Book Your Ranch Visit - The Adventure of a Lifetime Awaits!

At Montana Ranch and Cattle Company in Kern County, kids and families get real hands-on farming experiences that no one else offers. Plant seeds, feed chickens, care for calves, learn irrigation and composting — then take those skills home to turn your backyard into a food-producing garden that feeds your whole family year-round.

Half-day, full-day, school field trips & family weekends.

Spots are limited — spring and summer are filling fast!

This Isn’t Just a Field Trip - It’s Real Life Changing Learn

At the Backyard Garden Project, you don’t just watch — you DO. Kids run through real ranch fields, plant their own seeds, feed fluffy chickens, pet friendly calves, grade hay, and learn water-smart irrigation. Parents and teachers watch their children light up with pride and confidence.

This is the hands-on education that builds self-reliance and brings back the lost art of farming — exactly what every family and school in Kern County has been missing.

Choose Your Perfect Ranch Adventure

1. Half-Day Garden Explorer (Ages 5–12)

2. Full-Day Farm Ranger (Ages 8–18 + families)

9:00 AM – 12:30 PM (Tuesday–Saturday)
Plant seeds, harvest veggies, feed chickens, make compost
$35 per child / $25 per adult
Perfect first-time visit!

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2. Full-Day Farm Ranger (Ages 8–18 + families)

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Tuesday–Saturday)
Morning: Chickens, cattle care, pasture walk, hay grading
Afternoon: Irrigation, well management, backyard garden planning + take-home kit
$75 per person (lunch included)

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3. School Field Trip Package (Groups of 10+)

Custom half or full day (Monday–Friday)
Curriculum-aligned with teacher guides and follow-up activities
$25 per student (includes all activities + snack)
Teachers & chaperones free

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4. Family Weekend Workshop (Saturdays)

3. School Field Trip Package (Groups of 10+)

10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Whole family learns together + picnic lunch
$199 per family of 4 (extra members $45)

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What a Day on the Ranch Looks Like

Arrival & Welcome – Meet the animals and your ranch guides
Garden Time – Plant seeds, water plants, discover backyard magic
Animal Care – Feed chickens, check on cattle, clean pens, grade hay
Compost & Irrigation Lab – Turn manure into soil, learn water-wise tricks
Harvest & Take-Home – Pick fresh veggies/eggs + get your own starter kit
Memories & Photos – Share what you learned and plan your backyard garden

Skills & Memories That Last a Lifetime

Real gardening know-how you can use at home immediately
Confidence caring for animals and the land
Understanding water conservation and self-sufficiency
Inspiration to turn your backyard into a productive family garden

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You’ll receive confirmation within 48 business hours.

Questions?

Chat with our AI Farm Mentor or call us.

BackYard Garden Project

15852 Wible Rd, Bakersfield, CA, USA

info@backyardgardenproject.ai

Hours

Open today

09:00 am – 05:00 pm

Ready to Create Unforgettable Memories and Real Skills?

Every visit helps us grow the Backyard Garden Project so more kids across Kern County can learn these critical life skills.

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Book Your Ranch Visit - The Adventure of a Lifetime Awaits!

This Isn’t Just a Field Trip - It’s Real Life Changing Learn

Choose Your Perfect Ranch Adventure

1. Half-Day Garden Explorer (Ages 5–12)

2. Full-Day Farm Ranger (Ages 8–18 + families)

2. Full-Day Farm Ranger (Ages 8–18 + families)

2. Full-Day Farm Ranger (Ages 8–18 + families)

2. Full-Day Farm Ranger (Ages 8–18 + families)

2. Full-Day Farm Ranger (Ages 8–18 + families)

3. School Field Trip Package (Groups of 10+)

3. School Field Trip Package (Groups of 10+)

3. School Field Trip Package (Groups of 10+)

4. Family Weekend Workshop (Saturdays)

3. School Field Trip Package (Groups of 10+)

3. School Field Trip Package (Groups of 10+)

What a Day on the Ranch Looks Like

Skills & Memories That Last a Lifetime

Contact Us

Drop us a line!

Yes! Secure My Ranch Adventure

BackYard Garden Project

Hours

Ready to Create Unforgettable Memories and Real Skills?

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