Get Out & Dig In
It may be hard to believe but soon we will be starting seeds in the greenhouse and preparing for spring. As we continue to persevere through the winter season, we are rejoicing in the simple things: sunny days, signs of wildlife in the snow, and the opportunities to connect, share, and dream for the future.
We have big plans this year. In addition to offering a wide variety of outdoor educational programs, growing the Horn Farm CSA and launching our new Land Steward Training Program, we have lots of work to do!
Starting in March, we will embark on a year-long project, installing a 6 acre multifunctional riparian buffer on the eastern side of the farm. The project is part of “Regenerative Farmscape East” a 20 acre riparian restoration project funded by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources PennVest program.
In addition to diversifying the crops grown on the farm and improving the ecological health of the landscape, this project will positively affect the health of our waterways downstream, namely, Kreutz Creek, the Susquehanna River, and eventually the Chesapeake Bay. Our goal is to plant nearly 17,000 trees on the Horn Farm by 2022.
We know this is a tall order; we can’t do it without your help. We also need many hands to accomplish all the things we know and love about the Horn Farm: growing nutritious food, inviting and inspiring visitors, running the CSA, maintaining our facilities, and more!
Volunteers are central to the Horn Farm Center’s mission and serve as stewards of the land and the organization. Whether getting their hands dirty on farm or completing behind-the-scenes projects, our volunteers are vital in enhancing our ability to grow healthy food, restore our ecosystems and teach others to do the same.
We are so thankful for our volunteers. If you think you might be interested in sharing some of your time and talents with us as well, please join us! We invite to become a part of our team.
Click here to learn more & to become a volunteer!
Horn Farm Center Health and Safety Policy
Due to COVID-19 the Horn Farm Center is offering on-site educational programming with some modifications in order to ensure the health and safety of our visitors, volunteers and staff. All classes will be held outside and are limited to 15 participants per class. If more than one class occurs on the same day, start times will be staggered to reduce the number of individuals arriving at the same time. Multiple hand sanitizer stations are available. We will adjust as needed as time passes and things change.
Participant expectations are as follows:
- Participants are required to bring a mask and wear it when proper physical distancing cannot be maintained. We have a limited supply on hand if you forget yours.
- Physical distancing of 6 feet must be maintained except in case of family members.
- Do not attend if sick or recovering.
Until further notice, no indoor classes are available at this time. We are offering virtual classroom experiences via zoom.