Naturalist Led Walks/Snowshoes Join a naturalist for a fun hike around the trails at Prescott Farm. We’ll enjoy the sights and sounds of nature and stop to admire fun rocks along the way. Recommended Ages: Multigenerational Naturalist Led Walks/Snowshoes 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. Snowshoes available (no extra charge) to borrow or guests may bring their own. Recommended Ages: Adults Wellness Immerse yourself in the peacefulness of nature as you practice yoga on snowshoes! Snowshoes help keep you on top of the snow and provide a more stable base. Experience inner calm and a sense of wellness in nature with yoga poses, a guided walking meditation, and this introduction to shinrin-yoku, or “forest bathing.” All experience levels welcome and accommodated. Snowshoes available (no extra charge) to borrow or guests may bring their own. Recommended Ages: Adults Crafts Join us for a beginner needle felt class. We’ll learn the basics of needle felting and each participant will take home a felted New Hampshire animal. Recommended Ages: Adults Wellness Mindfulness and meditation have emerged in recent years as a very beneficial form of self-care. Join guest instructor Clare Persson, OT to learn the practice of mindful eating and explore how this approach to mindfulness can help you feel great! Recommended Ages: Adults Naturalist Led Walks/Snowshoes 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. Snowshoes available (no extra charge) to borrow or guests may bring their own. Recommended Ages: Adults Crafts 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. Recommended Ages: Adults Wellness Mindfulness and meditation are all the buzz when it comes to self-care. Join guest instructor Clare Persson, OT to experience guided meditation and journaling or sign up for all four classes in this series and explore four different approaches to mindfulness meditation that can help you connect to YOU! Recommended Ages: AdultsJanuary 2024 Community Connection Programs Click to Expand
January 1st-6th
Winter Big Rock Hike
Saturday, January 6; 10 am-12 pm
Physical Demand [3] = Activity includes 1/2-1 mile of walking on uneven terrain; may include hills
Cost: $15 (Non-Members); FREE for Members
January 7th-13th
Tracking NH Wildlife
Saturday, January 13; 10 am-12 pm
Physical Demand [3] = Activity includes 1/2-1 mile of walking on uneven terrain; may include hills
Cost: $15 (Non-Members); FREE for Members
January 14th-20th
Snowshoe Yoga
Saturday, January 20; 10 am-12 pm
Physical Demand [4] = Activity includes around 1 mile of walking on trails with uneven terrain and hills
Cost: $32 (Non-Members); $17 for MembersNeedle Felted Animals
Saturday, January 20; 1-3 pm
Physical Demand [0] = Entire activity is indoors and seated
Cost: $30 (Non-Members); $15 for Members
Intro to Mindfulness Meditation: Mindful Eating
Saturday, January 20; 1-3 pm
Physical Demand [0] = Entire activity is indoors and seated
Cost: $40 (Non-Members); $25 for Members
January 21st-27th
Full Moon Snowshoe Hike
Friday, January 26; 5-6:30 pm
Physical Demand [4] = Activity includes around 1 mile of walking on trails with uneven terrain and hills
Cost: $15 (Non-Members); FREE for MembersBeginner Soap Making
Saturday, January 27; 10 am-12 pm
Physical Demand [0] = Entire activity is indoors and seated
Cost: $35 (Non-Members); $20 for Members
Intro to Mindfulness Meditation: Guided Meditation & Journaling
Saturday, January 27; 1-2:30 pm
Physical Demand [0] = Entire activity is indoors and seated
Cost: $40 (Non-Members); $25 for Members
Naturalist Led Walks/Snowshoes 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. Recommended Ages: Adults Crafts Discover the drawing and painting technique of oil pastels. The session will provide hands-on instruction, all of the materials, the variety of oil pastels available, their application characteristics, background information of how oil pastels were created and, of course, Studio Time to create your personal creative piece based on Nature. Recommended Ages: Adults Cooking Winter storage crops, such as winter squash, carrots, onions, and potatoes are hearty enough to be stored and used for winter recipes. Come make roasted acorn squash rings, root vegetable soup, and a roasted root vegetable