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SUMMARY:Dairy Celebration Days
DESCRIPTION:Billings Farm is celebrating Dairy Celebration Days and our 150th Anniversary as a Jersey cow dairy and you are invited to join in! \nSaturday & Sunday Activities: \n\nEnjoy a complimentary bite of birthday cake and pair it with our Dairy Bar Birthday Special: homemade Strawberry Rhubarb ice cream\, made with Billings Farm milk\, available for purchase at the Dairy Bar\, 11AM-5PM.\nLearn about Billings Farm’s most famous cows and view artifacts and images from the past 150 years.\nView our “historic” Birthday Cake and miniature farm scene. Sign the giant Birthday Card and share your favorite Billings Farm memories!\nSample award-winning Billings Farm Cheddar Cheese.\nMake a Jersey cow craft (Activity Barn)\nLive demonstration on how to make Cheese Straws\, enjoy a sample! Pick up some of our best dairy recipes and view a recorded demonstration featuring a historic Mac-n-cheese recipe. Learn all about the history of our dairy. (Learning Kitchen)\nAs our gift to you\, take home a Billings Farm Dairy mini milk bottle.\n\n Saturday Only \n\nStep behind-the-scenes and visit with local youth in the Show Barn as they groom their cattle and prepare to compete in Sunday’s Youth Invitational Dairy Show.\n11AM & 1PM Join the Farm staff for the Judging Dairy Cattle program and learn how to identify certain characteristics that make up a prize dairy cow. (Show Tent)\n11AM-3PM Goat’s milk soap making demonstration with Tina Tuckerman of One Chicken at a Time Farm. (Wagon Barn)\n12:00-12:45PM Take an Instagram-worthy picture with one of our prize-winning Jerseys (Outside the Horse Barn)\n2PM Brush a Heifer! (Outside the Horse Barn)\n\nSunday Only \n\nWatch local youth and their cattle compete in the Third Annual Youth Invitational Dairy Show. (Show Tent)\n12:00-3:00PM Purchase a fresh Billings Farm Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Tomato Jam and a garden-fresh side salad prepared by the Woodstock Inn & Resort.\n\nBillings Farm Celebrates 150 Years: \nOne hundred and fifty years ago\, Frederick Billings imported Jersey cattle from the Isle of Jersey\, building a prize herd and transforming his Woodstock estate into a model farm that employed the latest sustainable agricultural practices. \nWhile the intervening years brought successes – as in 1893\, when Billings Farm’s Jerseys garnered top honors at the Columbian Exposition in Chicago – and heartbreaking challenges\, as when the herd was sold off during hard times in the 1930’s – the Billings family’s dedication to Frederick Billings’ vision held true. \nToday\, the Billings Farm & Museum breeds and milks a herd of nearly 50 blue ribbon Jerseys\, producing more than 650\,000 pounds of milk\, some of which goes to Agri-Mark for Cabot products and some of which is used to craft award-winning artisan cheeses in partnership with Grafton Village Cheese. The Woodstock landmark is a Vermont destination which attracts thousands of visitors annually with its educational exhibits\, engaging programs and special events that bring to life Vermont’s rural heritage. \n 
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/dairy-celebration-days/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210520T123325Z
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SUMMARY:Junior Farmer Camp: Session One
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a farmer? Junior Farmer Camp is designed to help kids\, ages 7-10 (entering grades 2-5)\, discover for themselves by stepping into a farmer’s shoes for a week. \nThe majority of our camp activities will be held outside where campers can maintain social distance. This year we will offer outdoor animal chores with the sheep\, goats\, chickens\, and heifers\, tractor-drawn wagon rides\, games\, 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! \nJunior Farmer Camp: Session One runs from June 28-July 2. Learn more at Junior Farmer Camp.
