Camilla Hammer

Camilla started working at the Battery Urban Farm in 2011, and now leads the farm as Program Manager. Her previous experience includes Farm Apprentice as Live Power Community Farm. She graduated from New York University with a BA in Environmental Ethics and Food Studies. Battery Urban Farm is a one acre educational farm, located in the historic Battery, the 25 acre park at the tip of Manhattan. The turkey-shaped farm is home to over 80 varieties of organically-grown vegetables, fruits, flowers, grains, and companion plants. Battery Urban Farm is open for the growing season from April through November. During this time they welcome local teachers, parents, students and our downtown community to join in planting, cultivating and harvesting fresh organic produce. The farm provides an outdoor classroom space for teachers and offers a variety of farm-based learning opportunities. These include lessons led by the Battery Urban Farm Educator during the school year; Enrichment Visits for schools and camp groups; a City Seedlings Summer Program in July and August; and a workshop series as part of their Battery Urban Farm Saturdays.