Farmer’s Helpers at Chip-in Farm is pleased to offer expanded programming for everyone – from preschoolers to adults – to explore, discover and learn about farm life.

Our baby goats are particularly excited to welcome you to the farm! During our yoga classes they may not be the most attentive students, but these gentle animals are incredibly social, curious, and love to cuddle with visitors of all ages.

Here is an updated listing of our programs organized by age group, with a registration link at the end of each class description. For classes with registration via Bedford Department of Recreation, you do not need to be a resident to sign up. Classes that are not listed are full.

Preschool Programs

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.

• • Monday, June 3, 1:00 – 1:45
  • Monday, June 10, 9:00 – 9:45
  • Monday, June 17, 11:30 – 12:15
  • Monday, June 24, 9:00 – 9:45

Register HERE 

Preschool Goat Yoga (Ages 2 – 5)

Join us for a yoga class that features our friendly baby goats. Led by a certified instructor, move, stretch, explore animal poses and play with the goats! Goat treats and cuddle time are also provided. Classes take place outside, so please dress for the weather and bring a yoga mat or blanket.

Class length is 25 minutes. Parents & caregivers and siblings under 1 are welcome at no additional cost.

• Saturday, June 8, 9:00 – 9:45
• Tuesday, July 16, 4:30 – 5:30

Register HERE

Summer Preschool Weeks (Ages 2.5 – 5)

Children will help care for the animals each day before we embark on our nature exploration. We will spend the majority of the day outdoor and in the barn so please be sure to dress for the weather. Children should bring a snack. This 4-day session meets on Tuesday – Friday from 9am – 3pm.

• • Session 1: 6/11-6/14 (limited availability)

Register HERE

Grades K – 5 Programs

Goats & Giggles (Ages 6 – 13)

Children 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.

• • Monday, June 10, 10:15 – 11:00
  • Monday, June 24, 10:15 – 11:00

Register HERE

Grades K – 5 Summer Programs

Farmer’s Helpers offers full and half day programs throughout the summer, with separate sessions for ages K-2 and 3-5. Kids will participate in farm chores such as feeding and caring for the animals and searching for chicken eggs. They will also 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! These 4-day sessions meet rain or shine on Tuesday – Friday.  Full day sessions meet from 9am – 3pm, Half-day sessions meet from 9am – 12pm. Bring a snack for the half day, and a snack and lunch for the full day program.

Grades K-2

• • Session 2: 7/9-7/12 (full day session only)
  • Session 3: 8/13-8/16 (full day session only)
  • Session 4: 8/20-8/23

Grades 3-5

• • Session 1: 7/16-7/19
  • Session 2: 7/23-7/26

Register HERE

Teen & Adult Programs

Evening & Full Moon 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.

• Friday, May 24, 6:00 – 7:00
• Thursday, May 23, 6:30 – 7:30 – Flower Full Moon
• Monday, June 3, 6:00 – 7:00
• Monday, June 10, 6:00 – 7:00
• Monday, June 17, 6:00 – 7:00
• Friday, June 21, 6:30 – 7:30 – Strawberry Moon
• Monday, June 24, 6:00 – 7:00
• Sunday, July 21, 6:30 – 7:30 – Buck Moon
• Monday, August 19, 6:30 – 7:30 – Sturgeon Moon
• Wednesday, September 18, 6:30 – 7:30 – Corn Moon
• Thursday, October 17, 6:30 – 7:30 – Hunter’s Moon

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!