I am a city girl through and through but there have been things in my life that have introduced me to life outside of city limits. I have ridden a tractor and horse, I have worked in a garden and I have gone swimming in a creek. And all of these things have generated an appreciation for nature.
But as the world changes and video games, the Internet and
TV take a stronger presence in my life I wonder... will my children have the opportunity to experience nature in the ways that I have? will they recognize the importance of environmental stewardship? and will they respect the people who work to get food from the fields and into the grocery store?
There is a group of people in Hastings who asked these same questions and recognized the importance of being "green" before it was in vogue. They have found an answer and are working tirelessly to make it a reality.
The Prairie Loft Center for Outdoor and Agricultural Learning is dedicated to increasing the awareness of sustainable agriculture systems and environmental stewardship practices among people of all ages. This center is housed in the buildings formally used as a working farm for the Hastings Regional Center and it will give everyone the opportunity to enjoy and learn about nature.
Call and ask how you can help. Kaleena at 461-2370