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/junior-farmer-camp-session-one/2021-06-28/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210629T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210629T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210520T123325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210520T132921Z
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SUMMARY:Junior Farmer Camp: Session One
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a farmer? Junior Farmer Camp is designed to help kids\, ages 7-10 (entering grades 2-5)\, discover for themselves by stepping into a farmer’s shoes for a week. \nThe majority of our camp activities will be held outside where campers can maintain social distance. This year we will offer outdoor animal chores with the sheep\, goats\, chickens\, and heifers\, tractor-drawn wagon rides\, games\, 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! \nJunior Farmer Camp: Session One runs from June 28-July 2. Learn more at Junior Farmer Camp.
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/junior-farmer-camp-session-one/2021-06-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210630T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210630T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210520T123325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210520T132921Z
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SUMMARY:Junior Farmer Camp: Session One
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a farmer? Junior Farmer Camp is designed to help kids\, ages 7-10 (entering grades 2-5)\, discover for themselves by stepping into a farmer’s shoes for a week. \nThe majority of our camp activities will be held outside where campers can maintain social distance. This year we will offer outdoor animal chores with the sheep\, goats\, chickens\, and heifers\, tractor-drawn wagon rides\, games\, 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! \nJunior Farmer Camp: Session One runs from June 28-July 2. Learn more at Junior Farmer Camp.
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/junior-farmer-camp-session-one/2021-06-30/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210701T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210701T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210520T123325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210520T132921Z
UID:10002832-1625130000-1625155200@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Junior Farmer Camp: Session One
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a farmer? Junior Farmer Camp is designed to help kids\, ages 7-10 (entering grades 2-5)\, discover for themselves by stepping into a farmer’s shoes for a week. \nThe majority of our camp activities will be held outside where campers can maintain social distance. This year we will offer outdoor animal chores with the sheep\, goats\, chickens\, and heifers\, tractor-drawn wagon rides\, games\, 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! \nJunior Farmer Camp: Session One runs from June 28-July 2. Learn more at Junior Farmer Camp.
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/junior-farmer-camp-session-one/2021-07-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210702T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210702T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210520T123325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210520T132921Z
UID:10002833-1625216400-1625241600@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Junior Farmer Camp: Session One
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a farmer? Junior Farmer Camp is designed to help kids\, ages 7-10 (entering grades 2-5)\, discover for themselves by stepping into a farmer’s shoes for a week. \nThe majority of our camp activities will be held outside where campers can maintain social distance. This year we will offer outdoor animal chores with the sheep\, goats\, chickens\, and heifers\, tractor-drawn wagon rides\, games\, 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! \nJunior Farmer Camp: Session One runs from June 28-July 2. Learn more at Junior Farmer Camp.
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/junior-farmer-camp-session-one/2021-07-02/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210702T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210702T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210629T184245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T184245Z
UID:10002858-1625220000-1625245200@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:"Foodie" Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Discover how we use seasonal ingredients from our farm and gardens to make delicious recipes. Culinary demonstrations and interactive garden programs. \nFridays in July: Watch as we make Garden Croquettes with vegetables from our garden. Enjoy a sample of this delicious treat!
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/foodie-fridays-3/2021-07-02/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210703T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210703T100000
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210104T143920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210628T192542Z
UID:10002535-1625306400-1625306400@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Old Vermont Fourth
DESCRIPTION:A weekend of traditional celebration (July 3 & 4) for the whole family! \nBoth July 3 & 4\n\nFamilies can make Uncle Sam bookmarks and Firework Rings crafts\nKids can barrel race a hobby horse and play lawn games including egg races and three-legged races\nEnjoy the Speech Walk\, featuring excerpts of speeches from American history\, around the site\nA Time for Justice\, an Oscar-winning documentary film that captures the spirit of the civil rights movement\, will be shown throughout the day in the Visitor Center Theater.\n\n10:30 am\, 1:30 & 3:30 pm Children’s story readings \n11 am – 4 pm See live demonstrations on how to make Strawberry Shortcake and Quick Pickles in the Learning Kitchen and enjoy samples! \nSpecial on July 4th\n10:45 am – 3 pm Listen to live traditional music performed by Tom McKenzie and Patti Casey \n11 am Youth Bee: Test your 19th century vocabulary skills in a spirited Spelling Bee! \n11 am – 2 pm Enjoy a Wagon Ride around the farm \n11:30 am\, 2:30 & 4:30 pm Get into the patriotic spirit listening to the Presidential Speeches of Calvin Coolidge and Franklin Delano Roosevelt \n12:00 pm Hear a reading of the Declaration of Independence by the local Boy Scout Troop 220 \n1 pm Adult Bee: Test your 19th century vocabulary skills in a spirited Spelling Bee! \n2 pm Old-fashioned fun continues with an historic game of base ball in the Billings’ fields. Join in or cheer on the teams! \nJuly 4th Special Food Options\nTrail Break Taps and Tacos will be serving a variety of tacos\, quesadillas\, street corn\, chips and salsa and Jarritos Mexican sodas.  Enjoy the beer garden featuring draft beer and margaritas. and more plus a beer garden and refreshing non-alcoholic options from 11am-4:30pm.
