Carnation Farms

We are on a mission at Carnation Farms to leverage our 818-acre historic property, and build a brighter, healthier future for families. Our programs tackle preventable chronic diseases at the root cause and empower individuals and families with the knowledge to make informed decisions that help prevent obesity, heart disease, cancer, diabetes and other preventable conditions. The average child is spending 7.5 hours per day in front of screen – watching TV, playing video games, exploring the internet. At Carnation Farms we are disconnecting youth and families from their smart phones and tablets, and inviting them to our outdoor classroom to focus on healthy eating and family-first adventures to get active – building a foundation to improve their health. Studies have repeatedly shown that the best ways to learn is by doing, and at Carnation Farms, our hands-on and experiential learning opportunities give families simple changes they can make in their eating and exercise habits that lead