Family Farm Chores at Appleton Farms
Every day brings a full list of barnyard chores to keep our farmyard friends happy and healthy—so let’s get to work! Join us for our special, hands-on Family Farm Chores program. Grab your muck boots and farm together as a family! Help care for our rabbits, goats, cows, chickens, and… Read More
Learning with Livestock at Appleton Farms
Join us on Saturdays for open and free programming and demonstrations! Meet the animals of Appleton, learn about why farmers keep animals, and the role they play alongside us on the farm. These rotating family-friendly farm education sessions are for all ages- kids and adults alike! Information is geared towards… Read More
Adult Cow Connection at Appleton Farms
Come meet, cuddle, brush, and sit with our hand-raised cows at Appleton Farms! The mild heart rate and warm body temperature of the cows induces a slowing of our own heart rate, as well as the release of Oxytocin, our social bonding hormone. Visit our scenic and historic farm and… Read More
Sensory-Friendly Boo in the Barnyard at Weir River Farm
Welcome to Sensory-Friendly Boo in the Barnyard at Weir River Farm! This program offers a dedicated hour with a reduced number of guests and quieter sensory-friendly environment. Any family that would benefit from a limited capacity visit is welcome. It’s Halloween at Weir… Read More
Boo in the Barnyard at Weir River Farm
It’s Halloween at Weir River Farm! Wear your costume and meet Petunia the pig, Betty the sheep, Pepper the goat, and many more barnyard friends! Take part in a festive scavenger hunt, create a seasonal craft, and enjoy a sweet treat. After your visit to the Barnyard, hike the woodland… Read More
Boo in the Barnyard at Powisset Farm
Did you know barnyard animals love Halloween too?! Join us on Halloween for this special children’s Trick or Treat event at Powisset Farm. Children are encouraged to wear their costumes and share their festive looks with the goats, sheep, chickens, and pigs in the Powisset Barnyard. Decorate a Halloween… Read More
Family Farm Chores at Appleton Farms
Every day brings a full list of barnyard chores to keep our farmyard friends happy and healthy—so let’s get to work! Join us for our special, hands-on Family Farm Chores program. Grab your muck boots and farm together as a family! Help care for our rabbits, goats, cows, chickens, and… Read More
Farm Explorers at Weir River Farm
Weir River Farm is full of barnyard fun! Meet our friendly goats, pigs, and all of the animals in the barnyard. We invite your little farmers to experience life in the barnyard up close and participate in age-appropriate activities and adventures on the farm. Farm Explorers is recommended for… Read More
Savory Pie, Oh My!: Adult Cooking Class
This event has sold out. The weather is getting colder, the days are getting shorter, and it’s time to warm up with some savory delights for dinner. In this hands-on adult cooking class, we’ll create traditional cottage pie and marry Italian flavors with chicken pot pie to create a mushroom-laced… Read More
Cancelled – Homeschool Scholars: Stories of the Farm & Coast
Join us in October & November for weekly homeschool programs exploring the stories of The Crane Estate & Appleton Farms. Participants will learn the stories of the many people & animals who have lived here over the years from Indigenous farmers & fishers, to European colonists, to local & invasive… Read More
Fiddleheads: Preschool Drop-Off Series at Appleton Farms – WINTER MINI SESSION 2027
FIDDLEHEADS WINTER MINI-SESSION 2027: It’s wintertime on the farm! In this special seasonal program, we will explore the barn, farm, fields and forests to see what animals, plants and farmers do in winter. Winter is an excellent time for animal tracking, maple syrup, and lots of winter barn chores. Join… Read More
Fiddleheads: Preschool Drop-Off Series at Appleton Farms – WINTER MINI SESSION 2027
FIDDLEHEADS WINTER MINI-SESSION 2027: It’s wintertime on the farm! In this special seasonal program, we will explore the barn, farm, fields and forests to see what animals, plants and farmers do in winter. Winter is an excellent time for animal tracking, maple syrup, and lots of winter barn chores. Join… Read More