Parker Learning Gardens is dedicated to cultivating a thriving, resilient community by designing and nurturing accessible outdoor learning environments that produce nourishing food, clean water, vital habitat, sustainable fiber, and climate stability. Through hands-on, farm- and garden-based programs, we inspire curiosity, foster a deep connection to the land, and empower individuals with the knowledge and skills to lead sustainable lives. By integrating science, nutrition, and regenerative practices, we aim to spark a lifelong appreciation for the natural world while creating a model for education, stewardship, and community-driven resilience.

We envision a world where all people thrive through meaningful interaction with the natural world—where outdoor exploration, observation, and discovery nurture emotional well-being, intellectual curiosity, and a profound sense of belonging. In this world, gardens and farms serve as living classrooms, cultivating gratitude, resilience, and a deep-rooted commitment to environmental stewardship. By reconnecting with the essential acts of growing food, creating habitat, and fostering community, we seek to awaken a shared responsibility for our planet’s future. Through these experiences, we empower future generations to steward the land with wisdom, compassion, and an enduring respect for nature’s gifts.

Through immersive educational experiences, we invite visitors to discover, engage, learn, and reflect within the living landscape of our farm and gardens. Rooted in both scientific understanding and time-honored traditions, our programs equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, tools, and seeds necessary to meet the challenges of our changing world. We are dedicated to practicing organic regenerative agriculture, nurturing soil health, conserving water, and restoring biodiversity to ensure the long-term resilience of our land and the well-being of future generations. By cultivating not only food but also wisdom, curiosity, and community, we seek to empower all to become active stewards of the earth. Read more about our practices under guiding principles & commitments.