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/old-vermont-fourth/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210705
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210706
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210628T201833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T191116Z
UID:10002851-1625443200-1625529599@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Meet a Sheep Week!
DESCRIPTION:Each week in July and August\, Billings Farm & Museum will highlight a different farm animal with daily up-close programs\, displays and explorations and a “themed” food recipe. \nMeet these farm animals with daily programs at 11 am\, 1 pm and 3 pm: \nMeet a Sheep: July 5-11 and August 2-8 \nCheck Out the Chickens:  July 12-18 and August 9-15 \nGentle Jersey Cows: July 19-25 and August 16-22 \nGiddy Goats: July 26-July 31 and August 23-27 \nLearn more about the featured farm animal and their role on the farm. Enjoy a “featured animal” scavenger hunt in the Farm Life Exhibits and pick up a themed recipe from the Learning Kitchen. \nPrograms take place daily\, except on Special Event Days: (August 1\, 28 & 29).
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/meet-a-sheep/2021-07-05/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210707
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210628T201833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T191116Z
UID:10002852-1625529600-1625615999@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Meet a Sheep Week!
DESCRIPTION:Each week in July and August\, Billings Farm & Museum will highlight a different farm animal with daily up-close programs\, displays and explorations and a “themed” food recipe. \nMeet these farm animals with daily programs at 11 am\, 1 pm and 3 pm: \nMeet a Sheep: July 5-11 and August 2-8 \nCheck Out the Chickens:  July 12-18 and August 9-15 \nGentle Jersey Cows: July 19-25 and August 16-22 \nGiddy Goats: July 26-July 31 and August 23-27 \nLearn more about the featured farm animal and their role on the farm. Enjoy a “featured animal” scavenger hunt in the Farm Life Exhibits and pick up a themed recipe from the Learning Kitchen. \nPrograms take place daily\, except on Special Event Days: (August 1\, 28 & 29).
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/meet-a-sheep/2021-07-06/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210706T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210706T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210428T200318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210701T165425Z
UID:10002674-1625565600-1625590800@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Time Travel Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION: Travel back in time with 1890 farm activities! Guess the artifact\, butter making\, hands-on crafts and games. \n\n10:30 & 4:00 Garden Programs  \n11:00-4:00 Historic Recipes in the Learning Kitchen \n11:00-3:00 Guess the Artifact in the exhibits \n12:00 & 2:00 Butter Making Program on the Farmhouse Terrace \nTime Travel Activity near the Garden Shed \nCroquet on the front lawn of the 1890 Farm Manager’s House 
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/time-travel-tuesdays-2/2021-07-06/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210708
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210628T201833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T191116Z
UID:10002853-1625616000-1625702399@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Meet a Sheep Week!
