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FIELD TRIPS

FARM FIELD TRIPS

HANDS-ON EDUCATION


With an emphasis on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math) concepts, 4Roots Field Trips focus on regenerative agriculture, sustainable practices, and health and wellness.


Students embark on guided tours of the 4Roots Farm Campus and engage in experiential activities tailored to their age and grade level. Topics include food systems, soil health, plant science, permaculture, composting, hydroponics and aquaponics, farm-to-table nutrition, and more.


4Roots Field trips are customizable to meet the unique interests and needs of your group, and multiple visits can also be arranged to foster a deeper, step-by-step exploration of agricultural principles—ensuring each experience builds upon the last.

FIELD TRIP MENU

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ADVENTURES IN AGRICULTURE

Exploring the Principles of 4Roots

All Grades

ROOTS & SHOOTS

Exploring Plant Basics

K – 5th Grade

POLLINATION STATION

Exploring Pollinators & Their Habitats

2nd – 5th Grade

GET THE SCOOP

Exploring Soil Science

2nd Grade – Middle School

HYDROPONIC HEROES

An Exploration of Ag Innovations

3rd Grade – High School

FIELD TRIP MENU

MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL

ADVENTURES IN AGRICULTURE

Exploring the Principles of 4Roots

All Grades

GET THE SCOOP

Exploring Soil Science

2nd Grade – Middle School

HYDROPONIC HEROES

An Exploration of Ag Innovations

3rd Grade – High School

SPROUT TO SPOON

Exploring Nutrition at the Root

High School

THE EXPERIENCE

HANDS-ON EDUCATION

 

With an emphasis on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math) concepts, 4Roots Field Trips focus on regenerative agriculture, sustainable practices, and health and wellness. 

 

Students embark on guided tours of the 4Roots Farm Campus, where they engage in experiential lessons that align with age-appropriate Florida State Standards. Topics include food systems, soil health, plant and animal science, permaculture, composting, hydroponics and aquaponics, renewable energy, farm-to-table nutrition, and more.

 

4Roots Field trips are customizable to meet the unique interests and needs of your group, and multiple visits can also be arranged to foster a deeper, step-by-step exploration of agricultural principles—ensuring each experience builds upon the last.

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Through interactive experiences at the 4Roots Farm Campus, students engage in STEAM-based activities (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) aligned with Florida State Standards, exploring topics such as food systems, regenerative agriculture, and farm-to-table nutrition. 

Hands-On Agricultural Education with 4Roots Field Trips

4Roots Field Trips offer students immersive, hands-on educational experiences that foster a deeper connection to agriculture, sustainability, and the local food system. 4Roots Farm Campus brings learning to life through an interactive platform that merges classroom knowledge with hands-on applications.

With an emphasis on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math) concepts, 4Roots Field Trips focus on regenerative agriculture, sustainable practices, and health and wellness. Students embark on guided tours of the 4Roots Farm Campus, where they engage in experiential lessons that align with age-appropriate Florida State Standards. Topics include food systems, soil health, plant and animal science, permaculture, composting, hydroponics and aquaponics, renewable energy, farm-to-table nutrition, and more.

4Roots Field trips are customizable to meet the unique interests and needs of your group. Whether you’re seeking an exciting, educational field trip that complements classroom learning or a project-based experience, the 4Roots Farm Campus offers a dynamic environment where students can apply classroom concepts in a unique setting. Multiple visits can also be arranged to foster a deeper, step-by-step exploration of agricultural principles, ensuring each experience builds upon the last.

Give your students, youth groups, or scouts the opportunity to connect with nature in a way that will inspire and educate!

Download the Field Trip Menu here: 4Roots Field Trip Menu

 

FIELD TRIP DETAILS

AVAILABILITY & PRICING

 

Scheduling a Field Trip

 

  • Field trips are offered Monday-Friday; August-May from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
 
  • Field trips run for approximately 2 hours unless an extended day is selected at the time of booking.
 
