Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center in Laconia, NH

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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WildQuest Day Camps – Registration Now Open!

Our nature-themed WildQuest Day Camps offer children ages 4-14 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 Preschool

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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Plan a Visit

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.

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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

Full Moon Snowshoe Walk for Adults

Tuesday, February 19, 2019⋅ 6:00 – 7:30 pm

Description: Our environmental educator will guide you on a moonlit walk and encourage you to use your senses to explore Prescott Farm in a different and special way. You will learn to identify several constellations in the night sky, discuss the habits of several nocturnal animals, and practice your own night vision abilities. Please wear boots and dress appropriately for the weather. Snowshoes will be available if you don’t already have your own.

$15 ($12 Members; FREE for Upgraded Members!)

Our Big Backyard Series: Winter

Saturday, January 12th // 10:00 – 11:30 am ” Track Detectives” and Friday, February 15th // 6:00-7:30 pm “Let’s Go Owling!”

Our Big Backyard Series welcomes all curious adults and children 7-10 years-old for the Winter “Our Big Backyard” series, a series of programs covering topics related to the seasons and geared towards getting outside to discover new things in the natural world. $8 per person (FREE for Upgraded Members*) There is always something exciting to discover on our treks around Prescott Farm! For ages 7-10, with an adult; Light activity. Click here to learn more!
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	February 2019
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				1	2 Introduction to Animal Tracking [ADULTS] Introduction to Animal Tracking [ADULTS] February 2, 2019 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Rd, Laconia, NH 03246, USA Tracks always tell a fascinating story! Learn the basics of animal tracking on this interactive walk and gain the skills to better determine what our animal neighbors are up to in the winter. $15 ($12 Members; FREE for Upgraded Members!) REGISTER ONLINE See more details •	3
4	5 Introduction to Organic Gardening: Planning the Garden [SERVICE LEARNING - ADULTS] Introduction to Organic Gardening: Planning the Garden [SERVICE LEARNING - ADULTS] February 5, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Winter is the best time to plan the garden. Join us for some tips and tricks to get to know both Prescott Farm’s Learning Garden and your own growing space. Help us plan our garden for the year and walk away with your garden plan for this growing season. FREE with commitment to volunteering at Prescott Farm after the initial training date! REGISTER ONLINE Coming Up... March 12; 6:00-7:30 - Starting Seeds April 16; 6:00-7:30 - Preparing the Soil May 14; 6:00-7:30 - Planting & Transplanting June 4; 6:00-7:30 - Weed ID & Maintenance September 10; 6:00-7:30 - Harvest & Seed Saving October 8; 6:00-7:30 - Putting the Garden to Bed See more details •	6	7	8	9 Maple Sugaring Volunteer Training [SERVICE LEARNING - ADULTS] Maple Sugaring Volunteer Training [SERVICE LEARNING - ADULTS] February 9, 2019 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Rd, Laconia, NH 03246, USA Have you always been interested in making maple syrup but don’t know where to start or lack the trees or time for your own sugaring operation? In this more program you will learn the basics – everything from tree ID to the correct consistency of the finished maple syrup – starting in the classroom and then outside as we prepare our sugarhouse and trees for the upcoming sugaring season. You’ll then put your knowledge into practice as a volunteer during one or more of our public education programs in March. On this day (or days!) you'll keep the fire going and monitor sap boiling, carry sap to the sugar house, and assist our educators with other aspects of the public program. Participants must be 18+ and in good physical condition (able to use snowshoes, hike uphill and lift buckets of sap). REGISTER ONLINE See more details •	10
11	12	13	14	15 Our Big Backyard Series: Let's Go Owling! [FAMILIES] Our Big Backyard Series: Let's Go Owling! [FAMILIES] February 15, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Rd, Laconia, NH 03246, USA Have you ever heard an owl call that sounds like “Who-cooks-for-you-who-cooks-for-you-all?” That's a barred owl! This time of year they are starting their mating season and are quite vocal. We'll start inside with the story Owl Moon and then put on our listening ears as we explore areas we're most likely to hear them! $8/person ($6 Members; FREE for Upgraded Members!) Min. 2 participants per party (adult must accompany child) For families with children ages 7-11 REGISTER ONLINE Coming up in the Our Big Backyard Series... April 27; 10:00-11:30 - Amazing Vernal Pools May 25; 10:00-11:30 - The Forest in Bloom June 22; 10:00-11:30 - Spring at the Pond July 27; 10:00-11:30 - Pollinators August 17; 10:00-11:30 - Plants to Plates September 21; 10:00-11:30 - Amazing Mushrooms October 19; 10:00- 11:30 - Creepy Crawly Myth Busters! November 2; 10:00- 11:30 - Fly Away or Stay? December 14; 10:00- 11:30 - Gifts of the Night Tree See more details •	16 Snowshoe Yoga [ADULTS] Snowshoe Yoga [ADULTS] February 16, 2019 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Rd, Laconia, NH 03246, USA Get outside this winter and enjoy the outdoors while doing yoga! We will hike for a bit to warm up before enjoying yoga in our snowshoes outside in the fresh air. We will finish by learning about and practicing a walking meditation, all while enjoying the beautiful and peaceful trails at Prescott Farm. This particular hike is mostly flat and perfect for a winter day! Guest Instructor: Kate Kretschmer $25 ($22.50 Members; $17 for Upgraded Members!) REGISTER ONLINE Please note: One more Snowshoe Yoga class will be held on March 23 from 10:00-12:00! See more details •	17
18	19 Moonlit Snowshoe Walk [ADULTS] Moonlit Snowshoe Walk [ADULTS] February 19, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Rd, Laconia, NH 03246, USA Our environmental educators will guide you on a moonlit walk and encourage you to use your senses to explore Prescott Farm in a different and special way. You will learn to identify several constellations in the night sky, discuss the habits of several nocturnal animals, and practice your own night vision abilities. Please wear boots and dress appropriately for the weather. Snowshoes will be provided as needed. $15 ($12 Members; FREE for Upgraded Members!) REGISTER ONLINE Upcoming Moonlit Walks.... Friday, April 19; 7:30-9:00 - Moonlit Hike [FAMILIES] Saturday, May 18; 8:00-9:30 - Moonlit Hike [ADULTS] See more details •	20	21	22	23	24
25	26 Community Seed Swap Potluck Community Seed Swap Potluck February 26, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Rd, Laconia, NH 03246, USA Join us for a cozy evening dreaming of our gardens past and future! After months of snow and ice covering your precious soil, it is time to start thinking again about spring and seeds. We'll learn more about the gardens at Prescott Farm and share seeds, food, and stories. Bring leftover, likely viable seeds from last year's packets or seeds you've saved yourself, and a side dish or dessert (with listed ingredients). RSVP by calling us at (603) 366-5695 See more details •	27	28

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.