Billings Farm

Today's Schedule
2022-07-23, 2022-07-24, 2022-07-30, 2022-07-31, 2022-08-06 | Billings Farm and Museum, 69 Old River Rd, Woodstock, VT, 05091, United States

Today's Schedule: Mindful Monday
2022-07-25, 2022-08-01, 2022-08-08 | Billings Farm and Museum, 69 Old River Rd, Woodstock, VT, 05091, United States

Junior Farmer Camp Session 3
2022-07-25 09:00 - 16:00, 2022-07-26 09:00 - 16:00, 2022-07-27 09:00 - 16:00, 2022-07-28 09:00 - 16:00, 2022-07-29 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | VT
For ages 7-10 or entering grades 2-5
Registration for Camp 2022 opens Jan. 1, 2022.
Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a farmer?
Junior Farmer Camp, is designed to help kids discover for themselves by stepping into a farmer’s shoes for a week.
Junior Farmer Camp is as hands-on as it gets. Campers will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with the farm’s cows, horses, chickens, and sheep while learning the work that goes into the food we eat. In addition to daily farm chores and activities, we will explore a different farming topics like dairy, gardening, tractors, and draft animals. Other fun camp activities include:

Taking a hayride through the farm fields
Having a pizza party with garden fresh ingredients
Participating in scavenger hunts around the farm
Tie dying a Junior Farmer Camp t-shirt

Learn more here.

Our Junior Farmer Camp follows the CDC and state government guidelines to ensure the safety of our campers and counselors. The group sizes for each session will continue to be small, consisting of 10-18 campers and 2-3 counselors and will be split into small groups following CDC guidelines for social distancing.
Our response to COVID-19 will continue to be updated as more information and state government guidelines becomes available. Campers and parents will receive prior notice of all other safety precautions and processes implemented at the Farm & Museum.
The majority of our camp activities will be held outside where campers can maintain social distance. Campers help with animal chores for the sheep, goats, chickens, and heifers, take tractor-drawn wagon rides, play games, and do gardening, crafts, and cooking. We will take advantage of the adjacent National Historical Park for hiking and learn about Vermont’s natural history. We can’t wait to see you at Junior Farmer Camp!

Aftercare Information:
We understand that everyone’s schedule is a little different and picking up your camper(s) can be a challenge at times. We’re happy to offer an aftercare option for families who are not able to make it to the 4:00 pm pick up time.
Aftercare runs from 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm, Monday through Friday. Aftercare is only available for full-day camps (Junior Farmer Camp & Farm Discovery Camp). You may register your camper(s) for this option on a weekly basis for $60 per camper per week. Your payment holds you spot in aftercare, and you can pay through our website after completing the camp forms.
We have a minimum attendance requirement to be able to provide this service. We will inform you 30 days prior to your camper’s session if aftercare is unavailable. We will process a refund at that time.
Aftercare is a supervised time but not a structured activity time. Campers are encouraged to bring a book or other activity for this time.

2022 Dates
Session 3: July 25-29.
Refunds can be given if notice is received prior to May 21st with a $50 processing fee. No refunds after May 21st. If you are requesting to move your camper to another session, we will do so if there is availability.
Time: 9 am – 4 pm; Drop off between 8:45am and 9am.

Contact us at afannin@billingsfarm.org for registration information.

2022 Pricing:
$300 for Billings Farm Members (see membership for all the perks!)
$350 for non-members
10% discount for the second sibling signed up the same week
Not a member? Join today!
Note: Payment is required to reserve your slot.

Today's Schedule: Time Travel Tuesday
2022-07-26, 2022-08-02 | Billings Farm and Museum, 69 Old River Rd, Woodstock, VT, 05091, United States

Today's Schedule: Wagon Ride Wednesday
2022-07-27, 2022-08-03 08:00 - 17:00 | Billings Farm and Museum, 69 Old River Rd, Woodstock, VT, 05091, United States

Pre K Story Time
2022-07-27 09:30 - 11:00 | VT
Wednesdays during the month of July
Time: 9:30AM – 11:00AM
Per Session Price: $12/child, $10/member child
Register for July sessions today!
This program is designed for preschool aged children (3-5) and an adult companion. Each week will include a different theme that connects the stories with crafts and farm activities. A snack is included. View the weekly selection of books and activities
One adult admitted free with paid child. Adult attendance required. Guests who want to visit site after must purchase admission.

Today's Schedule: Thursday Threads
2022-07-28, 2022-08-04 | Billings Farm and Museum, 69 Old River Rd, Woodstock, VT, 05091, United States

Today's Schedule: Foodie Friday
2022-07-29, 2022-08-05 | Billings Farm and Museum, 69 Old River Rd, Woodstock, VT, 05091, United States

Yankee Brass Band
2022-07-30 14:00 - 15:30 | VT
Since 1987, the Yankee Brass Band has both entertained audiences throughout New England and championed the cause of “historically informed performance” within the field of American band music. 2022 marks their 35th season.
Using rare and authentic period instruments, and outfitted in appropriate uniforms, the Yankee Brass Band presents the music of the “Golden Age of Bands” played in much the same manner as in the mid to late 19th century.
Enjoy this lively performance from 2PM-3:30PM. Admission to Billings Farm & Museum required.

