Bowers School Farm Newsletter - March 2023

"I want to go about like the light-footed goats."
Johanna Spyri

OPEN BARN & VISITOR CENTER HOURS

Open Barn & Visitor Center reopens on April 15, 2023 with regular hours to be announced.

SPECIAL EVENT:  The Visitor Center will be open on March 5, 2023 @ 12p-3p along with the Winter Birth Celebration program (see below).

SPECIAL WINTER PROGRAM

NOTICE

DATE CHANGE
due to weather!

WINTER BIRTH CELEBRATION

Winter Birth Celebration is this weekend! Join us Sunday, March 5 from 12-3pm to celebrate the newest additions at the farm.

Advance $10 tickets required.
(Limited availability at the door)

Register Here

VISIT JOHNSON NATURE CENTER

Maple Sugaring - Sap Happy Event

Enjoy the maple sugaring season with a tour of our Sugarbush! Discover how to identify and tap the perfect sugar maple tree and enjoy the sights, smells, and tastes of the sweet syrup-making process in our Sugar Shack and Log Cabin.  Explore the log cabin, experience tree tapping, work on your tree identification skills, and much more with our staff and volunteers there to engage you in the joys of the season along the way. Self guided tours: March 11 or 18.

More info here

SUMMER CAMP

We are looking forward to a great summer! Registration is open and there are spots available throughout the summer for most age groups. Check the website for current availability. 

CAMPERSHIPS AVAILABLE 
Please read our guidelines and apply for financial support. Applications are due March 31 and applicants will be notified of award status May 1. Campership information is here.

SEEKING SUMMER STAFF

Camp is a great place to work! If you or someone you know highly values connection, new experiences, exploring curiosities, and spirited celebrations check out our available camp positions. We are actively recruiting for our 2023 dynamic team - please help us spread the word! Camp staff must be age 18+.  Camp staff information is here.



STEWARDS LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

Each summer, Camp recruits talented and highly motivated young adults, ages 14-18 to serve as Steward volunteers. Stewards develop critical leadership skills and gain fundamental job readiness experience. They are a necessary component of Camp. Steward application information is here.

Camp Info Here

EARTH DAY CELEBRATION & OPEN BARN

Earth Day Celebration at Bowers Farm & Johnson Nature Center


Join us on Saturday, April 15 at Bowers Farm from 9a-3p for our Earth Day Celebration, a kick-off to the Open Barn season! Take a wagon ride, meet the animals at the farm, and participate in family friendly Earth Day activities. The fun continues on Sunday, April 16 at Johnson Nature Center

More Info Here

SCOUTS & SMALL GROUPS PROGRAMS

Scouts and small groups can join us Thursdays and Saturdays this Spring! We’ve designed these programs to meet scout badge requirements and can adapt to meet your group’s needs. 

More Information Here

PRIVATE EVENTS

Private Events

We are here to help make your event memorable and unique while providing a beautiful farm location. 

Events can be small or large, with visits to the animals or merely a location for social gatherings.  Contact us to see how we can make your day special!

OPEN BARN RENTALS

Looking for a special place to host a birthday party this spring or need a private space for a small group? Look no further than Bowers School Farm.  Two hour rentals are available on Saturdays. Guests can explore our Open Barns while enjoying your private space for food and gathering. 

Information Here

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