dish. While you enjoy your dishes, learn some ideas on crops you can grow at home to store for next winter. Registration closes the day before this class begins. Please call for availability for same day registration. Recommended Ages: Adults Cooking Learn to bake your own from scratch using a sourdough starter! We’ll discuss how to start and keep a sourdough culture alive and use it to make breads and many other baked goodies, including a loaf of bread to finish at home and a biscuits that uses the sourdough discard to enjoy at the end of the class. Participants will also go home with some sourdough starter to continue your sourdough baking journey. Registration closes the day before this class begins. Please call for availability for same day registration. Recommended Ages: Adults Wellness Immerse yourself in the peacefulness of nature as you practice yoga on snowshoes! Snowshoes help keep you on top of the snow and provide a more stable base. Experience inner calm and a sense of wellness in nature with yoga poses, a guided walking meditation, and this introduction to shinrin-yoku, or “forest bathing.” All experience levels welcome and accommodated. Snowshoes available (no extra charge) to borrow or guests may bring their own. Recommended Ages: Adults Crafts Join us for a beginner needle felt class. We’ll enjoy the view of the mountains as we learn the basics of needle felting and each participant will take home a felted winter landscape. Recommended Ages: Adults Naturalist Led Walks/Snowshoes 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. Snowshoes available (no extra charge) to borrow or guests may bring their own. Recommended Ages: Adults Wellness Immerse yourself in the peacefulness of nature as you practice yoga on snowshoes! Snowshoes help keep you on top of the snow and provide a more stable base. Experience inner calm and a sense of wellness in nature with yoga poses, a guided walking meditation, and this introduction to shinrin-yoku, or “forest bathing.” All experience levels welcome and accommodated. Snowshoes available (no extra charge) to borrow or guests may bring their own. Recommended Ages: Adults Crafts Paper Quilling is the art of turning small strips of colorful paper into decorative designs. Participants will learn to roll, shape, and glue paper into a beautiful spring flower. Recommended Ages: Adults Maple Sugaring Experience a Northeast tradition that predates New England—making maple syrup! From tapping a tree to tasting delicious maple syrup, you will take an inside look into every step of the syrup making process. Our naturalists will help you identify maple trees, learn the parts of the tree and their functions, and how the maple sap is turned into syrup. Snowshoes or snow cleats available (no extra charge) to borrow or guests may bring their own. Recommended Ages: Multigenerational Maple Sugaring Experience a Northeast tradition that predates New England—making maple syrup! From tapping a tree to tasting delicious maple syrup, you will take an inside look into every step of the syrup making process. Our naturalists will help you identify maple trees, learn the parts of the tree and their functions, and how the maple sap is turned into syrup. Snowshoes or snow cleats available (no extra charge) to borrow or guests may bring their own. Recommended Ages: Multigenerational Maple Sugaring Move beyond the pancake topping and cook with maple syrup. We’ll use Prescott Farm’s very own real maple syrup to make a dressing, a side dish, and a dessert. We will also discuss the various forms of maple products and how to substitute maple into your favorite recipes. Recommended Ages: Multigenerational Maple Sugaring Experience a Northeast tradition that predates New England—making maple syrup! From tapping a tree to tasting delicious maple syrup, you will take an inside look into every step of the syrup making process. Our naturalists will help you identify maple trees, learn the parts of the tree and their functions, and how the maple sap is turned into syrup. Snowshoes or snow cleats available (no extra charge) to borrow or guests may bring their own. Recommended Ages: Multigenerational Maple Sugaring Let’s make something really special with Prescott Farm’s fresh maple syrup: maple