Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center in Laconia, NH

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Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center welcomes visitors year-round to explore over 160 acres of farmland, forest, and pastures.

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Pre-K Nature-Based Education

At Prescott Farm we offer nature-based learning in our Fledglings, Tadpoles and Polliwogs pre-K programs.

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Community Connections Programs

Prescott Farm offers a wide variety of educational programs that focus on hands-on learning and deep connections with nature – for all ages.

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Naturalist In The Classroom

Our Naturalist in the Classroom and Field Trip programs support teachers in local schools to provide place-based, hands-on lessons about nature.

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WildQuest Camps

Prescott Farm’s environmentally-focused WildQuest Camps offer kids the opportunity to explore, learn, and grow in nature with hands-on learning.

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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. 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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Schools & Youth Groups

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

	August 2026
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						1 Homemade Pasta Making Homemade Pasta Making August 1, 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Innovation Center-Main-Teaching Kitchen-Teaching Kitchen (Main Room) (32) 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 Register here See more details Making Your Own Watercolor Paint Making Your Own Watercolor Paint August 1, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Connector-Main-Helen's Meeting Room (16) Ages: Adults (16 & up) Brought to you by Nature Inspires Art with Larry Frates, this workshop will focus on making your own watercolor paints using all natural pigments. Participants will use a hands-on process of mixing, mulling and making color blocks for use in the future. Each participant will leave with a basic watercolor set. The importance of Natural Earth Pigments in your studio will also be discussed. 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 Register here See more details • •
2 OFFICE CLOSED OFFICE CLOSED August 2, 2026 See more details •	3	4	5 Polliwogs-Garden to Tummies-Salsa Making Day Polliwogs-Garden to Tummies-Salsa Making Day August 5, 2026 10:00 am - 11:30 am Garden to Tummies-Salsa Making Day ________________________________________ From garden to table! Children harvest fresh tomatoes, then safely chop herbs, peppers, and other garden vegetables to create their own fresh salsa to take home. Through this experience: Children build independence, fine motor skills, and understanding of where food comes from through real harvesting and food preparation. Primary Learning Domain: Fine Motor ________________________________________ 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: [2] = Activity includes up to 1/2 mile of walking on uneven terrain; no steep slopes. Cost: $15 per adult/child pair Register here See more details •	6	7 Garden-to-Table Series: Making French-Style Potato Salad Garden-to-Table Series: Making French-Style Potato Salad August 7, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Innovation Center-Main-Teaching Kitchen-Teaching Kitchen (Main Room) (32) Join us as we explore the garden, harvest fresh herbs and potatoes. We'll make a light vinaigrette dressing for our potatoes and herbs, and combine them all to make a delicious and nutritious potato salad. Recommended Ages: 6-14* Physical Demand: [2] = Activity includes up to 1/2 mile of walking on uneven terrain; no steep slopes. Cost: $20 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. Register here See more details •	8 Herb-Infused Oils & Salves Herb-Infused Oils & Salves August 8, 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Innovation Center-Main-Teaching Kitchen-Teaching Kitchen (Main Room) (32) Ages: Adults (16 & up) Learn to use commonly found and grown herbs to make simple yet highly useful herb-infused oils and salves. In this workshop, we will use dried herbs, such as calendula or plantain, for products to take home before you are able to grow or harvest your own herbs this coming growing season! 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 Register here See more details •
9 OFFICE CLOSED OFFICE CLOSED August 9, 2026 See more details •	10	11	12 Polliwogs-Garden Party Picnic-Charcuterie Style Polliwogs-Garden Party Picnic-Charcuterie Style August 12, 2026 10:00 am - 11:30 am Garden Party Picnic-Charcuterie Style ________________________________________ A joyful end-of-summer celebration! Children enjoy a relaxed garden picnic with beautiful snack boards, music, movement, and time together outdoors at Prescott Farm. Through this experience: Children build connection, belonging, and appreciation for seasonal rhythms and community through shared outdoor celebration. Primary Learning Domain: Social / Emotional ________________________________________ 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: [2] = Activity includes up to 1/2 mile of walking on uneven terrain; no steep slopes. Cost: $15 per adult/child pair Register here See more details •	13	14 Garden-to-Table Series: Summer Garden Saute Garden-to-Table Series: Summer Garden Saute August 14, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Innovation Center-Main-Teaching Kitchen-Teaching Kitchen (Main Room) (32) Join us as we explore the garden, harvest fresh herbs and produce, then learn how to chop, season, and make a simple sauté together. Along the way, we'll discover how fresh ingredients and basic cooking skills turn garden harvests into a delicious meal. Recommended Ages: 6-14* Physical Demand: [2] = Activity includes up to 1/2 mile of walking on uneven terrain; no steep slopes. Cost: $20 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. Register here See more details •	15 Homemade Dairy and Non-Dairy Ice Cream Homemade Dairy and Non-Dairy Ice Cream August 15, 2026 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Innovation Center-Main-Teaching Kitchen-Teaching Kitchen (Main Room) (32) Ages: Adults (16 & up) Ice cream in summer, what could be better? Come learn to make your own ice cream from scratch as we make two different ice creams--one with dairy and one non-dairy--utilizing fresh, local ingredients including Prescott Farm honey or maple syrup, and seasonal herbs or berries from the garden. 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 Register here See more details •
16 OFFICE CLOSED OFFICE CLOSED August 16, 2026 See more details •	17	18	19	20	21 Garden-to-Table Series: Making Sourdough Popovers Garden-to-Table Series: Making Sourdough Popovers August 21, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Innovation Center-Main-Teaching Kitchen-Teaching Kitchen (Main Room) (32) Join us as we explore the garden and harvest fresh herbs. Participants will mix and bake homemade sourdough popovers flavored with the herbs they gathered. Along the way, they’ll learn simple cooking skills and enjoy a warm, garden-inspired treat. Recommended Ages: 6-14* Physical Demand: [2] = Activity includes up to 1/2 mile of walking on uneven terrain; no steep slopes. Cost: $20 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. Register here See more details •	22 Sauerkraut and Veggie Fermentation Sauerkraut and Veggie Fermentation August 22, 2026 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Innovation Center-Main-Teaching Kitchen-Teaching Kitchen (Main Room) (32) Ages: Adults (16 & up) How can you preserve your garden’s abundance and give a boost to your gut health? Try fermentation! Sample and learn how to make delicious fermented veggies that will delight your taste buds and add variety to your autumn table. Participants will go home with a jar of sauerkraut and a jar of pickles, ready to finish fermenting 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: $35 Non-Members; $20 Members Register here See more details •
23 OFFICE CLOSED OFFICE CLOSED August 23, 2026 See more details •	24	25	26	27	28 Garden-to-Table Series: Making Homemade Pizza Garden-to-Table Series: Making Homemade Pizza August 28, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Innovation Center-Main-Teaching Kitchen-Teaching Kitchen (Main Room) (32) 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: [2] = Activity includes up to 1/2 mile of walking on uneven terrain; no steep slopes. Cost: $20 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. Register here See more details •	29 Elderberry Syrup for Year-Round Health Elderberry Syrup for Year-Round Health August 29, 2026 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Innovation Center-Main-Teaching Kitchen-Teaching Kitchen (Main Room) (32) Ages: Adults (16 & up) Elderberry syrup provides an antiviral boost for the immune system that can shorten the duration of colds and flus. Learn how to safely harvest and process black elderberries into a delicious syrup to take home. 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 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.