07/18/2026
There is something special about watching a child discover where their food comes from.
Every year, we welcome school groups to Millican Pecan to spend a day in our orchard kitchen learning about Texasâ native pecans, our familyâs history, and the rich pecan heritage of San Saba. They crack pecans with their own hands, learn how these trees grow, hear the stories that have shaped generations of our family, and even bake their very own pecan pie to take home.
In a world where so much happens behind a screen, we believe children need opportunities to put their hands in nature, ask questions, and see firsthand the care it takes to grow the food that nourishes us. When they understand agriculture, they begin to appreciate the farmers, the land, and the seasons that make every harvest possible.
These field trips arenât just about pecansâtheyâre about planting seeds of curiosity, gratitude, and stewardship. We hope every child leaves with a deeper appreciation for Godâs creation and a desire to care for the land that will one day be entrusted to their generation.
Because the future of agriculture depends on raising young people who donât just enjoy natureâbut who know how to nurture it.