  • Maximum capacity for field trips is 40 students, with the exception of Sprout to Spoon, which is maximum 25. For groups larger than 40, please select multiple days

Pricing

  • Field trip fees are $12 per student/youth participant for a 2-hour visit.
  • One free adult chaperone per ten participants; additional chaperone fees are $8 per chaperone.
  • iA flat rate of $120 will be charged for groups under 10 students.
  • An extended day of up to 4 hours is available for an additional $3 per hour per participant.
 
Please note: A $50 deposit will be required to reserve your spot upon confirmation of your request. This deposit will be applied to your total field trip balance and is non-refundable for cancellations within two weeks of a scheduled visit. Final payment is due upon arrival at the 4Roots Farm Campus. Payments can be made by credit card or check made payable to 4Roots.

Scheduling a Field Trip

  • We are currently booking field trips Monday-Saturday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
  • Field trips run for approximately 2 hours unless an extended day is selected at the time of booking.
  • The maximum group size we can accommodate at this time is 30 students. Groups may be split into smaller cohorts for certain activities. Please contact us regarding activities for groups larger than 30.
  • Please note you will be required to complete and submit a liability waiver for your group prior to arrival.

Pricing:

  • Field trip fees are $12 per student/youth participant for a 2-hour visit.
  • One free adult chaperone per ten participants; additional chaperone fees are $8 per chaperone.
  • iA flat rate of $120 will be charged for groups under 10 students.
  • An extended day of up to 4 hours is available for an additional $3 per hour per participant.

Please note: A $50 deposit will be required to reserve your spot upon confirmation of your request. This deposit will be applied to your total field trip balance and is non-refundable for cancellations within two weeks of a scheduled visit. Final payment is due upon arrival at the 4Roots Farm Campus. Payments can be made by credit card or check made payable to 4Roots.

LEARN MORE

FIELD TRIP FAQ

Please complete our Field Trip Request Form. Our team will be in contact shortly after receiving your request to confirm that your date/time is available.

We’ll also provide instructions on how to pay your deposit, a liability waiver, and additional information on preparing for your visit. Upon receiving your $50 deposit, we will send you a confirmation email with an invoice that reflects your remaining balance, which is due one week prior to your scheduled field trip.

Field trips are offered Monday-Friday; August-May, from 9am-4pm.
  • Field trip fees are $12 per student/youth participant for a 2-hour visit.
  • One free adult chaperone per ten participants; additional chaperone fees are $8 per chaperone.
  • A flat rate of $120 will be charged for groups under 10 students.
  • Final payment is due one week before scheduled field trip.

Please note: A $50 deposit will be required to reserve your spot upon confirmation of your request. This deposit will be applied to your total field trip balance and is non-refundable for cancellations within two weeks of a scheduled visit. Final payment is due one week prior to your scheduled field trip. Payments can be made by credit card or check made payable to 4Roots.

Field trips have a maximum capacity of 40 students, with the exception of our Sprout to Spoon option, which has a maximum capacity of 25 students.
 
For groups larger than 40, we recommend scheduling multiple field trip days.

Nope! While we focus our education around themes of regenerative agriculture, sustainability, health and wellness, and culinary arts, field trip content and activities are modified within these themes to suit the age and experience level of the groups we teach. Our lesson plans are built around Florida State Standards to help teachers fulfill their academic goals while providing a fun and engaging out-of-class experience for students.

Yes! We welcome homeschool co-ops to participate in our field trip experiences.

We’re also currently developing programming for individual homeschooled students, stay tuned for updates!

In partnership with Nemours Children's Health, we currently offer Pre-K Days at the farm every second Tuesday of the month from 10am-11:30am.

These sessions are open to the public to register and attend! You can learn more about Pre-K Days here.

