Prescott Farm

Step into the cool, shady forest to discover the secret world of amphibians! Students learn what makes frogs and salamanders unique, where they live, and why they love moist habitats. With careful, respectful searching, kids explore logs, leaf litter, and small water sources to spot amphibians in their natural homes.

Recommended Ages: 6-14*

Physical Demand: [4] = Activity includes around 1 mile of walking on trails with uneven terrain and hills.

Cost: $15 per child. No charge for accompanying adult.

*Siblings of children outside of this age range are welcome to attend. Anyone 3 years or older at the time of the program must be registered.

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Ages: Adults (16 & Up)

Natural objects provide us with opportunities to create drawings, paintings, inks, charcoal and tools to apply simple paints to a variety of natural surfaces. This workshop will allow us to explore the outdoor surroundings of Prescott Farm, collect a variety of natural materials and return to our indoor studio space to create some uniquely original projects.

Physical Demand: [1] = Activity is indoors or outside with up to 1/10 of a mile walking; includes both sitting and standing.

Cost: $25 Non-Members; $10 Members

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Let’s make something really special with fresh maple syrup: maple candy! Participants will work together to turn maple syrup into two styles of maple candy to enjoy. We will also taste test maple sap and the different grades of syrup.

Physical Demand [1] = Activity is indoors or outside with up to 1/10 of a mile walking; includes both sitting and standing. 

Ages: Multigenerational

Cost: $30 (Non-Members); $15 for Members

Ages: Multigenerational 

Join us for a spring salamander gander to learn about our fascinating native salamanders. We will explore their biology, habitat, and ecological importance. We will also discuss the Big Night: the critical, rainy spring migration when these amphibians move to vernal pools for breeding, and highlight local conservation efforts.

Physical Demand: [3] = Activity includes 1/2-1 mile of walking on uneven terrain; may include hills.

Cost: $15 Non-Members; FREE for Members

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Step into the forest for fun and adventure! Students play active trail games that encourage teamwork, observation, and problem-solving while exploring the natural world. From scavenger hunts to nature tag, kids enjoy movement, fresh air, and imaginative play along the forest trail.

Recommended Ages: 6-14*

Physical Demand: [3] = Activity includes 1/2-1 mile of walking on uneven terrain; may include hills.

Cost: $15 per child. No charge for accompanying adult.

*Siblings of children outside of this age range are welcome to attend. Anyone 3 years or older at the time of the program must be registered.

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Ages: Adults (16 & Up)

Come to this hands-on workshop to learn techniques for making and rolling fresh egg pasta dough. After making the pasta dough, we will turn it into delicious ravioli and ribbon-style noodles. We'll top our pasta with a seasonally-inspired sauce to enjoy together at the end.

Physical Demand: [1] = Activity is indoors or outside with up to 1/10 of a mile walking; includes both sitting and standing.

Cost: $35 Non-Members; $20 Members

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Ages: Adults (16 & Up)

Learn how bees turn plant nectar into beeswax, enjoy the sweet aroma of natural beeswax as you make your own rolled beeswax candles to enjoy at home or give as gifts!

Physical Demand: [1] = Activity is indoors or outside with up to 1/10 of a mile walking; includes both sitting and standing.

Cost: $35 Non-Members; $20 Members

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Ages: Adults (16 & Up)

Delicious and nutritious, mushrooms are a culinary treat. Learn how to grow shiitake and wine cap mushrooms at home. Participants will home with a fully inoculated log and sawdust inoculated with winecaps so you can enjoy your own freshly harvested mushrooms as early as later this year!

Physical Demand: [1] = Activity is indoors or outside with up to 1/10 of a mile walking; includes both sitting and standing.

Cost: $30 Non-Members; $15 Members

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Ages: Adults (16 & Up)

Learn to bake your own from scratch using a sourdough starter! We'll discuss how to start and keep a sourdough culture alive and use it to make breads and many other baked goodies, including a loaf of bread to finish at home and  biscuits that use the sourdough discard to enjoy at the end of the class. You will also go home with some sourdough starter to continue your sourdough baking journey.   Participants should bring a bag lunch for this 4 hour class, a container to transport their unbaked sourdough, and a small jar for their starter.

Physical Demand: [1] = Activity is indoors or outside with up to 1/10 of a mile walking; includes both sitting and standing.

Cost: $40 Non-Members; $25 Members

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Ages: Adults (16 & Up)

Delicious and nutritious, mushrooms are a culinary treat. Learn how to grow shiitake and wine cap mushrooms at home. Participants will home with a fully inoculated log and sawdust inoculated with winecaps so you can enjoy your own freshly harvested mushrooms as early as later this year!

Physical Demand: [1] = Activity is indoors or outside with up to 1/10 of a mile walking; includes both sitting and standing.

Cost: $30 Non-Members; $15 Members

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Roll up your sleeves and become a pizza chef! Students learn how to make pizza dough, prepare fresh toppings, make tomato sauce, create cheese from milk, and bake their own personal pizzas. Through hands-on cooking, children practice measuring, mixing, kneading, and assembling while enjoying the fun of creating a meal from scratch.  

Recommended Ages: 6-14*

Physical Demand: [1] = Activity is indoors or outside with up to 1/10 of a mile walking; includes both sitting and standing. 

Cost: $25 per child. No charge for accompanying adult.

*Siblings of children outside of this age range are welcome to attend. Anyone 3 years or older at the time of the program must be registered.

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Ages: Adults (16 & Up)

Join Professional Baker and Pastry Instructor Chef Allen to create a perfect and realistic edible cupcake flower arrangement. After mastering the technique for making the perfect buttercream frosting, participants will practice various piping techniques for realistic-looking flowers, including dahlias, hydrangeas, roses, daisies, sunflowers, and more. Participants will leave the program with their decorated cupcakes as well as the skills to confidently make more cupcake bouquets at home.

Physical Demand: [1] = Activity is indoors or outside with up to 1/10 of a mile walking; includes both sitting and standing.

Cost: $50 Non-Members; $35 Members

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Ages: Adults & Older Youth (12 & Up)

Discover the joy of birding! This introductory workshop will teach you essential skills, including identifying common birds by sight and sound, choosing the right binoculars, and understanding key bird habitats. Perfect for beginners, you'll learn how to use field guides and start appreciating the birds in your backyard and local nature areas!

Physical Demand: [3] = Activity includes 1/2-1 mile of walking on uneven terrain; may include hills.

Cost: $15 Non-Members; FREE for Members

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