On Thursday afternoons through the summer, children (and their adult companion) may join the farm staff at Merck Forest & Farmland Center for daily chores. Youngsters may feed the horses, pick berries, collect eggs and perform other tasks.

These farm-centered “workshops” are designed to introduce children to simple farm routines and products, and to meet our animals under expert supervision. These hands-on/hands-dirty activities are suitable for children ages 3 and up. Please pre-register early, because participation is limited. Cost is $5 per participant.

Merck Forest is located at 3270 Vermont Route 315 in Rupert, VT; check out our full lineup of events and activities at merckforest.org.