Farm Kids School Holiday Pigs workshop

January 18th @ 9.30 am – 12.30 pm | $65 | ages 4 – 12yrs

We start the workshop with an educational, hands on and fun tour of The Farm followed by a discussion on ethical pig farming and animal welfare. We visit the pigs, big and small, and talk about many fun piggy facts that are both interesting and funny! We make hysterical pet pig rocks and in craft make cute piggy keyrings

What is included?

Farm Kids tour
At the beginning of each workshop we take the children on an educational and fun tour of The Farm. We educate them about our cows, pigs, bees, chickens, flower crops, herb garden, orchard and veggie crops. We discuss concepts like paddock rotation for the animals, pollination, organic farming, healthy soil and composting and other ethical farming practices. The children get up close and personal with our pet chickens and when available we taste veggies, edible flowers and herbs.

 Discussion Focus – Ethical pig farming and animal welfare.
Craft – We make cute piggy keyrings & hilarious piggy pet rocks

What to bring

– Sturdy walking shoes
– Raincoat
– Sunhat
– Morning tea snack
– Backpack (to carry above)

Where to meet

We will meet at the Farm House opposite the restaurant. Please look out for the signs to guide you.  (If coming from QLD, please be aware of time difference during day light savings!)

Ages

These workshops are appropriate for children aged 4 and older. If your child is 4 you will need to remain onsite at The Farm. Children as old as 15 have enjoyed our workshops. Checkout our Mini Farmers program if you are 7 and older and want a full day working farm experience.