Old Mill Farm, at 8913 NC 751 in Durham, is holding a ticketed event, Family Fun on the Farm, on these upcoming Saturdays: January 16th, 2021 January 23rd, 2021 January 30th, 2021 Tickets are $15 per person and must be purchased in advance. Learn about other animal encounters in the Triangle! 90-minute time slots start at: 10 a.m. 12 p.m. 2 p.m. 4 p.m. You … [Read more...] about Family Fun Day on the Farm at Old Mill Farm in Durham
Animals
27 dog parks in the Triangle — what you need to know before you go
Dog parks have become some of the most popular additions to parks and public spaces in the past decade. They not only provide a safe area for dogs to exercise and socialize with other dogs, but they also provide a place for dog owners to socialize. Often dog owners are happy to offer training tips or share knowledge about other dog-friendly spaces in the area. Some dog parks in the Triangle … [Read more...] about 27 dog parks in the Triangle — what you need to know before you go
Animal encounters: where to find alpacas, goats, tigers and more in the Triangle
If there are animal lovers in your family, you're in luck, because there are several places in the Triangle where you can visit animals of all kinds. Alpacas? Check. Tigers? Check. Goats? Lots of them! Some of these attractions are working farms and ranches. Some are private zoos or aquariums. Some are rescue and rehabilitation facilities. You should read up a little bit on the venue before … [Read more...] about Animal encounters: where to find alpacas, goats, tigers and more in the Triangle
The Poetry Fox reads poems to chickens at Hen Institute
Hen Institute is a mobile chicken coop, inhabited by egg-laying chickens, that serves as a public art project, a classroom, and community space in Raleigh. Hen Institute invites artists and community members to use the space as a curatorial framework to create artistic, community-based and educational programs. It's sponsored by the City of Raleigh and the Raleigh … [Read more...] about The Poetry Fox reads poems to chickens at Hen Institute
Farm visits and movie nights with goats at Spring Haven Farm
Spring Haven Farm, at 5306 Homer Ruffin Rd, Chapel Hill, offers guests plenty of opportunities to spend time with goats. To see all their upcoming events, visit their Facebook page. Farm Visits Spring Haven Farm offers scheduled farm visits, during which families can interact with the baby cows, the horses, pigs, a donkey, and the goats. Kids can ride on the Tractor Train Express and make … [Read more...] about Farm visits and movie nights with goats at Spring Haven Farm
Pittsboro alpaca farm offering tours
M & M Alpaca Farm of North Carolina, at 7084 US Highway 64 W, Pittsboro, will begin offering tours, starting on August 6th, 2020. On the tours you'll learn about the alpacas, why M & M Alpaca Farm raises them, what they eat, about shearing, about fiber works, and much more. The tours will be offered Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. Tours are $5 a … [Read more...] about Pittsboro alpaca farm offering tours
Free Adopt-a-Cow program for classrooms
DiscoverDairy is offering classrooms of all kinds an opportunity to "adopt a cow." The Adopt-a-Cow program is completely free for classrooms. Registration is through October 15th. Throughout the program you'll learn her name, when her birthday is, where she lives, and how the farmer takes care of her. You'll receive pictures of the cow, activity sheets for the students, a PowerPoint of … [Read more...] about Free Adopt-a-Cow program for classrooms
Goat Bingo with Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge
Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge, at 7236 NC Highway 87 N, in Pittsboro, is a non-profit organization that works to protect animals from factory farms. The Refuge is a sanctuary that cares for rescued chickens, turkeys, ducks, sheep, goats, pigs and cows who come from lives of abuse, neglect and abandonment. These animals find peace and protection on 16 acres of pasture and woods, where they will … [Read more...] about Goat Bingo with Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge
Juneteenth farm tours in Chatham County
Off Grid in Color is a sanctuary for health and wellness at 11 Daisy Scurlock Road, Moncure, in Chatham County. Its mission is to lead people to greater self-sufficiency through farm raised food, birth coaching and community outreach. Off Grid in Color is offering Juneteenth farm tours on Friday, June 19th, 2020, from 5 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. They are free, but you need to reserve your … [Read more...] about Juneteenth farm tours in Chatham County
Facebook Live events with Carolina Tiger Rescue
Carolina Tiger Rescue, in Pittsboro, has been providing a home for exotic animals in need since 1973. They also educate the public on how we can make a difference for wild cats in captivity and in the wild. They are going Facebook Live with several events where the public can learn more about tigers. These events will be on Carolina Tiger Rescue's Facebook page. It's free to … [Read more...] about Facebook Live events with Carolina Tiger Rescue
