Befriend the Barnyard at Appleton Farms
Discover our special barnyard animals! Visit with our Angora rabbits, Nubian goats, dairy cows, beef cattle, pigs, sheep and our friendly flock of heritage chickens and ducks. This friendly (and often very curious!) crew of animals will take center stage as we learn about what makes them so unique. 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
Full Hunter's Moon Hike at Powisset Farm
Join us for a special guided evening hike illuminated by the Full Hunter’s Moon! At this unique guided hiking experience, we will open after hours for you to enjoy a tranquil evening walk under a full moon, or near-full moon as it waxes or wanes. Your guide will lead you… Read More
Pho for Two – Couples Cooking at the Farm
Our popular Pho classes are even better when you’re sharing Pho together! Bring your special someone and join Chef Thi in the Powisset Kitchen to make warm, flavorful, beautiful, satisfying Pho (pronounced “fuh”), a Vietnamese culinary favorite. Typically made with broth, noodles, herbs, and a protein, this class will… Read More
Farm Explorers at Weir River Farm
Weir River Farm is full of barnyard fun! Meet our friendly goats, piglets, and all of the animals in the barnyard. We invite your little farmers to experience life in the barnyard up close. Interact with goats, sheep, chickens, and other barnyard friends, and participate in age-appropriate activities and adventures… Read More
Phenomenal Pho! Adult Cooking Class
Register early – this class sells out quickly each season! In this hands-on class with Chef Thi, we’ll make warm, flavorful, beautiful, satisfying Pho (pronounced “fuh”), a Vietnamese culinary favorite. Typically made with broth, noodles, herbs, and a protein, this class will focus on creating classic Chicken Pho. In… Read More
Phenomenal Pho! Adult Cooking Class
Register early – this class sells out quickly each season! In this hands-on class with Chef Thi, we’ll make warm, flavorful, beautiful, satisfying Pho (pronounced “fuh”), a Vietnamese culinary favorite. Typically made with broth, noodles, herbs, and a protein, this class will focus on creating classic Chicken Pho. In… Read More
Barnyard Story Hour at Weir River Farm
Barnyard stories really come to life when you get to meet the main characters up close and personal! Bring the kids to Weir River Farm for our farm fresh version of ‘story time.’ Explore the barnyard and meet our barnyard friends such as Clover the goat and Petunia the piglet. Read More
Gather with Goats at Powisset Farm
Spend some quality time in the Powisset Barnyard with one or more of our friendly goats! Goats are naturally playful and curious creatures. Spend some time hanging out with them, accompanied by a Powisset barnyard staff member, and it won’t be long before you’ve made some new cuddly goat friends. Read More
Family Farm Chores at Powisset Farm
It’s morning at Powisset Farm and we have work to do! Come help us with morning farm chores in the barnyard, working side by side with our staff. This is an immersive, hands-on experience, limited to 5 helpers per morning and is perfect for… Read More