Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center has had an onsite garden for five years that serves two purposes: (1) as an edible garden that provides some produce for their dining hall and classes, focusing on using heirloom seeds to conserve endangered crops and teach about pioneer varieties, and (2) as an outdoor classroom where instructors teach scientific concepts like habitats and pollination as well as sustainable techniques like companion planting, water conservation, and composting. The garden receives free heirloom seeds through the Seed Savers Exchange Herman's Garden program and uses various techniques such as wicking beds to conserve water.