Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center in Laconia, NH

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Fledglings Nature-Based Preschool

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Over 175 Community Connections Programs Annually

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Contact us about Naturalist in the Classroom & Field Trip opportunities.

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Registration for Winter, Spring, & Summer Camps Open Now!

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Exploring and preserving the natural world, one adventure at a time

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Community Connections Programs

Prescott Farm is dedicated to providing year-round environmental education programs for all ages and a place in the Lakes Region community that encourages curiosity, discovery, fun and connection to the natural world.

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Plan a Visit/Adventure Packs

Unplug, relax and explore our 160 acres of field, forest and gardens on our 3+ miles of nature trails and Natural Playscape, open 365 days per year from dawn until dusk. Or, Take your visit to the next level – try an Adventure Pack!

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WildQuest Day Camps

Our nature-themed WildQuest Day Camps offer children ages 5-14 the opportunity to explore, learn, and grow in nature through Quests, arts & crafts, games and activities.

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Get Involved

As a non-profit organization, Prescott Farm depends on donors, community business partners, members, volunteers and guests to help us carry out our mission to provide the New Hampshire Lakes Region with high-quality environmental education.

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Fledglings & Tadpoles Nature-Based Learning

Fledglings Nature-Based Preschool at Prescott Farm is a fully licensed program offering children ages 3 – 5 the educational foundation they need to succeed in school while awakening in each child a natural curiosity and respect for nature.

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For Schools

Our environmental educators will work with you to give your students an unforgettable experience in the natural world, at your school or here at the Farm.

