April 2020
Soapmaking: Laundry Stain Stick – Prescott Farms
Make a natural laundry stain stick using the same process as our traditional soapmaking class. Whether you have joined us before or this is your first time making a soap, we will review the basics and learn how to use this product as-is or turn it into a laundry detergent. Each participant will take home about 10 bars. REGISTER ONLINE Cost: $45 ($20 for Members) Recommended Ages: Adult
Find out more »Climate & Community: Introduction to Climate Science
In New Hampshire, one result of the changing climate is a loss of cold and snow, which affects the wildlife, forests, and water, as well as our own health and recreational activities.1 But how do we know the climate is changing? Join Wes Golomb to learn the basics of climate science. This workshop will review: the scientific method, data collection, accuracy of measurements and models, evidence for a warming climate, and a discussion of what the current models suggest about…
Find out more »Explore Together: Mud Tracking – Prescott Farms
Mud season is here. Take a trek in the woods and search for signs of animals welcoming back the warmer weather. Our educators will help you identify animal tracks in the mud. Preserve your discoveries by making a plaster cast of an animal track. REGISTER ONLINE Cost: $12 ($5 for Members) Recommended Ages: All
Find out more »Kids Can Cook: Desserts – Prescott Farms
Join us as we prepare recipes for everyone’s favorite part of a meal! We will incorporate healthy ingredients (shh!) that will satisfy even the sweetest sweet tooth. REGISTER ONLINE Cost: $15 ($8 for Members) Recommended Ages: Child + Adult
Find out more »Wilderness Survival: Knots – Prescott Farms
“If you can’t tie a knot, tie a lot!” Cordage has many uses, from setting up camp to rappelling down a cliff. The proper application of knots and the ability to tie them is a skill that is often overlooked by outdoor enthusiasts. Come learn a how to tie a few knots and how they can help you! REGISTER ONLINE Cost: $20 ($10 for Members) Recommended Ages: 14+
Find out more »Discover Nature Big Tree Tour: Buds – Prescott Farms
The small ends of tree branches will soon shed their dull, scaly coats and burst open with a pop of color. Walk our trails as a faint colorful glow emerges around the trees in this spring-time offering of our Big Tree Tour. The walk will include a trip to our “Belknap County Champion Big Trees” and other huge, old trees along our trails, as well as fascinating fun facts about ecology, history and how the land has changed over the…
Find out more »Adult Nature Craft: Log Cabin Garden Planters – Prescott Farms
Use wood harvested from Prescott Farm to build a rustic planter that will be ready to take home and fill. Our educator will guide you step-by-step to safely complete this hands-on project. REGISTER ONLINE Cost: $30 ($15 for Members) Recommended Ages: Adult
Find out more »Green Living: Can I Recycle This? – Prescott Farms
Clear up the confusion surrounding the simple question—which bin does this go in? We will review local recycling ordinances and have examples of common items that leave many puzzled. REGISTER ONLINE Cost: $10 (Free for Members) Recommended Ages: 14+
Find out more »Climate & Community: Mock Climate Agreement Negotiation
If you were the president of the United States or the prime minister of Uganda, what would you do to address climate change? Take part in a mock 'Paris Climate Agreement' negotiation to put your bargaining skills to the test and develop an international agreement. The actions emerging from agreement will be input into a computer simulator created by MIT, UMass Lowell, and the United Nations to calculate the expected temperature rise by the year 2100. Can you work together…
Find out more »WildQuest Camp at Prescott Farm
A Celebration of the Season for campers age 6 – 12. April 27 – May 1, 2020 9 am – 4 pm Extended care available 8-9 am & 4-5:30 pm When Spring Camp is here, it’s time for mud, new green shoots, and salamanders as the Earth re-awakens. There are so many changes happening this time of year—what an exciting time to get outside and explore the forest, fields and gardens at Prescott Farm, for campers aged 6-12. Limited “Daily…
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