FARM EXPLORERS

We're partnering with the Waunakee Village Center for another year of Farm Explorers! Join us to explore the park and learn about a variety of topics through fun, hands-on activities. Sessions will take place indoors and outdoors, so please dress accordingly. Pre-register now to reserve your spot. Walk-ins can be accommodated as we are able. See all dates and topics below, and click on the blue button to be taken to the registration page.

Registration is facilitated through the Waunakee Village Center's website, but we are committed to reaching and welcoming people from other communities beyond Waunakee. For non-residents, please contact us about offsetting additional registration costs if interested.

Saturday, February 1st 5:30-6:30 pm: Winter Night Hike

Join us when the sun sets to see the park in a whole new light. Enjoy a guided walk through the prairie while learning about local nocturnal animals. Then head to the historic farmyard to warm up around a bonfire. Cost per family: $6 for Waunakee residents, $11 for non-residents

Friday, February 28th 9 - 11 am: Animals in Winter

Learn about local animals and hiberation through a story, craft, and guided winter hike. Activities are geared toward ages 4-8 with an adult, but children of all ages and abilities are welcome! Cost: $12 for Waunakee residents, $17 for non-residents

Friday, March 21st 9 - 11 am: All About Owls

Learn about owls through a story, craft, and guided winter hike. Activities are geared toward ages 4-8 with an adult, but children of all ages and abilities are welcome! Cost: $12 for Waunakee residents, $17 for non-residents

Monday, April 21st 9-10:30 am: All About Birds

Learn about birds through games, a craft, and a nature hike with binoculars. Activities are geared toward ages 4-8 with an adult, but children of all ages and abilities are welcome! Cost: $12 for Waunakee residents, $17 for non-residents

Monday, May 19th 9 - 10:30 am: Tractors and More

Learn about historic farm machinery, do a craft, and take a wagon ride around the park. Activities are geared toward ages 4-8 with an adult, but children of all ages and abilities are welcome! Cost: $12 for Waunakee residents, $17 for non-residents

Monday, June 16th 9 - 10:30 am: Play Like a Farmer

Tour the historic farmhouse, try out some antique tools, make butter, explore the heirloom garden, and more. Activities are geared toward ages 4-8 with an adult, but children of all ages and abilities are welcome! Cost: $12 for Waunakee residents, $17 for non-residents

Wednesday, June 25th 9 -10 am: Little Ones on the Farm

Play in the garden, meet the chickens, take a mini walk, and more. Activities are geared toward ages 3 and under with an adult, but children of all ages and abilities are welcome! Cost: $12 for Waunakee residents, $17 for non-residents

Saturday, June 28th 9 - 10:30 am: Prairie Blooms

Learn about the park's wildflowers as they change throughout the season with a story, hands-on activity, and guided exploration of the prairie. Activities are geared toward ages 4-8 with an adult, but children of all ages and abilities are welcome! Cost: $12 for Waunakee residents, $17 for non-residents

Monday, July 14th 9 - 10:30 am: Play Like a Farmer

Wednesday, July 16th 9 -10 am: Little Ones on the Farm

Saturday, July 26th 9 - 10:30 am: Prairie Blooms

Wednesday, August 20th 9 - 10:30 am: All About Birds

Saturday, August 30th 9 - 10:30 am: Prairie Blooms

We are passionate about making our events accessible to people of all needs and abilities. If you have any questions and/or need special accommodations, please do not hesitate to contact us!

Refunds/Cancellations:

Program fees are refundable when:

The acitvity is cancelled by Schumacher Farm Park
The participant cancels for a medical reason (a physician's note is required)
The participant un-enrolls 7 or more days prior to the beginning of the activity