Explore. Connect. Grow.

Learning Tree Farm is a traditional, working farm that engages people in hands-on, nature-based education. We host and educate school children, homeschool groups, parent groups, gardening clubs, families, and community members of all ages throughout the year with a variety of events.

How to FInd Us

3376 South Union Rd.
Dayton, OH 45417

937-886-8650

Farm hours

Monday-Saturday:
10:00 am-4:00 pm

Sunday:
12:30 pm-4:00 pm

Admission

$5/person
Children under 2 are free!

Growing a Love of Literacy on the Farm

The reading we experience and exposure we have to books as a child shapes our lives in ways so powerful, it really is unlike any other reading we may do in our lives. To become a lover of books is to become a lifelong learner. It has the potential to open doors to new...

Regenerative Agriculture at Learning Tree Farm

Learning Tree Farm’s practices have always been focused on conservation and providing a farm environment where children can explore and learn through up-close interactions with farm life. Sixty-four of our eighty-five acres are currently protected under the Clean Ohio...

All The Things Summer Camp Should Be!

Come join us in our camp cheer… How do we work?!? (We work hard!!!) How do we play?!? (We play hard!!!) What do we learn?!?! (We learned lots!!!) Did we have fun?!? (YES!!!!) The addition of our three-day-long sampler camps this summer was a great success! You’ve...

Learning Tree Farm, Your Farm Away From Home

We are often asked how we manage to have so many friendly, calm animals at Learning Tree Farm. Take a look and let us give you a peek into the working side of our farm.  We breed our sheep and goats every year so we can share the wonder of newborn lambs and kids...

LAST CALL FOR SUMMER CAMP 2021!

Summer camp kids enjoying a day at the farm! We don’t want you or your friends to miss out on all the awesome adventures this summer!!! REGISTRATION CLOSES THIS FRIDAY, JULY 2ND, so be sure to check out our program at...

A Place Where Playing Is Learning

One of our newer features at the farm has quickly become a favorite for young visitors. Have you had a chance to check out our Nature Playscape? Located toward the top of the hill behind the Century Farmhouse, the nature playscape includes boulders, net tunnels, logs,...

Painting with Mud!

Let’s Get Messy! This is an easy and fun outdoor activity to do with your child! You will need: Dirt, Water, Paintbrushes, Watering Can or Something to Hold Water, Bowl or Container to Mix in, Shovel Once you have all your materials together, find a nice patch of dirt...

Welcoming Spring At Learning Tree Farm

Spring has arrived at Learning Tree Farm, and our staff couldn’t be more excited to see and feel this change occur. Not only do we get to see more children and families running, exploring, and experiencing nature, but also feeling that shift in the air and witnessing...

What a year! Bring on spring!

There’s always an adventure to be had at Learning Tree Farm, but the past year has definitely challenged our education staff to think outside the box! Initially, our nature preschool facility was closed last spring along with all childcare and schools in the state of...

Nature Preschool Projects!

Join our nature preschool teachers as they share stories and nature-based education with our preschool students during distance learning!

 Upcoming

Programs & Events

  • March 9th- Saturday Family Fun: All About Maple Syrup                          Registration open now

     

    March 18th-June 11th- Mini Mondays Return for 2 ½ -5 year olds & their Caregivers

    • 1st, 3rd, 5th Mondays of the month – Stories in the Straw (30 min storytime) 
    • 2nd & 4th Mondays of the month – Club Chickadee (1 ½ hour of stories, crafts & hands on activities)                                        Registration open now
     

    April 27th- Saturday Family Fun: Wake the Bees                                     Registration opening soon

     

    May 11th- Wooly Wonders: Spring on the Farm Event 10am-1pm NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED – SPECIAL EVENT PRICING

  • Weekly volunteer opportunities are on Wednesdays from 10:30am-1:30pm & the 1st Saturday of every month. Check under the “How to Help” tab on the menu for more details.

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Get In Touch

Location: 3376 S Union Rd. Dayton, OH 45417

Telephone: 937-866-8650

Email: info@learningtreefarm.org

Normal Farm Hours: Monday-Saturday: 10:00 am-4:00 pm, Sunday: 12:30 pm-4:00 pm

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