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Learn how to safely make your very own soap. We will cover the basics of the soapmaking process and the equipment required to make more at home. Each participant will take home about 10 bars of seasonally scented soap to enjoy.

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

Ages: Adults

Cost: $40 (Non-Members); $25 for Members

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The personal nature writing essay is the place where the living world and our experience of it meets on the page. In this winter writing workshop, participants will learn how to put words and sentences together and structure experience in nature into a narrative. Start by spending time outdoors in silence: walking Prescott Farm’s trails or sitting quietly and allowing your senses to take in the world around you. You’ll come back inside for hot tea, conversation, and writing prompts. With a collection of small winter wonders from the natural world, and our experiences of the season,  practice weaving together nature writing and memoir, and work to outline the beginnings of a short, lyrical essay.
 
Physical Demand [2] = Activity includes up to ½ mile walking on uneven terrain; no steep slopes

Ages: Adults & older Youth

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

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This hands-on workshop will cover the basics of how to make simple, delicious cheese in your own kitchen. We will cover equipment, supplies, and basic techniques used to make most types of cheese. Each participant will take part in making a batch of fresh mozzarella, ricotta, and paneer which will be made from start to finish in the class. Participants will take home instructions and a set of ingredients (minus the milk) to make a batch or two at home.

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

Ages: Adults 

Cost: $35 (Non-Members); $20 for Members

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Leaves are not the only way to identify trees and, in fact ,winter lends itself to using bark, buds, fruit and plant architecture to identify woody plants. Join us as we amble through the woods at Prescott Farm to identify common New England trees and shrubs.

Snowshoes or snow cleats available (no extra charge) to borrow or guests may bring their own.

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

Ages: Adults 

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

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Explore Prescott Farm in a different and special way. Inspired by the weather and the dynamic calendar of the natural world, topics discussed on our moonlit walk will vary but may include: identifying constellations, habits of nocturnal animals, and testing your own night vision abilities.

Snowshoes available (no extra charge) to borrow or guests may bring their own.

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

Ages: Adults 

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

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Join us as use fresh veggies to make delicious, homemade pizza. Whether you prefer a Margherita pizza or a spicier arugula and balsamic, a traditional crust or gluten free, this fun and tasty class will delight your senses.

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

Ages: Adults 

Cost: $35 (Non-Members); $20 for Members

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Larry Frates' metal embossing workshop introduces participants to the art of creating intricate designs on soft metal using stylus tools. In this hands-on class, attendees will learn techniques for embossing and engraving, working on both the front and back of metal sheets to create raised or indented patterns. With demonstrations led by Larry, participants can explore their creativity while mastering this unique medium, often incorporating upcycled materials for added sustainability and innovation.

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

Ages: Adults 

Cost: $25 (Non-Members); $10 for Members

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This family oriented program combines a wonderful winter snowshoe hike with various trail activities utilizing our five senses.

Snowshoes available (no extra charge) to borrow or guests may bring their own.

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

Ages: Multigenerational 

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

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