm chores. We collect eggs, restock our pet chickens bedding, ensure they have fresh water and clean out the coup. We work on our dedicated Farm Kids garden plot and tend to our onsite worm Subpod. If the opportunity arises, we assist the farmers with their chores. They forage, cook, make natural products, create and see where their food comes from as well as experience countless opportunities to learn about teamwork, community, and ethical farming practices.

Thursday 4 March 2021
Ages: 5 – 15 years
Time: 9.00am – 3.00pm
Cost: $130

Click here for more details and to book.

Individual Companion Planting Session: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/farm-kids-companion-planting-tickets-140737677181
Pack of 5 Sessions (save 25%): https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/mini-farmers-term-1-2021-pack-of-5-sessions-save-25-tickets-137054243933

What to Bring

• Children must wear covered shoes, sleeves and a hat at all times.
• Please pack a healthy lunchbox for your child daily.
• Please ensure you also bring a water bottle and a raincoat.
• All items need to be labelled.

Where to Meet

We will meet at the Farm House opposite the restaurant. Please look out for the signs to guide you.
(If coming from QLD, please be aware of time difference during day light savings!)

Extra Service

If you are a working parent please discuss with the Farm Kids Manager if you need your child to start early or finish later than the designated program time so as to get to and from work. For an extra fee this can be arranged.

Please don’t forget that if you cannot make it to our planned workshops we can tailor a workshop especially for your group. Email farmkids@thefarm.com.au for more detail.