Enjoy a fun-filled evening under the stars at our historic Dickson-Murst Farm, where the whole community is invited to relax and watch kid-friendly movies together and enjoy food from Uncle Cam’s Sandwiches food truck. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs for a unique outdoor movie experience surrounded by nature and history!
How can I best support The Conservation Foundation's mission while attending Fridays on the Farm?
Bring a small donation or join as a member if staff or a donations table is present; ask volunteers about current campaigns and sign up for their newsletter or volunteer list. Share the event on social media to raise awareness, purchase any event merchandise or food from vendors (profits often support the cause), and consider sponsoring future programs or participating in native-plant sales and restoration projects the Foundation runs.
What practical steps can I take at the event to reduce my environmental impact?
Use reusable water bottles, utensils and plates; avoid single-use plastics. Carpool, bike, or use shared rides when possible. Dispose of trash in the correct recycling/compost bins and participate in post-movie cleanup if asked. Stay on designated paths to protect habitat and avoid bringing glass items that could break in the grass.
Are there volunteer opportunities or ways to help during and after the movie night?
Yes — events like this usually need help with setup, parking, greeting guests, educational tables, crowd cleanup, and takedown. Stop by the organizer’s table to sign up for current or future volunteer shifts, or ask how to join scheduled restoration events (tree plantings, invasive species pulls) and educational programs run by The Conservation Foundation.
How can I make the movie night more educational and engaging for kids while reinforcing conservation themes?
Turn the screening into a mini-lesson: discuss rainforest ecology and threats before the film, organize a simple nature scavenger hunt on the grounds, bring binoculars to spot wildlife, and encourage kids to record observations for a citizen-science app. Ask Foundation staff for recommended activities or take-home resources tied to the movie’s themes.
What weather- or safety-related precautions should I take for an outdoor movie at the farm?
Dress in layers and bring a blanket or light jacket for evening chill. Wear closed-toe shoes for walking on uneven ground and use insect repellent and tick-checks after the event. Bring a flashlight or headlamp for safely navigating to your car. Check the event page or the organizer’s social channels for last-minute weather updates or cancellation notices.
Did you know?
Spending at least 120 minutes a week in nature is associated with higher reported health and well‑being, so attending outdoor community events can directly benefit your mental and physical health.
Access to parks and green spaces is linked to increased physical activity and improved community health—visiting local natural spaces helps build healthier neighborhoods.
Pollinators (bees, butterflies, other insects) contribute to the production of roughly three-quarters of the world’s leading food crops; supporting local habitat helps protect the food supply.
http://www.fao.org/pollination/en/
Reducing light pollution and preserving darker skies benefits nocturnal wildlife and migratory species; outdoor, low‑light community events can raise awareness and help protect night habitats.
https://www.darksky.org/light-pollution/
Local land trusts and conservation organizations have helped protect tens of millions of acres nationwide—community support (volunteering, attendance, donations) directly multiplies that local conservation impact.
https://www.landtrustalliance.org/what-land-trust
Urban trees and green infrastructure lower local temperatures, manage stormwater, and improve air quality—participation in local conservation helps make communities more climate-resilient.
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