DESCRIPTION:Each week in July and August\, Billings Farm & Museum will highlight a different farm animal with daily up-close programs\, displays and explorations and a “themed” food recipe. \nMeet these farm animals with daily programs at 11 am\, 1 pm and 3 pm: \nMeet a Sheep: July 5-11 and August 2-8 \nCheck Out the Chickens:  July 12-18 and August 9-15 \nGentle Jersey Cows: July 19-25 and August 16-22 \nGiddy Goats: July 26-July 31 and August 23-27 \nLearn more about the featured farm animal and their role on the farm. Enjoy a “featured animal” scavenger hunt in the Farm Life Exhibits and pick up a themed recipe from the Learning Kitchen. \nPrograms take place daily\, except on Special Event Days: (August 1\, 28 & 29).
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/meet-a-sheep/2021-07-07/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210707T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210707T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210428T195658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210706T195242Z
UID:10002666-1625655600-1625666400@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Wagon Ride Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a wagon ride around the farm offered from 11:00 – 2:00. \n(conditions permitting)
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/wagon-ride-wednesdays-2/2021-07-07/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210709
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210628T201833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T191116Z
UID:10002854-1625702400-1625788799@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Meet a Sheep Week!
DESCRIPTION:Each week in July and August\, Billings Farm & Museum will highlight a different farm animal with daily up-close programs\, displays and explorations and a “themed” food recipe. \nMeet these farm animals with daily programs at 11 am\, 1 pm and 3 pm: \nMeet a Sheep: July 5-11 and August 2-8 \nCheck Out the Chickens:  July 12-18 and August 9-15 \nGentle Jersey Cows: July 19-25 and August 16-22 \nGiddy Goats: July 26-July 31 and August 23-27 \nLearn more about the featured farm animal and their role on the farm. Enjoy a “featured animal” scavenger hunt in the Farm Life Exhibits and pick up a themed recipe from the Learning Kitchen. \nPrograms take place daily\, except on Special Event Days: (August 1\, 28 & 29).
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/meet-a-sheep/2021-07-08/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210710
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210628T201833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T191116Z
UID:10002855-1625788800-1625875199@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Meet a Sheep Week!
DESCRIPTION:Each week in July and August\, Billings Farm & Museum will highlight a different farm animal with daily up-close programs\, displays and explorations and a “themed” food recipe. \nMeet these farm animals with daily programs at 11 am\, 1 pm and 3 pm: \nMeet a Sheep: July 5-11 and August 2-8 \nCheck Out the Chickens:  July 12-18 and August 9-15 \nGentle Jersey Cows: July 19-25 and August 16-22 \nGiddy Goats: July 26-July 31 and August 23-27 \nLearn more about the featured farm animal and their role on the farm. Enjoy a “featured animal” scavenger hunt in the Farm Life Exhibits and pick up a themed recipe from the Learning Kitchen. \nPrograms take place daily\, except on Special Event Days: (August 1\, 28 & 29).
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/meet-a-sheep/2021-07-09/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210709T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210629T184245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T184245Z
UID:10002859-1625824800-1625850000@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:"Foodie" Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Discover how we use seasonal ingredients from our farm and gardens to make delicious recipes. Culinary demonstrations and interactive garden programs. \nFridays in July: Watch as we make Garden Croquettes with vegetables from our garden. Enjoy a sample of this delicious treat!
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/foodie-fridays-3/2021-07-09/
CATEGORIES:Featured
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210711
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210628T201833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T191116Z
UID:10002856-1625875200-1625961599@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Meet a Sheep Week!
DESCRIPTION:Each week in July and August\, Billings Farm & Museum will highlight a different farm animal with daily up-close programs\, displays and explorations and a “themed” food recipe. \nMeet these farm animals with daily programs at 11 am\, 1 pm and 3 pm: \nMeet a Sheep: July 5-11 and August 2-8 \nCheck Out the Chickens:  July 12-18 and August 9-15 \nGentle Jersey Cows: July 19-25 and August 16-22 \nGiddy Goats: July 26-July 31 and August 23-27 \nLearn more about the featured farm animal and their role on the farm. Enjoy a “featured animal” scavenger hunt in the Farm Life Exhibits and pick up a themed recipe from the Learning Kitchen. \nPrograms take place daily\, except on Special Event Days: (August 1\, 28 & 29).
