On the Road With Oklahoma Ag in the Classroom, 2008

July 22-24

Who?  Pre-K through 8th grade teachers

What?  “On the Road with Ag in the Classroom” focuses on the diversity of Oklahoma agriculture.

Why?  If you are interested in learning more about southwestern Oklahoma agriculture, On the Road is a windshield view and hands-on link with Ag in the Classroom lessons, activities and resources that can be integrated in all subject areas.

Where? The 3-day traveling workshop begins in Oklahoma City.  We will travel by charter bus to Lawton where we will make our “home base”. We will visit Alfadale Feedlot, Medicine Park, OKC Stockyards, Wichita Mountains Refuge, Van Der Laan Dairy, Windmill Winery, Blue Canyon Wind Farm and more. 

How much?  $50 participation fee.  Lodging, travel, meals and snacks are sponsored by the 59,000 beef producers through the beef checkoff.

For more information, contact

Jamey Allen, 405.522.6768; Dana Bessinger, 405.522.2105; or Mary Ann Kelsey, 405.522.5513

Mail or FAX the completed application to:

Oklahoma Ag in the Classroom
Oklahoma Dept of Agriculture, Food & Forestry
2800 North Lincoln Blvd.
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73105

FAX:  405.522.4855