The program consists of the following activities:
Eco Tour
- Participate in a guided farm tour, exploring the farms environmentally friendly features!
- Learn about the ways in which Myuna Farm works to mitigate its environmental impact and reduce its carbon footprint.
- Discuss what actions could be taken at home or school to improve sustainability outcomes!
Wetlands Biodiversity
- Catch the train down to the wetlands and assess the health of the ecosystem by participating in a hands-on netting activity searching for macroinvertebrates.
- Examine human impacts on the wetlands and discuss wetlands conservation and the importance of maintaining habitat for biodiversity
Green Groceries
- Learn about how our food choices can have a range of environmental and ethical impacts.
- Explore the simple changes that can be made at home to reduce ones personal environmental impact.
Soil Health
- Discover the importance behind soil structure and the impacts it can have on food production and environmental sustainability including climate change.
- Conduct a hands-on analysis of soil types.
- Find out about composting at home, the environmental benefits and how the composting cycle works to return nutrients back into the land!
Duration
The program runs 10.00 am – 2.00 pm and can be scheduled to accommodate your group’s needs.
Costs
- Each student: $16.50
- Adults are free at a ratio of 1 to 5. Additional adults: $11.80 each
Minimum payment for 18 students applies, even if fewer than 18 attend.
Prices include GST.
Maximum group size
For the Years 7 – 12 program, we can accommodate a maximum of 2 groups per day with up to 26 students per group.
Bookings
Booking enquiries can be made via the online booking form. Or if you have questions, please contact us by emailing myunafarm@casey.vic.gov.au or calling 9709 9944.