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The Education Center is located in the Wilderness area of the John de la Howe campus. The purpose of the Education Center is to provide agriculturally focused field trips for K-9 education, summer programs, and continuing education opportunities for adults.

Summer Camps

Camp Applications 

The Education Center at John de la Howe hosts a series of day camps and overnight camps during the summer months. Stay tuned for more information on our 2025 summer camps, coming soon!

In-Person Field Trips

Enhance students' knowledge and experience in the field of agriculture with virtual or in-person field trips focused on environmental & natural resource management, horticulture, and plant and animal systems.

Please email Kinsley Miller to schedule a field trip today. 

Adult Education Opportunities

Enjoy workshops and informational sessions featuring professionals in the agriculture industry

To register for these events, email Kinsley Miller.

Upcoming Events

  • Ag Fest - Saturday, March 29 

  • Spring Teacher Professional Development - Saturday, April 12 

  • Canning Workshop - Tuesday, May 20

To be added to the workshop distribution list, please email Kinsley Miller.

Facility Use/Rental & Private Events

The Education Center, built in 1988, includes the main building with office spaces, a meeting hall, and an industrial kitchen. Around the main building, there are four classrooms, four primitive camping sites, and access to Lake Thurmond.

To reserve the Education Center, contact Kinsley Miller by email.

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Education Center at John de la Howe

Education Center at John de la Howe

Education Center at John de la Howe

Director of the Education Center

Kinsley Miller

(864)391-0414

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