Farm Field Trips
At Wesley Wells Farms, our passion for education and agriculture drives us to provide enriching experiences for our local community. We believe that learning about farming and the food production process should be engaging and enjoyable. That’s why we offer a range of educational opportunities, including field trips and workshops. Our programs are designed to provide hands-on learning experiences for individuals of all ages. If you’re searching for farms in St. Augustine, FL, look no further than Wesley Wells Farms.
Our farm is the ideal destination for those seeking to connect with nature. We also offer many ways to learn about agriculture, and have a memorable time in the process. Whether you’re a teacher planning a field trip, a group of friends wanting to embark on an educational adventure, a homeschooling family or co-op, or an individual eager to expand your knowledge, we have field trip themes that cater to your needs.
Each farm tour begins with a brief overview and history of our third-generation farm and a family introduction. Included in the tour is a themed lesson (see themes below), a visit with the farm animals, a u-pick activity (take home a seasonal crop), and a hay ride. Groups are permitted to bring a sack lunch to eat on the grounds but please remember we close the gates at noon.
Any field trip booked within the month chosen will be the following theme whether it’s a public or private school group, homeschool group, or story time on the farm. Themed field trips include age appropriate lessons for students ages pre-k through 12th grade.
2024-25 Field Trip Themes
September – Heavy Metal: Machines on the Farm – Examine a range of of exciting machines used on the farm and learn how each machine solves a particular problem. Machines covered include tractors, planters, combine harvesters, crop sprayers, and more!
October – Pumpkins: Not Just for Halloween – Estimate the size and weight of pumpkins, dissect pumpkin seeds, and make pumpkin pie in a bag!
November – Honey, please! – Did you know honey is a delicious result of hardworking honeybees on the farm! Join us for a meet n greet with a local beekeeper, check out the observation hive, and taste honey!
December – Hen House Engineering – evaluate styles of housing used for hens that lay eggs. Use critical thinking skills to compare housing styles, determine which system meets their animal welfare standards, and engineer their own hen house model to meet the needs of laying hens.
January – Farm Berry Chemistry – Food on the farm has never tasted so good! Concoct and taste your own farm fizzy using fresh ingredients from the farm!
February – Smart Water – learn different irrigation options for farming and gardening and create your own smart water system for a small herb garden!
March – Beef basics: Chew It Twice – learn how ruminant animals like cows can consume foods we cannot as humans AND turn it into delicious proteins like beef and dairy!
April – Monster Plants – learn the needs of a zucchini plant, identify the structure and function of zucchini plant parts, and examine field grown zucchini plants!
Book A Field Trip
At Wesley Wells Farms, we believe that learning about agriculture should be a fun and interactive experience. Join us on the farm and discover the wonders of farming firsthand.
Tickets are $15/person for ages 2 and up and must be booked on our website for homeschool days or through email for school groups. Complimentary teacher passes are given to public and private school teachers organizing a field trip on the farm. Contact us today to discuss how we can facilitate an educational and memorable visit for you, your friends, or your students.
Email Amanda at wesleywellsfarms@gmail.com to book your trip today!
Homeschool Days
We schedule one homeschool day per month and encourage individual homeschoolers, co-ops, and small school groups to attend these events. These events have homeschool stations for the following age groups: K-2, 3-5th, 6-8th, and 9-12th grades. The gates open at 9:45am and learning station lessons begin at 10:15am. Tickets go fast and should be purchased in advance on our website to guarantee a spot!
Tuesday, September 17th
Thursday, October 24th
Wednesday, November 13th
Tuesday, December 10th
Thursday, January 16th
Wednesday, February 12th
Tuesday, March 11th
Thursday, April 24th
