MARYLAND AGRICULTURAL SHOWCASE

A first in the nation, the Foundation’s Mobile Science Laboratories have shown enormous success in directly teaching the interaction between agriculture and the every day environment. Hands-on experiences in Ag Products, Aquatics, and Biotechnology have proven very effective and very popular learning methods.

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OLD MAC DONALD'S BARN

Old MacDonald’s Barn started in 1967 with a handful of baby animals exhibited to show what was being raised on local farms.  The barn has grown and changed into the animal education area it is today.

Come see a variety of animals, some young, some unusual, all in one big red barn. See the differences between an Alpaca and a Llama, an amazing ox, a donkey and more. Watch baby ducks swim. Learn interesting facts about farm animals currently residing on farms in our area.

BIRTHING CENTER & MILKING PARLOR

Where you can see a calf stand on their newborn legs for the first time. Bonding between a mother and their child. Check the schedules at the Birthing Center to see what is happening each day.  There may even be a newborn baby to see!  You’ll also witness old fashioned hand milking and modern machine milking.

MASTER GARDNERS

Visit our Bay Friendly Garden featuring water conservation, native plants, permeable walkways, natural pest management, rain barrels, drip hoses, Xeriscaping, ornamentals, grasses, vegetables, herbs, rain garden, demonstrations and fascinating pollinators.  Ask a Master Gardener. Corner of Poplar & Hickory Ave.

4-H BEHIND THE SCENE TOURS

More than just animals-- 4-H, we do it all!
Go behind the scenes with our “tour”-H’ers!
Fulfill your role in Leadership, Citizenship and Life Skills. Join us Saturday, August 16^th, from 12-6pm.

HONEY BEE EDUCATION

HONEY BEE EDUCATION BY THE MONTGOMERY COUNTY BEEKEEPERS ASSOCIATION:

Find the queen in the beehive.  A beekeeper will be available at various times throughout each day for demonstrations, questions and displays.