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Speaker Series: A Ye…
Speaker Series: A Year in the Life of the Honeybee
June 1, 2023 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Honeybees are most noticeable in the summer, but they are busy all year long. This talk will take a look at the year of a honeybee, and what non-beekeepers can do to support them. We will also discuss other bee species and how they are similar and differ from honey bees.
Ages: Adults
Physical Demand: [0] Entire activity is indoors and seated.
Cost: $15 (FREE for Members)
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Garden to Table: Eas…
Garden to Table: Easy Composting at Home
June 3, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Turn food and garden waste into nutrients that replenish the soil and reduce trash in our landfills. Learn the dos and don'ts of composting, how to build a simple but functional compost bin, and what it takes to make your compost really cook!
Recommended ages: Youth + Adult
$25 per person ($10 for members)
Physical demand: [2] = Activity includes up to 1/2 mile of walking on uneven terrain; no steep slopes.
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Workshops on the Farm: Invasive Plants
June 3, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
The Lakes Region has become home to a variety of non-native plants that often compete with native species and wreak havoc on the land. Join the Belknap County Forester, to learn how and why some plants are problematic and recommended practices for dealing with them. This program will involve some walking on uneven ground as we visit some of the sites where invasive plants are growing at Prescott Farm and get some hands-on practice in identification and effective eradication techniques. Appropriate footwear is required.
Ages: Adults
Physical Demand: [5] Activity includes 1 or more miles of walking on uneven terrain with hills; may include some off-trail walking.
This is a FREE program for all guests
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Polliwogs: Colors Al…
Polliwogs: Colors All Around
June 7, 2023 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Come collect colors from the forest. Can we find all the colors in the rainbow? We will make natural tie dye to dip ribbons into. Then we will sing, twirl and ribbon dance around!
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
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Homegrown Wellness: Making Plantain Oil to Soothe the Sting
June 10, 2023 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Plantain, a common weed of lawns and fields, also holds amazing healing properties for bee stings and skin rashes. Learn how to collect plantain leaves and preserve its healing properties in an oil and salve for year-round use.
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: $25 ($10 for Members)
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Wilderness Skills: Geocaching -The Nature Treasure Hunting Game
June 10, 2023 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Geocaching uses the GPS capability of your smartphone to gamify outdoor exploration (and it's a fun way to entice children and adults to go outside!) Join us for a geocaching treasure hunt at Prescott Farm and learn about this engaging pastime which is available for free the whole world over!
Recommended ages: Youth + Adult
$15 (FREE for members)
Physical demand: [5] = Activity includes 1 or more miles of walking on uneven terrain with hills; may include some off-trail walking.
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Wilderness Skills: Poisonous Plants & Hazards
June 17, 2023 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join us as we wander around Prescott Farm and learn about natural hazards and poisonous plants on the landscape. Explore strategies for avoiding wasps, poison ivy, and ticks. Practice identifying common poisonous plants.
Recommended ages: Adults & Older Youth (12+)
$15 (FREE for members)
Physical demand: [5] = Activity includes 1 or more miles of walking on uneven terrain with hills; may include some off-trail walking.
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Life in the Fields T…
Life in the Fields Tractor Tours
June 24, 2023 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Learn about the animals that live in and around Prescott Farm’s open fields and see for yourself why fields and grassland habitats are worth protecting. This unique program is delivered from the vantage point of a tractor-drawn wagon. No walking required!
Recommended ages: Multigenerational
$20 ($5 for members)
Physical demand: [0] = Activity includes 1 or more miles of walking on uneven terrain with hills; may include some off-trail walking.
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