News & Upcoming Events

	October 2023
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1 OFFICE CLOSED OFFICE CLOSED October 1, 2023 See more details •	2	3	4 Polliwogs: Hungry Gray Squirrel Polliwogs: Hungry Gray Squirrel October 4, 2023 10:00 am - 11:30 am Acorns are great, squirrels think they are yummy. Come on a scavenger hunt and collect many. We’ll use them to feed the hungry gray squirrel, in our counting game. Shshshsh let’s see how many squirrels we can see. A fun group for the littlest explorers amongst us! Join us and bring along your favorite grown-up for music, art, dancing and exploring; with Racci Raccoon! (puppet) Recommended ages: PreK with adult Physical Demand [1] = Activity is indoors or outside with up to 1/10 of a mile walking; includes both sitting and standing. Cost: $15 per adult/child pair REGISTER HERE See more details •	5	6	7 Eyes on the Sky: How Telescopes Work Eyes on the Sky: How Telescopes Work October 7, 2023 10:00 am - 11:00 am How do telescopes show us far away objects? Join us in trying simple experiments figure out how reflecting and refracting telescopes work. Ages: Adults and Older Youth (12+) Physical Demand: [1] Cost: $15 (FREE for members!) REGISTER HERE See more details Nature Crafts: Creating Autumnal Nature Wreaths Nature Crafts: Creating Autumnal Nature Wreaths October 7, 2023 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Nature’s autumn abundance will provide all the materials you will need for a decorative wreath. Use grape vines to form a base, and personalize your wreath with flowers, herbs, and other foraged, natural decorations. Recommended ages: Adults $25 per person ($10 for members) Physical demand: [1] Activity is indoors or outside with up to 1/10 of a mile walking; includes both sitting and standing REGISTER HERE See more details • •
8 OFFICE CLOSED OFFICE CLOSED October 8, 2023 See more details •	9	10	11 Polliwogs: Leaves Are Falling All Arounds Polliwogs: Leaves Are Falling All Arounds October 11, 2023 10:00 am - 11:30 am Use our giant color wheel while on an adventure walk. Pin leaves to the color wheel and see how many colors we have in our forest. What makes each leaf special? Let’s make a wreath with our leaves to take home! A fun group for the littlest explorers amongst us! Join us and bring along your favorite grown-up for music, art, dancing and exploring; with Racci Raccoon! (puppet) Recommended ages: PreK with adult Physical Demand [1] = Activity is indoors or outside with up to 1/10 of a mile walking; includes both sitting and standing. Cost: $15 per adult/child pair REGISTER HERE See more details •	12	13	14 Big Tree Tour Big Tree Tour October 14, 2023 10:00 am - 11:30 am Autumn in New Hampshire is all about trees and the colorful mix of fall foliage that abounds. Join us for an outdoor walk to some of Belknap County's "Champion Big Trees” as well as other huge, old trees and hear some fascinating fun facts about ecology, history, and how trees have adapted to New Hampshire's climate. Recommended ages: Adults $15 per person (FREE for members) Physical demand: [3] = Activity includes 1/2 - 1 mile of walking on uneven terrain; may include hills. REGISTER HERE See more details Natural Watercolors Part I: Making Watercolor Paints from Natural Elements Natural Watercolors Part I: Making Watercolor Paints from Natural Elements October 14, 2023 10:00 am - 11:30 am Learn how to create and use watercolor paints made from the colors that surround us in nature. In this two-part program, Larry Frates, Creative Arts Consultant to Prescott Farm, will teach you the hands-on process of making watercolor paints then inspire you to create your own watercolor painting. Ages: Adults Physical Demand [1] = Activity is indoors or outside with up to 1/10 of a mile walking; includes both sitting and standing Members: $10 Nonmembers: $25 REGISTER HERE See more details Candlemaking: Floating Beeswax Votives Candlemaking: Floating Beeswax Votives October 14, 2023 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Add a touch of seasonal whimsy to your table with these floating candles made from all natural ingredients Recommended ages: Adults $40 per person ($25 for members) Physical demand: [0] Activity is indoors and seated REGISTER HERE See more details • • •
15 OFFICE CLOSED OFFICE CLOSED October 15, 2023 See more details •	16	17	18 Polliwogs: Hoo Hoo & Moo Moo Polliwogs: Hoo Hoo & Moo Moo October 18, 2023 10:00 am - 11:30 am Animals have many sounds! Some live in the wild and some do not. Come learn about the different animals that live in New Hampshire. How do animals help and contribute on a farm and in the wild? We will hear a book about a sheep and maybe even feel some wool. A fun group for the littlest explorers amongst us! Join us and bring along your favorite grown-up for music, art, dancing and exploring; with Racci Raccoon! (puppet) Recommended ages: PreK with adult Physical Demand [1] = Activity is indoors or outside with up to 1/10 of a mile walking; includes both sitting and standing. Cost: $15 per adult/child pair REGISTER HERE See more details •	19	20	21 Garden to Table: Pumpkin Everything Garden to Table: Pumpkin Everything October 21, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Long before there was pumpkin-flavored everything, pumpkins were valued as a food staple throughout the Americas. Join us in our teaching kitchen to learn how to make pumpkin puree from real pumpkins that's better than the can and how it can be used in garden-to-table recipes that are both delicious and nutritious. Recommended ages: Adults $25 per person ($10 for members) Physical demand: [1] Activity is indoors or outside with up to 1/10 of a mile walking; includes both sitting and standing REGISTER HERE See more details Natural Watercolors Part II: Watercolor Paintings Using Natural Elements Natural Watercolors Part II: Watercolor Paintings Using Natural Elements October 21, 2023 10:00 am - 11:30 am Learn how to create and use watercolor paints made from the colors that surround us in nature. In this two-part program, Larry Frates, Creative Arts Consultant to Prescott Farm, will teach you the hands-on process of making watercolor paints then inspire you to create your own watercolor painting. Ages: Adults Physical Demand [1] = Activity is indoors or outside with up to 1/10 of a mile walking; includes both sitting and standing Members: $10 Nonmembers: $25 REGISTER HERE See more details Wild Mushroom Walk: In Depth Wild Mushroom Walk: In Depth October 21, 2023 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm This 3-hour session with the New Hampshire Mushroom Company gives time to dig deeper and take a more advanced look at the fascinating world of fungi. Whether you are new to mushrooms, have read a book or two, or are an experienced forager, you will leave with new knowledge and insights. Recommended ages: Adults $35 per person ($20 for members) Physical demand: [5] Activity includes 1 or more miles of walking on uneven terrain with hills; may include some off-trail walking. REGISTER HERE See more details Eyes on the Sky: Orionid Meteor Shower Eyes on the Sky: Orionid Meteor Shower October 21, 2023 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Bring a blanket and turn your eyes to the sky as we watch for meteors on the night of the Orionids Meteor Shower. We’ll find out what causes ‘shooting stars’ and make models of what happens when a meteor makes it through the atmosphere. Too cloudy? No worries! We'll gather inside for a tour of the winter night sky. Ages: Adults Physical Demand: [1] Activity is indoors or outside with up to 1/10 of a mile walking; includes both sitting and standing Cost: $15 (FREE for members!) REGISTER HERE See more details • • • •
22 OFFICE CLOSED OFFICE CLOSED October 22, 2023 See more details •	23	24	25	26	27	28 Fall Tree & Shrub ID Fall Tree & Shrub ID October 28, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Color abounds and leaves are falling. Join us as we amble through the woods, identify trees and shrubs, and learn more about the science behind falling leaves. Age: Adult Only Physical Demand: [4] REGISTER HERE See more details Nature Crafts: Autumn Inspired Paper Quilling Nature Crafts: Autumn Inspired Paper Quilling October 28, 2023 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Paperquilling is the art of turning small strips of colorful paper into decorative designs. Participants will learn to roll, shape, and glue paper into an autumn-inspired design. Recommended ages: Adults $15 per person (FREE for members) Physical demand: [1] Activity is indoors or outside with up to 1/10 of a mile walking; includes both sitting and standing REGISTER HERE See more details • •
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What they say about us

The traditional farm skills and wildlife habitat lessons taught and demonstrated in a natural environment by the staff nurtures and stimulates involvement by the children beyond anything they might experience elsewhere. It’s just rewarding to be involved, though even in such a small way, when you can see the results first hand.

The past few years as volunteers at Prescott Farm, Janice and I have been enriched with the opportunity to introduce youngsters to a dairy goat while experiencing the wonder and curiosity of the children as many meet face to face with their first farm animal.

We’ve enjoyed helping during both Harvest and Winter public events almost as much as reveling in the excitement as our grandchildren share what they’ve learned and enjoyed most at the end of each day at ‘camp’ during the drive home.