candy! Participants will work together to turn maple syrup into two styles of maple candy to enjoy. We will also taste test maple sap and the different grades of syrup. Recommended Ages: Multigenerational Naturalist Led Walks/Snowshoes 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. Recommended Ages: Adults Wellness Immerse yourself in the peacefulness of nature as you practice yoga on snowshoes! Snowshoes help keep you on top of the snow and provide a more stable base. Experience inner calm and a sense of wellness in nature with yoga poses, a guided walking meditation, and this introduction to shinrin-yoku, or “forest bathing.” All experience levels welcome and accommodated. Snowshoes available (no extra charge) to borrow or guests may bring their own. Recommended Ages: Adults Family Fun Having trouble convincing your kids to go outside much less on a hike with you? Experience the many ways you can make time in nature fun for you and for them with some basic animal tracking skills and immersive games! Snowshoes or snow cleats available (no extra charge) to borrow or guests may bring their own. Recommended Ages: MultigenerationalFebruary 2024 Community Connection Programs Click to Expand
January 28th-3rd
Winter Tree ID
Saturday, February 3; 10 am-12 pm
Physical Demand [4] = Activity includes around 1 mile of walking on trails with uneven terrain and hills
Cost: $15 (Non-Members); FREE for MembersOil Pastel Technique
Saturday, February 3; 1-3 pm
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 for MembersCooking with Winter Storage Crops
Saturday, February 3; 1-4 pm
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 for Members
February 4th-10th
Sourdough Bread
Saturday, February 10; 10 am-2 pm
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 for MembersSnowshoe Yoga
Saturday, February 10; 10 am-12 pm
Physical Demand [4] = Activity includes around 1 mile of walking on trails with uneven terrain and hills
Cost: $32 (Non-Members); $17 for MembersNeedle Felting Winter Landscapes
Saturday, February 10; 1-3 pm
Physical Demand [0] = Entire activity is indoors and seated
Cost: $30 (Non-Members); $15 for Members
February 11th-17th
Tracking NH Wildlife
Saturday, February 17; 10 am-12 pm
Physical Demand [3] = Activity includes 1/2-1 mile of walking on uneven terrain; may include hills
Cost: $15 (Non-Members); FREE for MembersSnowshoe Yoga
Saturday, February 17; 1-3 pm
Physical Demand [4] = Activity includes around 1 mile of walking on trails with uneven terrain and hills
Cost: $32 (Non-Members); $17 for MembersPaper Quilled Flowers
Saturday, February 17; 1-3 pm
Physical Demand [0] = Entire activity is indoors and seated
Cost: $20 (Non-Members); $5 for Members
February 18th-24th
Tap Into Maple
Tuesday, February 20; 10 am-12 pm
Physical Demand [4] = Activity includes around 1 mile of walking on trails with uneven terrain and hills
Cost: $15 (Non-Members); FREE for MembersTap Into Maple
Wednesday, February 21; 10 am-12 pm
Physical Demand [4] = Activity includes around 1 mile of walking on trails with uneven terrain and hills
Cost: $15 (Non-Members); FREE for MembersCooking & Baking with Maple
Wednesday, February 21; 1-4 pm
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 for MembersTap Into Maple
Thursday, February 22; 10 am-12 pm
Physical Demand [4] = Activity includes around 1 mile of walking on trails with uneven terrain and hills
Cost: $15 (Non-Members); FREE for MembersMaking Maple Candy
Thursday, February 22; 1-3 pm
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 for MembersFull Moon Snowshoe Hike
Friday, February 23; 5:30-7 pm
Physical Demand [4] = Activity includes around 1 mile of walking on trails with uneven terrain and hills
Cost: $15 (Non-Members); FREE for MembersSnowshoe Yoga
Saturday, February 24; 10 am-12 pm
Physical Demand [4] = Activity includes around 1 mile of walking on trails with uneven terrain and hills
Cost: $32 (Non-Members); $17 for MembersTrail Games and Tracking
Saturday, February 24; 1-3 pm
Physical Demand [4] = Activity includes around 1 mile of walking on trails with uneven terrain and hills
Cost: $15 (Non-Members); FREE for Members