Of course! If you want to enjoy a picnic lunch on the farm, we offer a 30-minute lunch add-on. Feel free to bring your lunch along with you, but please note that refrigerator space is not available at the farm.

If the forecast is calling for a significant amount of rain or a high chance of thunderstorms for your scheduled date, the trip will be rescheduled. We will be in close contact with you in the days leading up to your visit if these conditions are present.

1101 N. John Young Parkway, Orlando, FL 32804

Students, teachers, and chaperones should plan to wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothes to be outside. Please wear closed-toe shoes. Don’t forget to bring sun protection, hats, a refillable water bottle, snacks/lunch, and any medication you may need if anyone has allergies to bees, plants, animals, etc.

Please complete and submit our liability waiver for your group prior to arrival.

We understand plans change and you may need to cancel your field trip. We allow rescheduling of all field trips, subject to availability, at no additional cost.

Cancellation 15+ Days Before Field Trip
You will receive a full refund of your deposit and any additional payments. 

Cancellation 8-14 Days Before Field Trip
Deposit is nonrefundable. Any additional balance paid may be refunded.

Cancellation 7 Days or Fewer Before Field Trip
All payments are nonrefundable.

BOOK YOUR FIELD TRIP

ADVENTURES IN AGRICULTURE

Exploring the Principles of 4Roots

Suggested Grades: All

Program Objectives:

  • Explore Florida grown agriculture commodities
  • Identify and describe the stages of the food chain cycle—from production to
    consumption—and analyze how each stage contributes to food waste
  • Explore the stages of a plant’s life cycle, from seed to mature plant
  • Tour and explore the 4Roots Farm Campus

roots & shoots

Exploring Plant Basics

Suggested Grades: K – 5th

Program Objectives:

  • Identify the essential requirements for plant growth (sunlight, water, air, soil, space and nutrients)
  • Use senses to experience and describe plants (touch textures, smell fragrances, see
    shapes/colors, and hear environmental sounds)
  • Learn the step-by-step process of planting seeds, including soil preparation, seed
    placement, watering, and monitoring.
  • Explore the 4Roots Farm Campus to learn about edible plants and how they are grown

pollination station

Exploring Pollinators and Their Habitats

Suggested Grades: 2nd – 5th

Program Objectives:

  • Explain the importance of pollination in ecosystems and its role in food production
  • Identify the key parts of a flower and their roles in pollination
  • Understand the co-evolution of plants and their specific pollinators
  • Observe and identify different pollinators in action and the plants they visit

GET THE SCOOP

Exploring Soil Science

Suggested Grades: 2nd – Middle

Program Objectives:

  • Identify primary components of soil
  • Observe and classify different soil types (sand, silt, clay, loam) based on texture and
    particle size
  • Identify and describe the major soil horizons in a soil profile
  • Examine the advantages and challenges of using hydroponics as a sustainable
    alternative to traditional soil-based agriculture
  • Identify common organisms found in, on, and above the soil and their roles in
    maintaining soil health

Hydroponic Heroes

An Exploration of Ag Innovations

Suggested Grades: 3rd Grade – High School

Program Objectives:

  • Explore how plants can grow without soil through hydroponic system models and equipment
  • Compare different innovative farming methods and discuss how they can help solve food challenges
  • Model aquaponic ecosystems to explore how fish, plants, and bacteria work together
  • Take on the role of an aquaponic farmer by managing the relationship between fish and plants
  • Connect learning from each activity to real-world farming innovations that support a sustainable future

SPROUT TO SPOON

Exploring Nutrition at the Root

Suggested Grades: High School (25 Students Max)

Program Objectives:

  • Identify soil composition and the role of macro and micro nutrients
  • Explore sustainable growing methods like hydroponics and aquaponics
  • Take on the role of a plant pathologist by identifying plant nutrient deficiencies
  • Explore balanced diets and the fundamentals of healthy living
  • Prepare a nutritionally balanced dish using fresh, seasonal ingredients