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💗 Our Mission: To share the love of animals & nature with children and adolescents. 💗
🌸 Meet Ms. Naomi: A licensed clinical social worker, Naomi’s passion lies in helping animals in need and supporting children and adolescents with diverse abilities and goals. She currently works as a school social worker in the Milford Public Schools. With over 25 years of experience helping children and their families—and a lifelong love of animals—Naomi is excited to work with you and your family to help your child explore their interests and achieve their personal goals here in Newtown, CT. 🌸
☀️ Make this summer a farm-tastic adventure! Explore nature 🌸🐝🐔 and meet some of the friendliest farm animals around! Our educational programs are designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and joy 🐷🐐🐑🐰🐈🐔🦎
🐖 Abbotts Hill Farm & Rescue in Newtown offers a wide variety of programs from spring through fall, perfect for children 18 months–11 years. Through hands-on animal learning 🐐🐑🐰🐓🐈 and community engagement 🌸🎨🤝, kids practice responsibility ✅, develop empathy 💖, make new friends 👫, and—most importantly—have fun! 🎉
⬇️ Check out our offerings below to find the perfect program for your child! 🐾
☀️ 2026 SUMMER FARM CAMP & 🍿 NO- SCHOOL/POP-UP FARM DAYS
Give your child a unique, fun-filled outdoor camp experience with us!
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During Farm Camp, children will:
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🐐 Learn hands-on animal care: feeding, watering, cleaning, hay prep, nutrition & more
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🐾 Explore animal behavior, body language, and safe, gentle handling
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🌱 Garden, explore the farm, and act as “nature detectives”
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🎨 Create nature-centered arts and crafts using materials from the natural world
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🧘♀️ Practice mindfulness through yoga, meditation, and calming activities
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🌟 Participate in leadership opportunities with mentorship from Junior & Senior Camp Counselors
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💛 Build confidence, responsibility, and connection to animals, nature, and one another
📍 Location: 5 Abbotts Hill Road, Newtown
👶 Ages: 4.5–11 years
🌺Farm Camp Sessions 2026
📅 Session 1: June 22–26
📅 Session 2: July 6–10
📅 Session 3: July 27–31
📅 Session 4: August 3–7
💧 Drop-in Days are also available each week.
💰 Cost: $275 per child/session | $60/day for drop-ins
🍿NO-SCHOOL/POP-UP FARM DAYS:
📅 Dates: April 13 & September 21
⏰ Time: 9 AM–12 PM
🌱🧑🌾 Little Farmers & Me
👶💖 A Child & Parent Class
Spend special time with your little one exploring the farm and bonding with our friendly animals 🐖🐑🐰🐓!
Together, you’ll discover the joys of nature 🌸🦋🌿 and enjoy hands-on activities.
✨ Activities Include:
🎨 Arts & crafts
🧸 Farm-themed toys
🌾 Sensory bin exploration
🥕 Feeding and interacting with our animals 🐾
Each class wraps up with a fun group activity such as storytime 📖, music 🎶, or gentle yoga 🧘♀️.
📍 Location: 5 Abbotts Hill Road, Newtown
📅 Dates: Select Saturdays & weekdays, June–August
⌚ Time: 10:00 AM–11:15 AM
👶 Ages: 18 months–4 years (with a caregiver)
💰 Cost: $20 per child, per class
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