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/meet-a-sheep/2021-07-10/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210712
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210628T201833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T191116Z
UID:10002857-1625961600-1626047999@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Meet a Sheep Week!
DESCRIPTION:Each week in July and August\, Billings Farm & Museum will highlight a different farm animal with daily up-close programs\, displays and explorations and a “themed” food recipe. \nMeet these farm animals with daily programs at 11 am\, 1 pm and 3 pm: \nMeet a Sheep: July 5-11 and August 2-8 \nCheck Out the Chickens:  July 12-18 and August 9-15 \nGentle Jersey Cows: July 19-25 and August 16-22 \nGiddy Goats: July 26-July 31 and August 23-27 \nLearn more about the featured farm animal and their role on the farm. Enjoy a “featured animal” scavenger hunt in the Farm Life Exhibits and pick up a themed recipe from the Learning Kitchen. \nPrograms take place daily\, except on Special Event Days: (August 1\, 28 & 29).
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/meet-a-sheep/2021-07-11/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210712
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210713
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210629T191240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T191352Z
UID:10002863-1626048000-1626134399@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Check Out the Chickens Week!
DESCRIPTION:Each week in July and August\, Billings Farm & Museum will highlight a different farm animal with daily up-close programs\, displays and explorations and a “themed” food recipe. \nMeet these farm animals with daily programs at 11 am\, 1 pm and 3 pm: \nCheck Out the Chickens:  July 12-18 and August 9-15 \nGentle Jersey Cows: July 19-25 and August 16-22 \nGiddy Goats: July 26-July 31 and August 23-27 \nMeet a Sheep: August 2-8 \nLearn more about the featured farm animal and their role on the farm. Enjoy a “featured animal” scavenger hunt in the Farm Life Exhibits and pick up a themed recipe from the Learning Kitchen. \nPrograms take place daily\, except on Special Event Days: (August 1\, 28 & 29).
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/check-out-the-chickens-week/2021-07-12/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210712T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210520T123525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210520T132836Z
UID:10002834-1626080400-1626105600@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Junior Farmer Camp: Session Two
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a farmer? Junior Farmer Camp is designed to help kids\, ages 7-10 (entering grades 2-5)\, discover for themselves by stepping into a farmer’s shoes for a week. \nThe majority of our camp activities will be held outside where campers can maintain social distance. This year we will offer outdoor animal chores with the sheep\, goats\, chickens\, and heifers\, tractor-drawn wagon rides\, games\, 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! \nJunior Farmer Camp: Session Two runs from July 12- July 16. Learn more at Junior Farmer Camp.
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/junior-farmer-camp-session-two/2021-07-12/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210712T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210517T164545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210517T171245Z
UID:10002813-1626084000-1626089400@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Billings Bookworms Week 1: Out and About at the Dairy Farm
DESCRIPTION:Join the Billings Bookworms! From July 12 through August 16\, kids ages 6-8 are invited to Billings Farm & Museum each week to read about and explore a farm-themed topic. This is not just a book club! There are activities and crafts each week and Bookworms get to experience all the site has to offer. \nBillings Bookworms Week 1: Out and About at the Dairy Farm  \n10-10:30 Book reading and exploration.  Bookworms will begin their day listening to an educator read Out and About at the Dairy Farm by Andy Murphy to learn about dairy farms just like ours! Our readers will choose a passage to write or draw about and share their creations with the group. \n10:30-10:45 Snack time. A snack will be provided by Billings Farm & Museum. Our educator will begin reading a chapter book called Good Dog: Herd You Loud and Clear by Cam Higgins and Ariel Landy\, which is about a young herding dog working to bring in the sheep.  \n10:45-11:30 Activity time. This week the Bookworms will head down to the dairy barn to milk a Jersey cow and make butter in a jar! \nLearn more about Billings Bookworms and complete the application form. \nBillings Bookworms is for kids ages 6-8 \nOne session: $25 per participant/$20 per BF&M member\n6-week Series: $125 per participant/$100 per BF&M member. \nSpaces are limited!
