On Wednesday mornings in July and August, children ages 4 to 9 can explore nature, farming, and flowers through Little Sprouts at Moulton Farm. Each fun filled session combines learning with a hands-on activity such as a craft, planting, or a game. Some weeks include tractor rides or visits with special guests from the Moulton Farm team. Children can attend one session, several sessions, or all seven sessions.

The children are accompanied by a parent or other responsible adult and the farm’s facilitator, Mikala Kelley. A member of the Moulton Farm team since 2017, Kelley has a degree in conservation and experience running outdoor education programs for kids in Maine and Massachusetts. Having worked in every area of Moulton Farm except the farm’s kitchen, she’s adding new activities and elements to the farm’s popular summer children’s program.

“As the mother of two young children, I understand how curious kids are and how much they like exploring,” says Kelley. “We’ll have different activities as part of each session, so there’s something to keep the kids engaged. I’ve got a few surprises planned that I’m sure will get kids laughing and asking questions.”

The Wednesday sessions start at 10:30 am, run approximately 90 minutes, and are held rain or shine. Each week will have a different theme. The current schedule, which is subject to change depending on farm needs and weather, is as follows:

• July 8: Planting a Garden
• July 15: Hydroponics & Growing in Greenhouses
• July 22: What Happens in Our Garden Center
• July 29: Colors Around Our Farm and Fields

No session on August 5th

• Aug 12: Farm to Table
• Aug 19: All About Flowers and Pollinators
• Aug 26: Tops and Bottoms Veggie Hunt

Each session costs $20 per child, or a season ticket can be purchased for $130, which covers all seven sessions in the series and includes a free t-shirt. There is no cost for the adult who accompanies the children. Purchasing tickets at least two days before a session is encouraged as space is limited. Season ticket holders are guaranteed a spot in each session.

Purchase tickets at MoultonFarm.com, at the farm’s market (open 7 days a week), or by calling 603-279-3915.

Moulton Farm, located at 18 Quarry Road off Route 25 in Meredith, practices sustainable agriculture and provides the highest quality fruits and vegetables while preserving its rich soil for future generations. In addition to growing its own produce, the farm’s garden center has annuals, perennials, fruit trees, and garden supplies. The farm’s market has baked goods and prepared foods from the farm’s kitchen and bakery, seafood from Sal’s Fresh Seafood, cider doughnuts from Cider Bellies, and quality items from northern New England producers. More information is available at MoultonFarm.com

chase your tickets on line at https://www.moultonfarm.com/little-sprouts  or at our farm market.