Emandal Environmental Ed & Farm Camp

EE Program/Resource Details

Provided by:   Emandal Environmental Education Camp    

Description:  Our program combines the study of nature with the experience of life on a farm. Our curriculum includes daily nature explorations focusing on the watershed ecosytem and forest environment. Farm life is demonstrated through hands-on chores such as cow milking, egg gathering, gardening, and bread making,as well as special projects like shearing sheep.

As a place to learn about the environment, Emandal is unique because it is a working farm -a living model where people on a daily and year-round basis live in and interact with nature and the elements in a positive way.

The farm is comprised of 1,000 acres and is bordered by the Eel River and the Mendocion National Forest. It has been operating since 1908, and is known for its handcrafted redwood cabins, picturesque barn, two acre organic garden and delicious, .made from scratch. family style meals.

Web Address:  http://www.emandal.com

Program/Resource Type:  Animals, Residential Outdoor School

Audience Served:  K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

Cost:  Please call or email for current rates.

EE Focus:  Agriculture/Farming, Ecosystems-General, Ecosystems-Forest, Ecosystems-Watershed, Gardening/Composting, Nature Awareness, Plants & Animals, Recycling/Waste Mgmt., Water

Academic Focus:  Interdisciplinary

Counties Served:  San Francisco, Alameda, San Mateo, Marin, Sonoma, Mendocino, Contra Costa, Humboldt, Merced, Monterey, Napa, Sacramento, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz

Dates Available:  Spring (April & May)

Days and Hours:  Monday through Friday (shorter stays available for younger students)

Group Size:  Up to 45 students

Student:Instructor Ratio:  10:1

Amenities:  1,000 acre organic farm and guest ranch operating since 1908. Accommodations in cabins (heated, electricity, running water). Separate bathrooms and shower houses.