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/billings-bookworms-week-1/
CATEGORIES:Featured
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210714
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210629T191240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T191352Z
UID:10002864-1626134400-1626220799@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Check Out the Chickens Week!
DESCRIPTION:Each week in July and August\, Billings Farm & Museum will highlight a different farm animal with daily up-close programs\, displays and explorations and a “themed” food recipe. \nMeet these farm animals with daily programs at 11 am\, 1 pm and 3 pm: \nCheck Out the Chickens:  July 12-18 and August 9-15 \nGentle Jersey Cows: July 19-25 and August 16-22 \nGiddy Goats: July 26-July 31 and August 23-27 \nMeet a Sheep: August 2-8 \nLearn more about the featured farm animal and their role on the farm. Enjoy a “featured animal” scavenger hunt in the Farm Life Exhibits and pick up a themed recipe from the Learning Kitchen. \nPrograms take place daily\, except on Special Event Days: (August 1\, 28 & 29).
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/check-out-the-chickens-week/2021-07-13/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210713T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210713T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210520T123525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210520T132836Z
UID:10002835-1626166800-1626192000@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Junior Farmer Camp: Session Two
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a farmer? Junior Farmer Camp is designed to help kids\, ages 7-10 (entering grades 2-5)\, discover for themselves by stepping into a farmer’s shoes for a week. \nThe majority of our camp activities will be held outside where campers can maintain social distance. This year we will offer outdoor animal chores with the sheep\, goats\, chickens\, and heifers\, tractor-drawn wagon rides\, games\, 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! \nJunior Farmer Camp: Session Two runs from July 12- July 16. Learn more at Junior Farmer Camp.
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/junior-farmer-camp-session-two/2021-07-13/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210713T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210713T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210428T200318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210701T165425Z
UID:10002675-1626170400-1626195600@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Time Travel Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION: Travel back in time with 1890 farm activities! Guess the artifact\, butter making\, hands-on crafts and games. \n\n10:30 & 4:00 Garden Programs  \n11:00-4:00 Historic Recipes in the Learning Kitchen \n11:00-3:00 Guess the Artifact in the exhibits \n12:00 & 2:00 Butter Making Program on the Farmhouse Terrace \nTime Travel Activity near the Garden Shed \nCroquet on the front lawn of the 1890 Farm Manager’s House 
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/time-travel-tuesdays-2/2021-07-13/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210715
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210629T191240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T191352Z
UID:10002865-1626220800-1626307199@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Check Out the Chickens Week!
DESCRIPTION:Each week in July and August\, Billings Farm & Museum will highlight a different farm animal with daily up-close programs\, displays and explorations and a “themed” food recipe. \nMeet these farm animals with daily programs at 11 am\, 1 pm and 3 pm: \nCheck Out the Chickens:  July 12-18 and August 9-15 \nGentle Jersey Cows: July 19-25 and August 16-22 \nGiddy Goats: July 26-July 31 and August 23-27 \nMeet a Sheep: August 2-8 \nLearn more about the featured farm animal and their role on the farm. Enjoy a “featured animal” scavenger hunt in the Farm Life Exhibits and pick up a themed recipe from the Learning Kitchen. \nPrograms take place daily\, except on Special Event Days: (August 1\, 28 & 29).
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/check-out-the-chickens-week/2021-07-14/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210520T123525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210520T132836Z
UID:10002836-1626253200-1626278400@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Junior Farmer Camp: Session Two
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a farmer? Junior Farmer Camp is designed to help kids\, ages 7-10 (entering grades 2-5)\, discover for themselves by stepping into a farmer’s shoes for a week. \nThe majority of our camp activities will be held outside where campers can maintain social distance. This year we will offer outdoor animal chores with the sheep\, goats\, chickens\, and heifers\, tractor-drawn wagon rides\, games\, 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! \nJunior Farmer Camp: Session Two runs from July 12- July 16. Learn more at Junior Farmer Camp.
