Make this summer a farm-tastic adventure! Experience nature and meet some of the friendliest farm animals around! Our educational programs are designed to spark joy and curiosity!
Abbotts Hill Farm & Rescue in Newtown offers a wide range of classes and programs all summer long perfect for children 18 months through 12 years in age. Through animal interactive learning, children practice responsibilities, develop empathy, make new friends, and have fun! We offer daily classes as well as week long camp sessions. See details below to find the right program for your child.
SUMMER CAMP & POP-UP FARM DAYS 2025
Your child will have a unique, fun-filled outdoor camp experience at Abbotts Hill Farm and Rescue in Newtown. Educational opportunities include connecting with nature, learning about respectful animal interactions, animal and nature themed arts & crafts, games, mindfulness, yoga and more.
Location: 5 Abbotts Hill Road, Newtown
Ages: 4.5-12
Dates: Farm Camp runs Monday-Friday. 9am-12pm
Choose from weeks of: June 23, July 7, July 28 or August 4.
Drop-in days also available each week.
Cost: $275 per child, per session. $60/day for drop-in days.
POP-UP FARM DAYS:
Dates: April 16, April 18, July 2, July 3
Time: 9am-12pm
Farm Camp and Pop-up Days Registration
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PARENT/CHILD CLASSES
Little Farmers & Me Classes provide an opportunity for you and your little one to attend class together and bond with the animals at Abbotts Hill Farm and Rescue! Each class will feature various activities that you can do at your own pace such as arts and crafts, farm-themed toys, sensory bin exploration and of course time to interact and play with the animals on the farm! Each class finishes with a group activity such as storytime, music or yoga.
- Location: 5 Abbotts Hill Road, Newtown
- Dates: Runs Select Saturdays & Weekdays June-August
- Time: 10AM-11:15AM
- Ages: For 18 months - 4 years plus a caregiver
- Cost: $20 per class
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Little Animal Lovers & Me Classes provide a more structured environment in an outdoor class setting. Children participate in preschool aged activities including: turn-taking, group listening skills, games, yoga, & movement. In addition, farm opportunities include: feeding, watering, animal habitat needs & care.
Location: 5 Abbotts Hill Road, Newtown
Dates: Runs Select Saturdays & Weekdays June-August
Time: 9AM-9:45AM
Ages: 3- 5 year olds (caregiver can drop off or stay)
Cost: $20 per class
Register here!
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Nurture with Nature was founded by Naomi DaPaz Ribeiro, a licensed clinical social worker, whose passion lies in helping animals in need and in working with children and adolescents with varying abilities and goal sets. Naomi works as a school social worker in the Milford Public Schools. She has been working with children and their families for over 25 years and has been helping animals in need since she was a child. Naomi looks forward to working with you and your family in helping achieve your child’s personal goals and interests. More info at https://www.abbottshillfarm.com