Maple Sugaring Experience a Northeast tradition that predates New England—making maple syrup! From tapping a tree to tasting delicious maple syrup, you will take an inside look into every step of the syrup making process. Our naturalists will help you identify maple trees, learn the parts of the tree and their functions, and how the maple sap is turned into syrup. Snowshoes or snow cleats available (no extra charge) to borrow or guests may bring their own. Recommended Ages: Multigenerational Maple Sugaring Experience a Northeast tradition that predates New England—making maple syrup! From tapping a tree to tasting delicious maple syrup, you will take an inside look into every step of the syrup making process. Our naturalists will help you identify maple trees, learn the parts of the tree and their functions, and how the maple sap is turned into syrup. Snowshoes or snow cleats available (no extra charge) to borrow or guests may bring their own. Recommended Ages: Multigenerational Maple Sugaring Experience a Northeast tradition that predates New England—making maple syrup! From tapping a tree to tasting delicious maple syrup, you will take an inside look into every step of the syrup making process. Our naturalists will help you identify maple trees, learn the parts of the tree and their functions, and how the maple sap is turned into syrup. Snowshoes or snow cleats available (no extra charge) to borrow or guests may bring their own. Recommended Ages: Multigenerational Wellness Waitlist only(based on snowfall) Immerse yourself in the peacefulness of nature as you practice yoga on snowshoes! Snowshoes help keep you on top of the snow and provide a more stable base. Experience inner calm and a sense of wellness in nature with yoga poses, a guided walking meditation, and this introduction to shinrin-yoku, or “forest bathing.” All experience levels welcome and accommodated. Snowshoes available (no extra charge) to borrow or guests may bring their own. Recommended Ages: Adults Crafts Creating embossed paper prints from natural objects: leaves, twigs, sticks, as well as original cutout shapes based on abstract or real natural subjects. You will receive all of the materials, hands-on instruction, the opportunity to operate the studio printing press, and, of course, create a series of your own original embossings ready to frame. Recommended Ages: Adults Maple Sugaring Let’s make something really special with Prescott Farm’s fresh maple syrup: maple candy! Participants will work together to turn maple syrup into two styles of maple candy to enjoy. We will also taste test maple sap and the different grades of syrup. Recommended Ages: Multigenerational Maple Sugaring Move beyond the pancake topping and cook with maple syrup. We’ll use Prescott Farm’s very own real maple syrup to make a dressing, a side dish, and a dessert. We will also discuss the various forms of maple products and how to substitute maple into your favorite recipes. Recommended Ages: MultigenerationalMarch 2024 Community Connection Programs Click to Expand
February 25th- March 2nd
Tap Into Maple
Tuesday, February 27; 10 am-12 pm
Physical Demand [4] = Activity includes around 1 mile of walking on trails with uneven terrain and hills
Cost: $15 (Non-Members); FREE for MembersTap Into Maple
Thursday, February 29; 10 am-12 pm
Physical Demand [4] = Activity includes around 1 mile of walking on trails with uneven terrain and hills
Cost: $15 (Non-Members); FREE for MembersTap Into Maple
March 2nd, 9th,16th, 23rd
90 minute programs begin at the top of each hour 10 am-2 pm
Physical Demand [4] = Activity includes around 1 mile of walking on trails with uneven terrain and hills
Cost: $15 (Non-Members); FREE for MembersSnowshoe Yoga
Saturday, March 2nd ,9th ,16th ,23rd; 10 am-12 pm
Physical Demand [4] = Activity includes around 1 mile of walking on trails with uneven terrain and hills
Cost: $32 (Non-Members); $17 for MembersEmbossed Paper Nature Prints
Saturday, March 2; 1-3 pm
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 for Members
March 3rd- March 9th
See Above
March 10th- March 16th
See Above
March 17th- March 23rd
See Above
March 24th- March 30th
Making Maple Candy
Saturday, March 30; 10 am-12 pm
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 for MembersCooking & Baking with Maple
Saturday, March 30; 1-4 pm
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 for Members
