Science and Nature Day!

Join us for an exciting day on the farm amidst the beautiful fall foliage.

This fantastic family event will include:
Historical demonstrations such as broom making, and Make and Break Engines
Livestock encounters– sheep shearing, cow judging, and lessons about our fascinating honey bees.
Harvest crafts: grapevine wreaths, pumpkin decorating, rolling beeswax candles – and so much more!
Science and Nature Fun: learn about our weather station; visit our authentically recreated Woodland Indian encampment; look through solar-filtered telescopes; and more!

FREE Activities:

All Day (11:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.)
- Meet our beekeeper
- Demonstrations on broom making, fleece shearing, and Make and Break Engines
- Learn about our Wetland Project and Weather Station
- Take a walk through our Woodland Indian encampment
- Enjoy Old Fashioned Games

1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Special Guest: Master falconer Brian Bradley
Master falconer Brian Bradley from Skyhunters in Flight returns with his spectacular falcons, hawks, and owls to demonstrate their glorious adaptations and hunting skills as they soar and dive over the pastures!

Rain Date: Sunday, October 20,2:30 – 3:30 p.m

Date: October 19, 2024

Time: 11:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Location: New Pond Farm Observatory, 101 Marchant Road, West Redding, CT 06896.

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