2019 School-Aged Field Tour (September 18, 2019, at Beaverlodge, Alberta)
BY INVITATION ONLY
Four Grade Six classes from the region were invited to participate in a one-day, outdoor field tour event at the Beaverlodge Research Farm. This special event featured researchers and technical support staff who shared field crop information using field plots plus hands-on demonstrations aimed to increase awareness of the importance of agriculture in the Peace River region.
Our theme was "Seeding to Harvest" - We discussed crops grown in the region, what it takes to be a farmer and grow field crops, what farmers contend with and protect but also what they produce. We talked about some of the foods we eat and we touched upon the importance of the Peace River region to national and international markets.
This event was supported by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada and made possible through the support of the Alberta Canola Producers Commission, Alberta Pulse Growers, Alberta Wheat Commission, and Alberta Barley Commission. We appreciate Elite Steam and Vac's support.
We were pleased to welcome Ecole St. Gerard, Bezanson School, St. Mary's Elementary, and Beaverlodge Elementary to the Beaverlodge Research Farm. Access a downloadable PDF pictoral summary of the event!
Teachers please note:
● Bus fees associated with this event will be covered by our commodity supporters. Use "Event Reference: Beaverlodge School-Aged Field Tour" and invoicing should be directed to "Attn: Rick Taillieu, Alberta Canola Producers Commission, 14560-116 Avenue NW, Edmonton AB, T5M 3E9". Invoices can be e-mailed to rick@albertacanola.com.
● Site map and outline of talking points (~3hrs touring time + 30-40 minutes lunch break): Access the shared Google map here. Alternatively, access a PDF file of the map.
● Anticipated bus arrival times (please advise if different):
9:15 AM - Beaverlodge Elementary ( L. Burgess - Grade 6)
9:30 AM - Bezanson School (H. Galbraith - Grade 6)
9:30 AM - Ecole St. Gerard (C. MacDougall - Grade 6)
10:00 AM - St. Mary Elementary (D. Kuz - Grade 6)
Bring your own lunch, bring your own drink.
Backpacks and lunches will be stored upon arrival indoors so students can access during noon.
● Estimated bus departure times (please advise if different):
1:30 PM - Beaverlodge Elementary ( L. Burgess - Grade 6)
1:45 PM - Bezanson School (H. Galbraith - Grade 6)
2:00 PM - Ecole St. Gerard (C. MacDougall - Grade 6)
2:15 PM - St. Mary Elementary (D. Kuz - Grade 6)
● Rest stops: Porta-potties and hand wash stations will be available for student use.
● Behaviour: Teachers please advise students that they are guests who are expected to behave appropriately. Each individual needs to respect their teacher, their group members, their presenters, and our Staff. Listen to presenters, ask questions, touch only what is permitted, stay with your teacher at all times. Our staff will be on hand to help with the tour and to step in to avoid potential safety issues but they are not responsible for the supervision of your students.
We hope teachers will provide input at the various stations in order to help students gain age-appropriate or curriculum-related perspectives during their visit.
● Pictures: Photos are permitted and our staff will be taking candid shots which will be available to the teacher at a later date.
● Chaperones: Please restrict adult guests to teacher and in-class aides, unless otherwise discussed with J. Otani.
Please contact Jennifer.Otani@canada.ca or 780-402-4580 for more information OR if arrival and departure times are different than above.
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