Experience the Beaumont Agricultural Society (BADAS) — During OPEN FARM DAYS!
A Day of Nature, History, and Agriculture!
Come and explore our 71-acre facility, just minutes from Edmonton, Leduc, and surrounding areas in Leduc County. Enjoy a unique combination of urban and rural agriculture that offers something for everyone!
What to See and Do:
Artistic Welcome: Admire the vibrant community-painted murals at our gates as you arrive.
Wagon Ride Adventure: Climb aboard a wagon ride to delve into local history, learn about agricultural societies, and discover the diverse plant life growing at BADAS.
Urban Agriculture Centre (UAC) Exploration: Disembark at our 2-acre Urban Agriculture Centre and immerse yourself in a world of hands-on learning and relaxation:
Nature Activities & Games: Participate in engaging nature-based activities and games.
Garden Tours: Take a guided tour of our pollinator and community gardens.
Relax & Dine: Unwind in nature and enjoy a delicious lunch from our BBQ fundraiser.
Explore the UAC: Discover our food forest, passive solar greenhouse with a tool library, school demonstration garden, and 104 community garden plots.
Water Features: Learn about our 2-acre pond and wetland area, which supports a rich diversity of wildlife and insects while also providing vital water for our gardens.
Support Local:
Purchase local soil amendments made by Annelida Soil Solutions, worms and soil experts.
Buy a beautiful native flower to enhance habitat in your own backyard or as a gift for a friend.
Special Event: Bumble Bee Box Building Workshop
This year, we are thrilled to host a Bumble Bee Box Building Workshop in partnership with and supporting the Alberta Native Bee Council (ANBC).
What you'll learn: Participants will gain valuable knowledge about the crucial role of pollinator habitats in conservation efforts.
Hands-on activity: Build your very own bumble bee nesting box to take home!
Pre-registration required:
Cost: $100
Spaces: Limited to 30 participants
Tickets: Available on EventBrite:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/alberta-native-bee-council-bumble-bee-box-workshop-tickets-1325697640329?aff=oddtdtcreator
What to bring:
Cordless drill
Safety glasses
Work gloves
Post-workshop participation:
Install and maintain your bumble bee box at home or in a community space.
Optional: Join ANBC's Bumble Bee Box Monitoring Program to contribute valuable data to ongoing conservation efforts.
Plan Your Local Adventure:
Make a full day of your trip to Leduc County! Within 10 minutes of our location, you can also visit:
Annelida Soil Solutions
Beau Bella Winery
Come and create lasting memories while supporting local agriculture and conservation efforts at BADAS!
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