Editing Land lab (section)

== Goals and outcomes of land lab education experiences ==
[[File:Black Soldier Fly Larvae.jpg|alt=Black soldier fly larvae (BSF) as raised in this container.  As they mature the grubs climb up and fall into the harvest bucket.  BSF are a protein and fat rich food source for chickens, fish and wild birds.  BSF can be fed coffee grounds, food scraps / waste, and even manure.  BSF are a sustainable insect feedstock.|thumb|Black soldier fly larvae (BSF) as raised in this container.  As they mature the grubs climb up and fall into the harvest bucket.  BSF are a protein and fat rich food source for chickens, fish and wild birds.  BSF can be fed coffee grounds, food scraps / waste, and even manure.  BSF are a sustainable insect feedstock.]]
Land labs exist as perpetual educational projects that can span years to decades or more.  Common goals within a land lab are often:

* Restoring [[Land degradation|degraded land]] back into a balanced, [[Biodiversity|biodiverse]] state
* Establishing an environment for native [[flora]] and [[fauna]] to thrive
* Building deep, rich [[soil]] with an active [[microbiome]]
* Growing local produce, herbs, and flowers
* Raising [[Rotational grazing|livestock]] with sustainable, ethical methods
* Producing healthy food for local communities
* Producing local energy to power the land lab operations
* Inspiring young people to care about biodiversity, agriculture, and nature
* Building real-life, practical STEM skills for students and adults
* Building strong communities around unique outdoor projects in nature
* Educating people about the benefits and simple joys found in gardening
[[File:Raised Vegetable Beds.jpg|alt=Green onions and garlic are growing in these raised metal garden beds. Raised beds are a great addition to a land lab as they make gardening more accessible for people of all ages.|thumb|Green onions and garlic are growing in these raised metal garden beds. Raised beds are a great addition to a land lab as they make gardening more accessible for people of all ages.]]