Agripalooza!

An Educational Field Day

Each September, Marquette and Alger Conservation Districts host an educational field day at the Michigan State University Upper Peninsula Research and Extension Center in Chatham, MI. This day is geared towards 5th grade students who attend from schools around the two-county area. We’ve had schools participate all the way from Grand Marias to Powell Township, and schools as far South as Wells Township.

The day consists of over 25 professional presenters getting students engaged in conservation practices, healthy food choices, agricultural activities, as well as wildlife management and watershed health. These are just a few topics, as we gain more presenters and more topics every year.

Environmental Education

300+ Students Each Year

Over 25 Presenters

Hands-On learning

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Become A Presenter

Are you a professional in the conservation or agriculture field? Are you an expert on an environmental toppic? Are you a local food enthusiast? Join our group of amazing volunteer presenters! 

We are always looking for folks who can make the day even better for the students. Some topics our presenters have covered in the past: recycling, soil health, composting, invasive species, renewable energy, beekeeping, apple heterozygosity and more! If you are interested in presenting at the next Agripalooza please email mqtcondist@gmail.com!  

Bring Your Students

Are you interested in bringing your students to Agripalooza? Agripalooza is a great learning opportunity for students, and we are always looking to get as many schools involved as possible! If you would like to participate in Agripalooza please send us an email at mqtcondist@gmail.com!

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