Early Learning, Nature Play, and Nurturing Care at Soule

First Farm Fun 2026:

This program runs the second Tuesday of every month May – October 

Put on your boots and head to Soule Homestead! Our farm friendly story hour is back after a winter break and we couldn’t be more excited. Come meet an animal or learn about a wild animal at our center, hear a story, and make a craft. This program is geared towards ages 2-5 but siblings are always welcome.

First Farm Fun is an hour long drop-in program, no pre-registration is needed. Bring a blanket for story time or enjoy the grass. Feel free to bring a lunch to stay and picnic after the program wraps up at 11am. Restrooms, water fountain, and baby changing station located in the barn.

Soule Homestead is an organic working farm. We require that all guests big and small wear shoes at all time and bug spray is encouraged. Any questions, email us at info@soulehomestead.org. 

• Program Dates: Every second Tuesday of the month, May – October, 10am – 11am
• Program Location: Park using the second driveway (near goats), registration at barn
• Program Fee: Free for Members, $5 per child for non-members
• This is a drop-in event, no pre-registration is required

Past Programming Farm Buddies – this program will be back soon

Does your little one love learning and playing outdoors? Join our educator as she explores the farm and many habitats that make-up Soule Homestead. Each week we will visit a new farm animal and a new special place on the property. We will spend our time together playing, hiking, gardening, building, creating, learning new skills, telling stories, and making new friends. Farm Buddies is a drop-off program for 3 ½-6 year old children. Children will be outside in all weather, so proper clothing is essential. We are asking each family who registers to commit to attending 1 class as a parent/caregiver volunteer. This program is extremely small, spaces fill quickly. If you have any questions, please contact educator@soulehomestead.org.

Farm Buddies Program – Sept 30, 2026 – Nov 4, 2026

Farm Buddies Registration: CLICK HERE

Farm Buddies is back! Join us for a fun, hands-on program designed for children ages 3–6! This 6 week session will meet every Wednesday from September 30, 2026 – November 4, 2026, 9am-12pm. Farm Buddies focuses on age appropriate activities that encourages play, making connections with nature, and foraging new friendships. Each session includes a morning of exploring, learning, and getting to know more about our farm and nature. Space is extremely limited so register asap.

Each week, our Farm Buddies will have the opportunity to:

• Meet and interact with our farm animals
• Explore the garden and learn about growing food
• Discover nature through hiking and exploring our woods and wetlands
• Age-appropriate science activities
• Build confidence through hands-on play and learning
• Making new friends
• Arts and crafts

Farm Buddies is an outdoor-centered program, and getting outside is an important part of every session. We’ll explore the woods, wetlands, gardens, and farm fields throughout the season. We’ll also spend some time indoors for snack and crafts.

Rain or shine, we plan to head outside! Please send your child prepared for the changing weather and outdoor exploration. 

Short List: Please refer to the SHEC Farm Buddies Handbook

• An extra change of clothes, including socks
• Rain boots or winter boots, depending on the weather
• A rain jacket or other weather-appropriate outer layer
• A water bottle
• Several snacks

All farm buddies should be potty trained and comfortable in the bathroom before starting our program. 

We ask that each registering family commits to attending 1 class as a parent/caregiver volunteer. 

This program requires a minimum of 5 children to run.

We can’t wait to get outside, get our hands dirty, meet some farm friends, and have fun learning together!