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Muscoot Farm Calendar of Events
November 2008
Sunday 16
History Hike
1 pm. to 3 p.m.
Enjoy a leisurely walk around the farm and learn its history.
Sunday 16
Owl Prowl
7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
This Program was originally scheduled for Saturday, November 8, but due to weather it has been postponed. Join Frank Gallo, the director of the Connecticut Audubon Society in New Milford, as he discusses all about owls. Then join us for a walk in search of owls.
Sunday 23
Let’s Talk Turkey
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Learn about the farm’s turkeys and have fun making Thanksgiving crafts.
Friday 28
Morning Farm Chores
8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Join the farm staff as we feed, groom and take care of the animals. Space is limited. Pre-registration required. Fee $5 per person. This program is full. Please contact Muscoot at 914-864-7286 to be placed on the waiting list.
Sunday 30
Origami Ornaments
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Try your hand at origami and make your own paper ornaments.
December 2008
Sunday 7
Holiday Cookies
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Children will bake and decorate a holiday cookie.
Saturday 13
Christmas on the Farm
5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Sip mulled cider, sample holiday goodies, listen to carolers and enjoy a tour of the farm by lantern.
Sunday 14
Christmas on the Farm
5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Sip mulled cider, sample holiday goodies, listen to carolers and enjoy a tour of the farm by lantern.
Friday 26
Morning Farm Chores
8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Join the farm staff as we feed, groom and take care of the animals. Space is limited. Pre-registration required. Fee $5 per person. Registration for this program begins on December 1.
Sunday 28
Farm Frolic and Story Time
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Stop by, play with Muscoot Farm’s collection of old fashioned farm toys and listen to a farm story.
January 2009
Sunday 11
Churning Butter
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Join Muscoot Farm staff as we demonstrate how to churn butter and try your hand at a simple butter making technique.
Sunday 18
Winter on the Farm
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Find out how the farmyard animals and birds adjust to the winter habitat.
Sunday 25
In Search of Animal Signs
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Hike along the farm roads in search of animal tracks and other signs.
February 2009
Saturday 7
Camp Registration
9 a.m.
Walk-in registration will be held for Westchester County residents at the farm. This program is for children grades 1st through 8th. Call for an application 914-864-7286.
Sunday 8
Old Fashioned Valentine's Day
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Make unique Victorian Valentine's Day card for a family member or a special friend.
Sunday 15
Storytime at Muscoot Farm
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of story about the farm and its animals. Great for all ages.
Sunday 22
Walking tour of Muscoot Farm
1 p.m. & 2 p.m.
Take a stroll around the farm and learn about the history of the Main house, barns and outbuildings.
March 2009
Sunday 1
Tappin' the Maple Trees
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Join us at Muscoot Farm as we explain the procedures of tapping the maple trees. Weather permitting.
Sunday 8
Maple Sugaring
11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Spend an afternoon finding out all there is to know about making maple syrup. Weather permitting.
Friday 13
Learning about Being a Farmer:Pre-K Program for Children 3, 4, & 5
10 a.m to 11 a.m or 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Children will have an opportunity to learn about being a farmer through hands-on experience. Pre-Registration required; $10 per child.
Sunday 15
Maple Sugaring
11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Spend an afternoon finding out all there is to know aobut making maple syrup. Weather permitting.
Friday 20
Morning Farm Chores
8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Join the Muscoot Farm staff in taking care of the animals. Pre-registration required; Fee $5 per person. Space is limited.
Sunday 22
Sugaring Off Pancake Breakfast
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The sugaring season has ended and now its time for a party. Join the farm staff and the New York Maple Sugar Association in enjoying pancakes with real maple syrup and eating other maple products.
Friday 27
Caring for Donkeys: Pre-K Program for Children 3, 4, & 5
10 a.m. to 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Children will have an opportunity to learn about the farm's donkeys through hands-on experience. Pre-registration required; Fee $10 per child.
Sunday 29
Farm Fun
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Join the Farm staff as they explain the animals that live on the farm. Play games and enjoy other activities.
April 2009
Friday 3
Caring for Sheep: Pre-K Program for Children 3, 4, & 5
10 a.m. to 11 a.m. or 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Children will have an opportunity to learn about the farm's sheep through hands-on experience. Pre-registration required.
Sunday 5
Vernal Pools
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Join the farm naturalist for a hike to the vernal pools to see the wood frogs and fairy shrimp. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.
Friday 8
Morning Farm Chores
8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Join Muscoot Farm staff in taking care of the animals. Pre-registration required; Fee $5 per person.
Sunday 12
Puppet Show
1 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Enjoy Fred Greenspan's troupe of puppets perform a non-violent Punch and Judy Show. Weather permitting it will be outdoors, bring blankets to sit on.
Saturday 18
Soap Making Workshop for Adults
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Join Mia Camacho from the Clean Ridge Soap Company as she demonstrates soap making with the cold process technique used by many professional soap makers. You’ll make bars using herbs, colorants and essential oils. You will also learn packaging techniques and wrap your own bars! Class includes take-away literature and resources for future soap making at home. Pre-registration required; fee $40 per person. Space is limited. Call (914) 864-7282 for registration form or download form here.
Soap Making Workshop for Adults
Sunday 19
Pitch in for Parks
10 a.m.
A volunteer program to get parks and nature centers ready for the spring and summer seasons. Many varied projects.
Saturday 25
Early Spring Bird Walk
8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Naturalist Jeanne Waful will lead this bird walk to see the returning birds and those just passing through on their spring migration. We will visit various habitats and talk about how the birds interact with the various plants at Muscoot Farm.
Sunday 26
Check out the Chickens
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Learn about Muscoot Farm's Chickens and enjoy making a chicken craft.
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