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American culture is deeply rooted in the experience of farming and gardening. Yet, many youth today have not experienced any activities that involve an in-depth level of caring for animals or plants other than growing seeds in a classroom or a family pet. There are in fact many programs such as 4-H clubs that provide experiences for participation on farms, and also other clubs that promote community-based youth farm and garden projects.