Ages 13 & Up
DIRT! The Movie:
Introduces viewers to dirt’s fascinating history in this 80-minute documentary released in the fall of 2010. Four billion years of evolution have created the soil that recycles water, gives us
food, provides us shelter, and can be used as a source of medicine, beauty, and culture.
The Farmers of Gaho:
What happens when you have no dirt and no rain? Over the generations, the farmers of the village of Gaho in southern Ethiopia have developed unique farming techniques that enable them to successfully grow crops in their arid environment. This 21-minute documentary was filmed in 1998, when climate changes had just begun to capture international attention and acknowledgement.
Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.
Cost: $5.*
Preregistration required. Please call 973-326-7601
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