Field Trips

Growing Forward

Growing Forward is a two-hour, field trip-based K-2 agriculture education program during which students move through stations on the farm learning about food production, soil science, composting, vermicomposting, nutrition, and whole grains. Kids will spend time on the farm doing "farm chores" (planting, harvesting, watering, etc.), participate in a vegetable "scavenger hunt" (veggie ID) on the farm, learn about the wonderful world of worms, feed the chickens, learn about the importance of eating whole grains, enjoy some independent nature play, and enjoy one or more healthy farm-fresh snacks.

If you'd like to be considered for the 2026–2027 school year please fill out this form.

Email ces-tvffieldtrips@arizona.edu for more information.

Dig In

Dig In! This two-hour farm-to-table immersion is designed for grades 3-12 and is located at our new “Big” Farm and 4-H Healthy Living Center at 2201 E. Roger Rd. This remarkable space is home to our 1+ acre vegetable production area, a ropes course, an art space, a composting facility, indoor and outdoor classrooms, and our brand new commercially certified teaching kitchen.

In this hands-on program, students will literally get their hands dirty while learning about the production of vegetables using responsible growing practices. They will also prepare a healthy snack on our 1600 sq ft covered patio and engage in outdoor team-building exercises and leadership development activities.

Please fill out this form if you'd like to be considered for the 2026–2027 school year.

Email ces-tvffieldtrips@arizona.edu for more information.

Roots and Hooves

Roots and Hooves! This two-hour farm immersion is designed for Kindergarten through 12th Grade and is located at our “Big” Farm and 4-H Healthy Living Center at 2201 E. Roger Rd. This unique learning environment is home to our vegetable production areas, goats, chickens, ropes course, art space, composting facility, indoor and outdoor classrooms, and commercially certified teaching kitchen.

In this hands-on program, students will experience the world of animal husbandry and food production through direct interaction with our farm animals. Participants will have the opportunity to build empathy for living things, learn the care, respect, and responsibility involved in animal caretaking, and practice gentle interactions with goats and chickens.

Students will rotate through four engaging stations where they will develop listening, teamwork, and community-building skills in an outdoor environment. As they explore the farm, they will discover where everyday foods and products come from and gain a deeper understanding of the important role farmers play within an integrated agricultural system.

Designed to foster connection, curiosity, and respect for farm life, Roots & Hooves offers a fun and memorable experience that helps students build meaningful relationships with animals, food, and one another.

Ages: Kindergarten-12th Grade
Capacity: 60 students maximum (40 students ideal)

If you'd like to be considered for the 2026–2027 school year please fill out this form.

Email ces-tvffieldtrips@arizona.edu for more information.

Team-Building on the 4-H Ropes Couse

Team-Building on the 4-H Ropes Course: This program is appropriate for 5th grade and up and combines high and low ropes to foster critical life skills such as leadership, communication, and teamwork. Utilizing climbing elements, numerous team-building initiatives on the ground, and a highly experienced staff, groups come to the 4-H Ropes Course to grow together as a team, develop trust in themselves and each other, and practice mental resilience in the face of challenges. If you’re unable to come to us, we can bring our portable challenge to you!

$450 for up to 30 people, including up to 3 hours of programming. Additional participants and extended program duration can be accommodated for an extra fee. Please inquire for more details.

Email rmendezberger@arizona.edu for more information.

Take Your Class / Group Caving!

The 4-H Ropes Course is an educational challenge course funded to support positive youth development. While our primary focus is serving youth, we also work with adult groups. The youngest participants we can accommodate are 5th graders.

You do not need to be a 4-H member to participate—we are a community resource that uses the 4-H positive youth development model.

While fun is always part of the experience, our programs emphasize learning and personal/group growth. We focus on building life skills such as leadership, communication, trust, and teamwork. Please keep this in mind when booking, so we can help you meet both your fun and learning goals.

To book a group, email Rebeca at rmendezberger@arizona.edu