In the barnyard at Weatherbury Farm Vacation

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Kids Program

"When they decided to add to the herd of Hereford cattle that Weatherbury Farm raise, they specifically bought animals that would appeal to kids of all ages and gave them kid-friendly names. The billy goat is appropriately named Gruff. The Aracauna chickens are unique in that they lay blue, green and pink eggs. The Scottish Highlander cattle feature shaggy coats, elegant horns and are known for their gentle disposition. Plus, it's impossible to look at the little black pygmy goat (named Sleeping Beauty) and not scream 'How cute!'"
Greater Pittsburgh Region Metroguide, 2003 edition
 

"We tell people we're not Disneyland," says Marcy Tudor ... who runs Weatherbury with her husband, Dale, and  ... son, Nigel. "We don't have people with pooper scoopers running behind the animals."
Orlando Sentinel, July 14, 2002
 

The barnyard at Weatherbury Farm Vacation includes the
following animals:

Goats
Hereford Cows
Highland Cows
Sheep
Poultry  (Ducks, Geese , Guineas & Chickens)

Each morning after breakfast, guests are invited to help "Farmer Dale" with the chores 

Morning chores may include (depending on time of year): - pumping water at the old hand pump for the animals - bottle feeding baby animals - feeding bunny rabbits in cages - feeding mature goats corn by hand - feeding sheep corn (from a scoop or by hand ) - feeding baby chicks & ducks (in late spring/early - mid summer) - feeding and watering chickens at the hen house and gathering eggs (the high point of many children's visit). - searching for guinea hen nests and collecting eggs for the incubator (mid - late summer). Guineas are very good at hiding their nests. They are also terrible mothers, which is why we collect and incubate the eggs. - feeding hay to sheep & goats (early spring and fall) Chore time also includes an explanation of the farm equipment and is an opportunity for both children and parents to ask Farmer Dale questions. Chores normally last about 45 minutes depending on questions. The remainder of the day may be spent enjoying the farm or exploring the countryside.

Home       About Weatherbury Farm      Lodging       Activities       Media Accolades
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Activities: Farm Activities:  In the barnyard       Hereford Cows         Highland Cows         Sheep         Goats       Poultry

Kids Program

phone: (724) 587-3763

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(Our email address is info@weatherburyfarm.com and we do answer all emails -- if you don't hear back from us, either your email or our answer has been lost in cyber space.)

www.weatherburyfarm.com

a kid friendly family farm stay vacation destination; far from the madding crowd, in the country, just 45 minutes southwest of Pittsburgh, PA -- fun & educational