Checks can be made out to:
Bit of Hope Ranch Inc. 5001 CR Wood Rd. Gastonia, NC 28056
Cowboy Logic Series
The Ranch offers 2 main programs for K-5 classes. The original Cowboy Logic Series offers 4 learning stations that center around how Cowboy’s used their knowledge of heat, energy, soil/water and animal management. Each 25 minute station has a short lesson, followed by hands on activities.
Farm Fun Day
The Ranch’s Farm Fun Day Programs offer ample discovery opportunities for your students. These four stations include: 1. Horse education station. 2. The Barnyard Petting station. 3. Challenge Course. 4. Campfire and S’more.
The Picnic and Play includes picnic time, Gaga Ball and The Kangaroo Jumper! Note that most students will want extra water after lunch.
COST: $325 for up to 15 children, $10/additional child
Cowboy logic series
The Cowboy Logic Series is an experiential learning model that intertwines the history of the cowboy with scientific, mathematical and problem solving skills needed for today. This program fully integrates with the NC Common Core Curriculum, supports the STEM academics and builds a “healthy learning model”.
STEM Topics:
ENVIRONMENT EXPLORERS: Discover how water and soil impact a working farm. Practice the various techniques that farmers used to slow down erosion on the farm.
Dare to Compare: Classify horses and other small farm animals and discover their unique characteristics and adaptations.
Farm Physics Simple Machines: Discover how simple machines made a Cowboy’s work easier.
Campfire Lab: discussions on fire, heat transfer, physical/chemical changes through demonstrations around a campfire.
fun farm day
Spend time on the farm learning about animal care and general Ranch management.
Stations include:
Horses 101
The Barnyard Petting Area
Challenge Course
Campfire and S’more