The Ithica Children's Garden, located in Ithica, New York, was founded in 1997. It covers three acres and features an assortment of gardens. One of the most notable attractions, is a 30 foot by 60 foot snapping turtle named Gaia (from mythology, Gaia is Mother Earth). On its back is a lunar calendar.
Other features include a Strawbale Troll House, Wetlands, an edible garden where kids can harvest their own fruits and vegetables (like strawberries and asparagus), a Sod Salamander (and other sod sculptures), a meadow with lovely flowering perennials, a labryrinth, a bird habitat, and a large pinoak tree, affectionately called the "reading tree."
The gardens are open daily from dawn to dusk. Admission is free.
Other features include a Strawbale Troll House, Wetlands, an edible garden where kids can harvest their own fruits and vegetables (like strawberries and asparagus), a Sod Salamander (and other sod sculptures), a meadow with lovely flowering perennials, a labryrinth, a bird habitat, and a large pinoak tree, affectionately called the "reading tree."
That large turtle looks like lots of fun. What a great place for kids to learn about harvesting vegetables, if they don't have the chance to learn it at home. Thanks for sharing the pictures.
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That snapping turtle is kind of neat. I agree, it is nice that public places like this have programs to teach kids about growing and harvesting fruits and vegetables.
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