Edible Academy Programs
Hands-On Gardening Activities in the Edible Academy
Children are invited to roll up their sleeves and help tend the gardens. Dig in the soil, sow seeds, water the seedlings, and harvest ripe produce. Each season offers new themes to investigate through hands-on activities and take-home projects.
Children's Gardening Program
Winter session begins January 26, 2019
Offered in the spring, summer, and fall, kids ages 3–12 plant, tend, and harvest vegetables, and are taught lessons on gardening topics from beans to worms.
Sprouts offers a hands-on introduction to the fun of planting and harvesting. Accompanied by a parent or guardian, children ages 3–5 experience nature up close as they explore the garden, dig for worms, and make crafts. Please note: One adult must attend; no infants, toddlers, or older siblings. Programs run rain or shine.
In Crafters, kids ages 6–12 plant a garden with tasty vegetables, fresh herbs, and beautiful flowers, and then take home organic produce harvested from their very own garden plot! Seasonal themes and activities enhance the experience. Programs run rain or shine.
Spring Break Camp
The Edible Academy is the place to be for kids on Spring Break! Our day camps offer playful and educational opportunities for children Grades K–5.
Camps will run concurrent sessions by age groups. Using separate spaces and instructors, groups will have the weekly topic tailored specifically for their age and learning level.
April 22-26, 2019
9 a.m.–4 p.m.*
Weekly: $350 Non-Member | $315 Member
*Early drop-off (8 a.m.), late pick-up (5 p.m.), and extended pick-up (until 6 p.m.) available. Pre-registration is required.
Fee: $15 per morning or afternoon, and $30 for extended pick-up.
Late fees apply if children are picked up after their designated checkout time.
April 22-26, 2019
Dig in to the spring season! Using the Edible Academy’s new greenhouse and gardens, campers will investigate plant growth, learn all about vegetables, and engage in hands-on, garden-focused art, science, and craft activities.
We are excited for all of our Adventure Campers to join us for a week of fun! Every day will be packed with entertaining hands-on activities. Here are some things to keep in mind as you prepare for camp:
- Bring a water bottle and clothing appropriate for outdoor adventures.
- Pack two healthy snacks and a lunch—please do not pack food items containing nuts of any kind.
- A positive attitude! NYBG Camps provide a fun and safe space to meet new friends and explore new ideas.
Contact Us
718.817.8181
childed@nybg.org
Summer Art, Sustainability, and Culinary Camps
Weeklong camps at the beautiful new Edible Academy campus! Choose from three different day camps that use the Garden as inspiration for art projects, environmental stewardship, or culinary innovation!
Camps will run concurrent sessions by age groups. Using separate spaces and instructors, groups will have the weekly topic tailored specifically for their age and learning level.
Session 1: July 8–26, 2019
Session 2: August 5–23, 2019
9 a.m.–4 p.m.*
Weekly: $350 Non-Member | $315 Member
3-Week Summer Session: Save 10% when you register for all 3 weeks! Use code EASU19 at checkout.
*Early drop-off (8 a.m.), late pick-up (5 p.m.), and extended pick-up (until 6 p.m.) available. Pre-registration is required.
Fee: $15 per morning or afternoon, and $30 for extended pick-up.
Late fees apply if children are picked up after their designated checkout time.
July 8–12, 2019
August 5–9, 2019
Calling all budding artists to paint, craft, and create in the garden! Younger campers explore the shapes, colors, and textures of the outdoors to make art inspired by nature at the beautiful Edible Academy campus. Older artists learn about art and artists inspired by nature, build curiosity and self-confidence in creative self-expression, culminating in a portfolio of projects representing a variety of media and techniques.
July 15–19, 2019
August 12–16, 2019
How can the sun power both plants and buildings? What is a green roof? How does the watershed work? Younger campers get hands-on as they explore the sustainable technology throughout the new Edible Academy campus. Older campers explore ecosystems, get deep down in the earth, and harness the power of the sun by investigating the technology that makes the Edible Academy work and applying it to real-world challenges.
July 22–26, 2019
August 19–23, 2019
Whether you are a “top chef” or a beginner in the kitchen, sharpen your skills in a weeklong culinary camp! Chop, measure, and flavor produce harvested from the garden in creative recipes both healthful and delicious. Younger campers will learn the basics of new culinary techniques as they make, sample, and share a suite of age-appropriate recipes. Older campers have the opportunity to develop advanced culinary skills and develop recipe inventions of their own.