Farm Discovery Camp Session 2
2022-08-01 09:00 - 16:00, 2022-08-02 09:00 - 16:00, 2022-08-03 09:00 - 16:00, 2022-08-04 09:00 - 16:00, 2022-08-05 09:00 - 16:00 | VT
For ages 11-14 or entering grades 6-9
Go in-depth into the world of farming!
What does it mean to be part of a farming community? Farm Discovery Camp is a hands-on program for young people, ages 11-14 (rising 6th-9th graders), who want a deeper understanding of farming and all that it encompasses.
At Farm Discovery Camp you will meet local professionals and farmers who are leaders in their fields — the Billings Dairy Farm Manager, local beekeepers, and a large animal veterinarian. Work alongside our farmers to learn the ins and outs of dairy production. Take part in a local service project — at Billings Farm or in the Woodstock community and make a lasting difference. Along the way, you will gain an awareness of the many ways our food systems and our ecosystems are interconnected. You will have the chance to:

Experience the daily rhythms of farming and learn firsthand how farmers make decisions about caring for the herd and the land
Make farm-fresh food including homemade macaroni and cheese and ice cream with Billings Farm’s jersey cow milk
Meet farmers in our community and learn how to care for a calf, raise bees, and more
Try fiber arts such as felting wool from Billings Farm sheep
Explore the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park with a park ranger
Make an impact on the farm and in the community with organized service projects

Learn more here.

Our Farm Discovery Camp follows the CDC and state government guidelines to ensure the safety of our campers and counselors. The group sizes for each session will continue to be small, consisting of 10-18 campers and 2-3 counselors and will be split into small groups following CDC guidelines for social distancing.
Our response to COVID-19 will continue to be updated as more information and state government guidelines becomes available. Campers and parents will receive prior notice of all other safety precautions and processes implemented at the Farm & Museum.
The majority of our camp activities will be held outside where campers can maintain social distance.

Aftercare Information:
We understand that everyone’s schedule is a little different and picking up your camper(s) can be a challenge at times. We’re happy to offer an aftercare option for families who are not able to make it to the 4:00 pm pick up time.
Aftercare runs from 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm, Monday through Friday. Aftercare is only available for full-day camps (Junior Farmer Camp & Farm Discovery Camp). You may register your camper(s) for this option on a weekly basis for $60 per camper per week. Your payment holds you spot in aftercare, and you can pay through our website after completing the camp forms.
We have a minimum attendance requirement to be able to provide this service. We will inform you 30 days prior to your camper’s session if aftercare is unavailable. We will process a refund at that time.
Aftercare is a supervised time but not a structured activity time. Campers are encouraged to bring a book or other activity for this time.

2022 Dates
Session 2: August 1-5
Time: 9 am – 4 pm
Drop off between 8:45am and 9am. Pick up promptly at 4pm.
Refunds can be given if notice is received prior to May 21st with a $50 processing fee. No refunds after May 21st. If you are requesting to move your camper to another session, we will do so if there is availability.
Contact Alec at afannin@billingsfarm.org for registration information.

2022 Pricing:
$300 for Billings Farm Members (see membership for all the perks!)
$350 for non-members
10% discount for the second sibling signed up the same week
Not a member? Join today!
Note: Payment is required to reserve your slot.

Farm & Forest Book Club
2022-08-03 17:30 - 19:00 | Billings Farm and Museum, 69 Old River Rd, Woodstock, VT, 05091, United States
Find a welcoming atmosphere in which to gather and discuss texts about agriculture, land stewardship, and the notion of what makes a place a place in the Farm & Forest Book Club, launched through a collaboration between Billings Farm & Museum and the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park.
In August we will gather to discuss “My Garden (Book)” by Jamaica Kincaid, a Vermont author who talks about her childhood, family, and history through the realm of gardening. Tour the new Billings Farm Farmstead Gardens and sample fresh produce picked from the garden.
Light refreshments will be served including Billings Farm Butter, Smoked and Woodstock Reserve cheddar cheeses, crackers, and herbal tea.
Ages 14+ welcome. Each session is $5/person.
Register Today
The book club will continue with “Reading the Forested Landscape” by Tom Wessels on September 7 with a discussion led by Park Rangers at the National Historical Park. Additional meetings will take place on November 9, and January 11.

Today's Schedule: Antique Tractor Day
2022-08-07 | Billings Farm and Museum, 69 Old River Rd, Woodstock, VT, 05091, United States
