Private Workshops & Programs
Custom programs for tour groups and other private groups of adults and families.
Create a unique, memorable experience by scheduling a private program with one of our knowledgeable instructors at Prescott Farm!
Private programs are offered year-round on a wide-range of topics at a time convenient for you.
To schedule or For questions contact us at (603) 366-5695 or email info@prescottfarm.org.
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Want our staff to come to you? Contact us at (603) 366-5695 or info@prescottfarm.org to discuss our offiste program options and pricing.
Program Options (click to expand to view more details)
Seasonal Guided Hike
Explore Prescott Farm in a special way inspired by the weather and the dynamic calendar of the natural world. Topics discussed on our walk will vary but may include: identifying local flora and fauna, habits of animals, and Lakes Region natural history. Snowshoes available (no extra charge) to borrow during winter months.
Program Duration: 2 hours
Cost: $20 per person
Minimum Charge: $160
Maximum Participants: 16
Join us for this interactive workshop where you will learn the art of fresh egg pasta making. Learn how to mix, knead, and roll dough, transforming it into cheese-filled ravioli and ribbon-style noodles. To top it off, craft a seasonal, garden-inspired sauce that pairs perfectly with your homemade pasta. Program Duration: 3 hoursHomemade Pasta Making
Cost: $40 per person
Minimum Charge: $320
Maximum Participants: 16
Discover the joy of baking with sourdough in this hands-on class! Learn how to create and care for a sourdough culture, and use it to bake bread and other delicious treats. You’ll prepare a mini loaf to finish baking at home, a savory biscuit to enjoy during class, and take home your own starter to continue your sourdough baking journey. Program Duration: 4 hoursIntro. to Baking with Sourdough
Cost: $45 per person
Minimum Charge: $360
Maximum Participants: 16
This hands-on workshop will cover the basics of how to make cheese in your own kitchen. Learn the tools, techniques, and ingredients needed to create simple cheeses at home. Together, we’ll craft fresh mozzarella and lemon basil ricotta, start to finish. Participants will also receive recipes and ingredients (excluding milk) to make more cheese at home. Program Duration: 3 hoursCheesemaking at Home
Cost: $40 per person
Minimum Charge: $320
Maximum Participants: 16
Experience the flavors of Prescott Farm’s gardens in this homemade pizza making workshop! Harvest fresh vegetables (if seasonally available) to create pizzas tailored to your taste—whether you prefer a classic Margherita, a spicy arugula-balsamic delight, or even gluten-free options. Perfect your pizza-making skills while enjoying a fun culinary experience. Program Duration: 3 hoursHomemade Pizza Making
Cost: $40 per person
Minimum Charge: $320
Maximum Participants: 16
Discover the art of needle felting in this creative beginner workshop. Learn the techniques to craft a charming New Hampshire animal, seasonal landscape, or holiday ornament. Perfect for crafting enthusiasts or anyone curious about this unique art form! Program Duration: 2 hoursNeedle Felting
Cost: $35 per person
Minimum Charge: $280
Maximum Participants: 12
Beeswax is a safer, more natural option for creating beautiful, aromatic candles that can light up a room or serve as elegant decorations with their natural color and sweet scent. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how bees transform plant nectar into beeswax and use it to craft your own rolled and hand-dipped candles. Whether you keep them for yourself or give them as thoughtful gifts, these candles are a joy to make. This fun and educational experience will also leave you with the skills to continue candle-making at home! Program Duration: 2 hoursBeeswax Candle Making
Cost: $40 per person
Minimum Charge: $320
Maximum Participants: 16
Unleash your inner soap artisan! This beginner-friendly workshop covers the essentials of soapmaking, including safety tips and required equipment. Create and take home approximately 10 bars of seasonally scented soap to enjoy or share as gifts. Program Duration: 2 hoursBeginner Soap Making
Cost: $40 per person
Minimum Charge: $320
Maximum Participants: 16
Take a fascinating journey into the life of honeybees! Observe an active hive through our observation setup (May-September, weather permitting) and learn about their roles in producing honey, wax, and other natural products. End the session with a tasting of local, raw honey. Program Duration: 2 hoursInside the Beehive
Cost: $20 per person
Minimum Charge: $160
Maximum Participants: 24
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. *Note: This program is only available mid-February through the end of March.* Program Duration: 2 hoursTap into Maple
Cost: $20 per person
Minimum Charge: $160
Maximum Participants: 16
Private Policies and Details
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Field Trip Policies
Prescott Farm programs are held rain/snow or shine, so please come dressed for the weather. If the weather is severe and may impact the safety of a program, we will try to reschedule the program where openings are available, only if you call beforehand. If you do not call ahead, there may be a fee to reschedule as noted in our cancellation policy (above).