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/junior-farmer-camp-session-two/2021-07-14/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210428T195658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210706T195242Z
UID:10002667-1626260400-1626271200@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Wagon Ride Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a wagon ride around the farm offered from 11:00 – 2:00. \n(conditions permitting)
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/wagon-ride-wednesdays-2/2021-07-14/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210428T185516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210428T185516Z
UID:10002802-1626264000-1626267600@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Women on the Land: A Landowners Guide to Stewarding Her Woodlands
DESCRIPTION:Co-hosted by Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park and Billings Farm & Museum \nLive on Zoom \n12:00-1:00 PM \nA woman’s relationship with the natural world is often unique and meaningful. For women who own land\, this connection can be rewarding as well as challenging. Join us for this special presentation by Olivia Lukacic\, author of the “Woman on the Land: A Landowners Guide to Stewarding Her Woodlands” publication\, on July 14th from 12:00-1:00 pm. \nIn this virtual presentation\, Olivia will discuss the journey of creating her publication and talk about some of the unique perspectives and challenges women have when it comes to stewarding their land\, highlighting the stories of women throughout the United States. She will also discuss the various ways you can steward your land\, such as passive stewardship\, and provide advice for women who own property and want to be better stewards. \nWorkshop is co-sponsored by Vermont Coverts and Vermont Woodlands Association. Live closed captioning available! To register\, visit the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park website at https://www.nps.gov/mabi/learn/nature/working-woodlands-workshops.htm  or use this link: https://bit.ly/3neqfCW
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/women-on-the-land-a-landowners-guide-to-stewarding-her-woodlands/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210714T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210607T191451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210607T191451Z
UID:10002849-1626264000-1626267600@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Women on the Land: A Landowners Guide to Stewarding Her Woodlands
DESCRIPTION:Co-hosted by Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park and Billings Farm & Museum \nLive on Zoom \n12:00-1:00 PM \nA woman’s relationship with the natural world is often unique and meaningful. For women who own land\, this connection can be rewarding as well as challenging. Join us for this special presentation by Olivia Lukacic\, author of the “Woman on the Land: A Landowners Guide to Stewarding Her Woodlands” publication\, on July 14th from 12:00-1:00 pm. In this virtual presentation\, Olivia will discuss the journey of creating her publication and talk about some of the unique perspectives and challenges women have when it comes to stewarding their land\, highlighting the stories of women throughout the United States. She will also discuss the various ways you can steward your land\, such as passive stewardship\, and provide advice for women who own property and want to be better stewards. Workshop is co-hosted with Billings’ Farm and Museum and co-sponsored by Vermont Coverts and Vermont Woodlands Association. Live closed captioning available! To register\, visit our website at https://www.nps.gov/mabi/learn/nature/working-woodlands-workshops.htm or use this link: https://bit.ly/3neqfCW
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/women-on-the-land-a-landowners-guide-to-stewarding-her-woodlands-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210716
DTSTAMP:20260422T183012
CREATED:20210629T191240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210629T191352Z
UID:10002866-1626307200-1626393599@billingsfarm.org
SUMMARY:Check Out the Chickens Week!
DESCRIPTION:Each week in July and August\, Billings Farm & Museum will highlight a different farm animal with daily up-close programs\, displays and explorations and a “themed” food recipe. \nMeet these farm animals with daily programs at 11 am\, 1 pm and 3 pm: \nCheck Out the Chickens:  July 12-18 and August 9-15 \nGentle Jersey Cows: July 19-25 and August 16-22 \nGiddy Goats: July 26-July 31 and August 23-27 \nMeet a Sheep: August 2-8 \nLearn more about the featured farm animal and their role on the farm. Enjoy a “featured animal” scavenger hunt in the Farm Life Exhibits and pick up a themed recipe from the Learning Kitchen. \nPrograms take place daily\, except on Special Event Days: (August 1\, 28 & 29).
URL:https://billingsfarm.org/event/check-out-the-chickens-week/2021-07-15/
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