Programs & Events

We offer programs and experiences for all ages. If you are interested, please contact us, and we will help you create an unforgettable experience!

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    Nature Tales on Donkey Trails

    Join us for a magical, family-friendly experience at the farm!

    Gather with award-winning singer-storyteller Mary Jo Maichack for captivating tales that stir the heart, spark the imagination, and celebrate our connection to the natural world—with a few donkey brays for good measure.

    Saturdays, 10:00 - 11:00 AM

    Dates:
    April 26
    May 31
    June 28
    July 19
    August 9
    September 20
    October 18
    November 15
    December 13

    Cost: $10 per family

    To register, email lori.homefarm@gmail.com

    All proceeds support the care of our rescue animals and community programs.

  • Summer Day Camp

    Let your child experience the joy of the farm in summertime!

    Rooted in nature, animals, and emotional growth, our program offers hands-on discovery and heartfelt connection.

    Activities include:

    • Daily time with horses, including riding (for full-day enrollees)

    • Gentle bonding with goats, lambs, bunnies, donkeys, and minis

    • “Feelings with Fur” — learn how animals help us understand emotions

    • Beyond the Barn nature walks and land exploration

    • Barnyard activities, grooming, play, creativity, and calm

    Morning and afternoon sessions and the opportunity to combine them for a full-day experience are available.

    Dates:
    July 22-25
    August 12-15

    Sessions: 9 to 11 am or 1 to 3 pm

    Pricing:
    One session a day: $40
    Full day: $60*
    Come for the week $225*

    *Full-day participants should bring a lunch

    To register, email lori.homefarm@gmail.com

    All levels of experience welcome

  • Donkey Treks

    Our new Donkey Treks are perfect if you love the thought of going out on the trails at HomeFarm but would rather stay grounded? We will pair you up with one of our fabulous mini donkeys, and together, you will explore and delight in the trails through our woods, hayfield, and over a stream or two.

    Donkey treks are a fun way to celebrate any special occasion. They are also perfect if you and your friends or family are looking for a unique way to experience the beauty of the Berkshires.

    Cost: $100/group for an hour trek (5 max).

    We have also partnered with Berkshire Picnics so that you can add on a luxury picnic. Contact us to book a trek and for more information.

  • Horse Tours—A Special Trail Ride Experience

    What to expect: We start your trail ride experience by allowing you and your horse time to get to know one another. You will groom your horse, and learn a bit about their story, personality, and how they communicate. Feel free to ask questions and get hands-on! The ride will begin in our outdoor arena, getting down safety and the essential basics.

    We will then venture out through a hayfield, down a wooded lane, across a brook, and around the farm. Take in the amazing scenery and deep breaths of nature all around.

    Cost: $100/per person. For ages 10+.

  • Farm Fun for Families & Groups

    Join us for an immersion experience for kids and adults. Start with a meet and greet with the animals, then grooming and hands-on with the horses, a pony ride, and interaction with the donkeys and goats. It is a special experience that everyone will remember! 90 minutes.
    Pricing: Memorial Day-Labor Day
    Monday-Thursday: $250 up to 4 people; $50 pp additional (2 and under free)
    Friday-Sunday: $350 up to 4 people; $75 pp additional

  • Barn Birthday Parties

    Join us for a birthday celebration they will never forget. Start with a lively meet and greet with all the animals, and then grooming, pony rides, donkey time, use of camp room space, donkey den, or gazebo, depending on weather and the size of your group.

    Activities can be customized for each group to provide the best experience.

  • Photo Shoots

    HomeFarm’s breathtaking vistas and delightful farm animals provide the perfect backdrop for any occasion. Dress up, tell us the theme, and have a photo shoot for any special occasion—birthday, anniversary, engagement, graduation, or just because!

    Bring your own photographer. Contact us for more information and pricing.

Equine-assisted healing

N.E.I.G.H. (National Equine Institute for Growth through Healing) program

Horses have a unique way of sensing and mimicking human behavior and emotions. Equine Assisted Therapy allows humans to interact and connect with horses and each other in a non-threatening, non-judgmental atmosphere. Through these interactions, emotional and behavioral tendencies are uncovered and encountered under the supervision of a certified instructor.

This unique program, for Individuals and groups, is a facilitated interaction with our gentle horses to support emotional and mental health healing for issues such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, self-harm, self-esteem issues, and abusive relationships. N.E.I.G.H. participation can be standalone or integrated with current therapy and support involving mental health professionals. Using the Emotional Coat Model, participants learn to identify behaviors, traits, and communications via the horses rather than directly, providing a more open and less threatening approach for discussion, empathy, and reflection.

Our HomeFarm staff are trained facilitators for equine-assisted activities and learning; however, they are not therapists.

Custom programs are available for children, adults, families, schools, human services organizations, and other nonprofits. Our animals are always willing to help.

Educators and Artists

Host a class or workshop

HomeFarm is an inspiring setting for painting, drawing, writing, or photography classes. Our unique destination combines natural beauty and history to spark creativity while evoking a sense of well-being and calm.

We also offer a wonderful outdoor classroom for students and homeschoolers to learn about farming, agriculture, and animal care.

If you would like to host a class on our property, contact us, and let’s explore the possibilities.