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With approximately 2,113 square feet of vegetable, fruit, and herb growing space, and an estimated annual harvest of nearly 1,000 pounds of produce, the Richard & Malena Ruffin Organic Garden is the largest school garden in the Las Vegas Valley.
About the Garden
The Ruffin Organic Garden's true value lies in its ability to serve as an inspirational, hands-on, experiential learning space where Dawson students learn about the importance of garden-based nutrition, the science of planting and gardening, and cultivate an appreciation for environmental stewardship and sustainability. In addition, Dawson chefs visit the Garden daily to select fresh produce to prepare and serve in the Dining Hall.
Dawson's innovative Garden and outdoor learning space was made possible through the generosity of Phil and Oleksandra Ruffin and reflects their family's passion for healthy living and nutrition.
School Garden Features
Farmer Stella and our Dawson students were featured on Star Nursery's Desert Gardening with Dr. Q!
Dawson proudly partners with Educational Garden Consultant Farmer Steph McDonough of Farm to Table Kids.
Thank You to Our Community Partners
- Farm to Table Kids
- Farmer's Almanac Garden Planner
- Lighthouse Charities
- NV Extension
- Star Nursery
Questions?
Contact Dawson's Sustainability & Garden Coordinator Stella Finfrock.