Farm Family January 27, 2011

Crunchy snow underfoot, warm coats and fluffy feathers, the sweet smell of maple syrup bubbling in the evaporator, these are the signs of winter at Drumlin Farm. Visit the cows in the barn and feed them their evening hay. Watch the spring lambs and kids take their first bouncy steps. Then card some wool from the sheep's annual haircut. Check for eggs under fluffy hens. Make sure the pigs have enough straw to snuggle up in on cold winter nights. We will have adventures along the way as we help the farmers with chores. - - All ages welcome, but oldest child must be at least two years old. Up to three children per adult. "Backpack babies" (under 12 months and carried in a backpack or sling) are welcome free of charge, but please mention these participants when registering. The fee for children age 12-17 months is half the regular fee. Fees apply to all participants, both adults and children. - - - Things You Should Know: - - -Drumlin Farm Wildlife Sanctuary is a dynamic environment. Occasionally we may make programmatic changes to take advantage of new opportunities or to maintain the safety of the visitors and the animals we care for. - - -Children should be the age indicated by the start of each program. - - -Programs include time indoors, as well as outside, and will run rain or shine; please come dressed comfortably for our outdoor adventures! If severe weather occurs please call our cancellation line by dialing 781-259-2200 (then press 2, then 3). If your program is not mentioned, it will take place as scheduled. - - -In programs where there is a farm to food connection, snacks from the farm may be incorporated. Registration is required. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.php?program_code=1242-DFP11WI2 for more information.