Farmer’s Helpers at Chip-in Farm is pleased to offer fall programs for everyone – from preschoolers to adults – to explore, discover and learn about farm life.
Here is a listing of our programs, organized by age group. There is a registration link at the end of each class description. For classes offered via Bedford Recreation, registration opens on August 26 at 8pm – you do not need to be a resident to sign up.
Preschool Programs
Little Farmers (Ages 2.5 – 5)
Little Farmers learn about farming through stories, games, crafts, and real farm work. They also help care for baby goats, cows and our miniature horses! When chores are done, we play outside on the farm and in the surrounding fields and forest.
Classes meet from 9 – 12, one morning a week, for 4 weeks. The first session starts the week of September 9, with new sessions starting in October and November. This is a drop-off class, but parents & caregivers are welcome to join in.
Register HERE
Pony Power Hour (Ages 2.5 – 5)
DeeDee and Clyde are looking for some friends to play with this fall! Come learn about horse safety while you groom and ride DeeDee and Clyde. They love to be bathed, decorated, take walks in the woods, and jump over obstacles, and even have a few surprise pony games they like to play. Safety is our first priority, so classes are limited to 6 children with 2 instructors. Class runs rain or shine, and will only be canceled if there is dangerous weather forecasted.
Classes meet on Thursday from 10 – 11am starting September 5 and run for 4 weeks. Register for one class in the series or all 4.
Register HERE
Goats & Giggles (Ages 1 – 5)
Toddlers and preschoolers will play, run and cuddle with our curious and playful baby goats. The farmers provide goat treats and an outdoor space to pet, hold, and take pictures. Class length is 45 minutes. Registration is per class; caregivers and siblings under 1 are welcome at no additional cost.
The session is scheduled for August 31 at 11am.
Register HERE
Grades K – 5 Programs
Hired Hands (Grades K – 2 and 3 – 5)
In this after-school program kids learn about the farm through hands-on activities, crafts, games, stories, and cooking projects. Wear work clothes and old sneakers or boots and be prepared to get dirty!
Classes are 2 hours long and meet weekly after school, rain or shine, for 4 weeks. Grade K – 2 sessions meet on Tuesdays from 4 – 6pm starting September 10 and Grade 3 – 5 sessions meet on Wednesdays from 3:30 – 5:30pm starting September 11. Additional sessions are offered in October and November.
Register HERE
The Horse Course
This is a class for grades K – 5. It begins with horse safety, how to approach a horse, grooming, leading pony rides and horse decorating. We then learn obstacle courses, horse walking, horse education, and pony cart driving.
Classes are 2 hours long and meet on Thursdays from 3:30 – 5:30 starting September 12. A second session is offered in October.
Register HERE
Teen & Adult Programs
Teen & Adult Goat Yoga (Ages 13+)
Join us for an outdoor evening or full moon yoga class featuring our friendly baby goats! Goat kids are naturally curious and playful and our little goats love to cuddle. While this may not be the most meditative and relaxing yoga class you’ve ever been to, it will surely be the most memorable.
Bring your own mat, blanket, or towel and clothing layers in case of colder weather. All yoga classes are taught by a certified yoga instructor. The class includes 50 minutes of yoga instruction with 10 minutes of goat cuddle and photos.
Sessions are scheduled on the following dates:
Thursday, Aug. 29 at 6:30pm
Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 6:00pm – Corn Moon Supermoon
Thursday, Oct. 16 at 6:00pm – Hunter’s Moon Supermoon
Register HERE
About Farmer’s Helpers at Chip-In Farm
Chip-In Farm was founded in 1944 when Couvee family members “chipped in” to purchase a small farm in Bedford, MA. Today, a visit brings you back to a simpler time when food was local, and farms were family run. Visit our farm store’s website for information about our locally sourced products, recipes and nutrition facts.
Farmer’s Helpers Community Education Programs at Chip-in Farm strive to create a space of acceptance, community and connection to nature and the environment. We look forward to introducing your family to life on the farm!
