A Year-Round Nature Immersive Destination
A homeschool series to bring you and your child closer to nature in an outdoor classroom.
OUr homeschool programs are hands-on experiences and align with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and NH Social Studies Frameworks. Sign up for one or all programs in the series!
Have a homeschool group and want to schedule you own Program? Visit our Field Trips Page to Schedule a Private Program.
For questions on any of our Homeschool programs, contact Phoebe Hartvigsen (she/her) Camp & School-Age Programs Director at: phartvigsen@prescottfarm.org
Upcoming 2025 Programs
Firemaking & Campfire Cooking
Homeschool
Wednesday, January 8th; 9:30 am-Noon
Learn how to gather tinder, kindling, and fuel to build a simple tipi style fire. Assemble a campfire pizza, cook it over your fire, and then enjoy your delicious snack!
Recommended Ages: 6-14
Physical Demand [2] = Activity includes up to ½ mile walking on uneven terrain; no steep slopes
Cost: $15 per child. No charge for accompanying an adult.
Animal Tracking in the Snow
Homeschool
Wednesday, January 22nd; 9:30 am-Noon
Not all New Hampshire animals hibernate or migrate. There are lots of native animals who live in NH year round! Join us to learn how they survive and practice reading their tracks to know what they’re up to.
Recommended Ages: 6-14
Physical Demand [3] = Activity includes 1/2-1 mile of walking on uneven terrain; may include hills
Cost: $15 per child. No charge for accompanying an adult.
Snowshoe Winter Exploration
Homeschool
Wednesday, February 5th; 12:30-3 pm
Learn the basics of snowshoeing–how to put them on, how to turn and go uphill or down, and then have some winter fun with them on the trails here at Prescott Farm!
Recommended Ages: 6-14
Physical Demand [4] = Activity includes around 1 mile of walking on trails with uneven terrain and hills
Cost: $15 per child. No charge for accompanying an adult.
Homeschool Policies and Details
Program Costs
- All programs are $15/child, unless otherwise noted.
- 1 adult for every participating child (same adult may be used for siblings)
Weather
Children dressed for the weather are happy children. All programs at our site are outdoor experiences, so please have children and accompanying adults prepared for the temperature and weather extremes of New Hampshire. This includes jackets, hats, rain gear, and appropriate close-toed footwear. If the weather is severe, we will try to reschedule the program where openings are available.
First Aid and Safety
Parents are responsible for any first aid needs during their program. Three AEDs are located on the property: in the Pardoe Education Center near the main parking lot, the Innovation Center, and the Connector.
