Here at the Philip Foster Farm, we are busy from April through October, hosting children from schools, camps, day cares, and families who want to learn more about Oregon’s pioneers. But there’s another layer of learning happening, as many of our volunteers are also young people, learning about the past, and discovering their own skillsets […]
On the horizon for 2014: 1) Travel Oregon has designated us as a “Bike Friendly” attraction. 2) We are hiring a Gardener and Farm Manager for continuous improvement of the guest experience. (email [email protected] to apply) 3) Trails Across Time, our free public charter school for grades 6-12, continues to serve students who want to […]
Pioneers didn’t celebrate Halloween, or have much time for ghosts, but they did have a pretty close relationship with death and dying. On your family-friendly guided tour of the Farm, you’ll meet Oregon’s first axe murderess, children of all ages, and Eagle Creek’s earliest pioneers, telling their own stories. Event runs from 6:00-8:00 p.m. ONLY […]
What’s new around the Philip Foster Farm? The flower gardens are looking gorgeous, thanks to the weeding efforts of volunteer Stephanie Cibula, the planting efforts of (blacksmith) Sam Morse, and the tireless work of the Northwest Rose Historians, including JZH board member Gerri Morse. Please visit their website to see what they are planning for […]
Sixty to eighty kids a day will be exploring the farm this spring, from April 3rd to June 14th. Come join us to learn (or teach) about pioneer life on the Oregon Trail!
A seasonal calendar is a beautiful thing! Not only are there exciting seasons of activity, but there are these equally exciting times of working behind the scenes to plan and prepare. Writing grants, collaborating with local, regional, and national organizations, planning advertising campaigns, and sharing our ideas for 2013 with board members, staff, volunteers, community […]
Trails Across Time is a unique charter school for grades 6-12, that meets two days each week to learn and lead, with work online at home the rest of the week. Students help to maintain and give tours of the Farm, learn about US and Oregon History, and develop leadership skills. Unit studies coordinate social […]
October 5th, 2012 is Homeschool Day at the Philip Foster Farm. Bring your picnic lunch and enjoy Oregon History for the thoughtful (and energetic) child. Hands-on activities with real pioneer equipment bring your Oregon History to life. Climb on the wagon, taste the cider, grind the corn, and saw the firewood! First Friday of October, […]
Pioneer life wasn’t all sunshine and snickerdoodles. Our exploration of death and dying in early Oregon is built for the thoughtful child, and based on true stories of pioneer life on the Oregon Trail and Eagle Creek’s pioneer days. Bring the whole family for an event to remember. Meet the Peach Girls, Charity Lamb, and […]
My favorite thing about life on any farm is the change of the seasons, magnified here by the human activity that follows it. Nature puts on the big show every spring. Lilacs, iris, apples, chesnuts, maple trees, and roses burst into bloom, as the buses unload their energetic occupants to explore the chores and privileges […]