Learn more about our Cardinals Program!
Farm, Forest & Homesteading program
for children age 5 to 10
This enrichment program offers children between ages 5 and 10 years old a chance to thoroughly immerse in farm life and develop strong homesteading skills. Through hands on participation around the farm, barns, animals, kitchen, and forest we explore self sufficiency, develop building skills, animal husbandry, food preservation and preparation. We are passionate about learning and teaching where our food comes from, understanding the different techniques and resources available to create a sustainable and healthy future and learning how we may make a positive impact in the environment around us. This program is our signature program offering the fundamentals of farming, gardening, homesteading and sustainability while developing trust, compassion and dedication to the natural world.
Our property is backed up by hundreds of acres of state land, The Bluestone Wild Forest, with beautiful trails where we take nature hikes together and explore the beauty and wonder of the natural world.
The days are always full and fun, and as always we make sure the days flow naturally with the rhythm of the children!
QUESTIONS? Please check our FAQ page.
Upcoming Sessions:
Fall Farm Program (9am-3pm; Ages 5 to 10)
Tuesdays, Sep 24 - Dec 17 (with a session on Tue, Nov 26)
Wednesdays, Sep 18 - Dec 18 (skipping Wed, Nov 27)
Thursdays, Sep 19 - Dec 19 (skipping Thanksgiving, Nov 28)
Fridays, Sep 20 - Dec 19 (skipping Fri, Nov 29; Fri, Dec 20 is rescheduled exceptionally for Monday, Dec 16)
You may also register for 1 or more days per week
Special 5-week Wonder Wednesdays at the Homestead Program (9am-3pm; Ages 5 to 10)
Wednesdays, Oct 2 - 30
EXCHANGE:
One day per week throughout the session (for example every Wednesday from Sep 18 to Dec 18):
$1330 for the 13-week session paid monthly in equal payments: 4 x $333 per month (Sep - Dec) or 3 x $433 per month (Oct - Dec)
5% discount if paid upfront for the entire session: $1260.
2 or more days, please reach out.
Wonder Wednesdays at the Homestead: sliding scale from $300 to $500 for 5 weeks
Enrollment Process
The enrollment process to Stony Hollow Farm programs is simple:
Go to our Enroll page, choose the program your are interested in and register and pay online.
Alternatively, you may enroll by filling up an online registration form and sending the payment via a Venmo or check (with this pathway, please confirm the availablity of the spot before enrolling).
“Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.”
— Fred Rogers
Our daily activities at the farm for all children
Collecting farm fresh eggs
Building, constructing, creating
Snuggling with farm animals
Beekeeping, learning about bees
Feeding animals
Bottle-feeding baby goats
Cooking
Beeswax projects
Grooming animals
Gardening
Baking
Needle felting with wool from our sheep or rabbit fur
Learn more about our Ravens Program!
Farm, Forest & Homesteading program for Tweens and Teens (age 11 to 15)
Discover an engaging and enriching homeschooling program at our farm, tailored especially for tweens and teens ages 11 to 15. This project-based learning experience combines hands-on activities with interdisciplinary education, allowing our tweens and teens to participate in a long term project built from the ground up.
Skills Developed:
Project Management: Plan, execute, and oversee the development of a farm store.
Budgeting: Learn to create and manage budgets, ensuring financial viability.
Architectural Planning: Study architectural designs and apply them to practical building projects.
Construction Skills: Gain hands-on experience in building and construction techniques.
Environmental Stewardship: Understand and implement practices that promote ecological balance and sustainability.
Collaboration & Teamwork: Work collaboratively with peers to achieve common goals.
Problem-Solving: Tackle challenges with creative and critical thinking.
Entrepreneurship: Develop business plans and strategies for the farm store.
Marketing: Learn how to promote and market the farm store and its products effectively.
Social Skills: Enhance cooperation, communication, teamwork, and conflict resolution through group collaboration.
Animal Husbandry: Participate in general care of the farm and its beloved animals.
Forest Discovery: Foraging, observing and reflecting on the natural world and understanding the impact we have on our environment.
Creativity Development: Produce a variety of goods for the farm store by using items grown and harvested from both greenhouse and natural environments, including foraged items like herbs and mushrooms, to create products such as tinctures and salves.
We are so excited to introduce this creative program to our community of older homeschoolers!
Upcoming Sessions:
Fall Farm Program (9am-3pm)
Ravens Program on Thursdays, Sep 19 - Dec 19
Ravens Program on Fridays, Sep 20 - Dec 16 (Last Friday is rescheduled for Mon, Dec 16)
You may also register for one or both days
Regular Farm, Forest & Homesteading Program for all ages on Tuesdays, Sep 24 - Dec 19
Regular Farm, Forest & Homesteading Program for all ages on Wednesdays, Sep 18 - Dec 19
EXCHANGE:
One day per week throughout the session (for example every Thursday from Sep 19 to Dec 19):
$1330 for the 13-week session paid monthly in equal payments:
4 x $333 per month (Sep - Dec) or 3 x $433 per month (Oct - Dec)
5% discount if paid upfront for the entire session: $1260.
2 or more days, please reach out.
More days per week: please contact us
Enrollment Process
The enrollment process to Stony Hollow Farm programs is simple:
Go to our Enroll page, choose the program your are interested in and register and pay online.
Alternatively, you may enroll by filling up an online registration form and sending the payment via a Venmo or check (with this pathway, please confirm the availablity of the spot before enrolling).
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the program run?
The program runs throughout the year and is divided into several sessions. We offer full season (9 to 13 weeks long) sessions that run in spring, summer, fall and winter. On a weekly basis, our program runs from Tueday to Friday, from 9am to 3pm (with an exception of summer when we are open Monday to Friday). Children can attend one day per week or more.
How much is a session?
Our prices are being updated for this upcoming 2024/2025 year. Please check out with us directly.
What is the age range and are all children together?
At our program, we cater to a diverse range of age: from 2.5 years old up to 14 years old, fostering a nurturing environment where children can thrive and grow. The starting age is based on readiness.
Honey Bees (2.5 to 5 years old):
These little ones buzz with energy and curiosity, eager to explore the world around them. In the Honey Bees group, we nurture their boundless imagination and encourage them to embrace their natural sense of wonder. Every day is an adventure, filled with playful learning that lays the foundation for a lifelong love of discovery. Our little ones need to be ready to join us, by this we mean that they are toilet independent, willing to come and stay without parents and nap is optional. We may offer it but we do not make them fall asleep. We offer quiet/rest time.Cardinals (5 to 10 years old):
Our Cardinals are the brave adventurers and emerging leaders, ready to spread their wings and soar. At this stage, they’re full of ideas, creativity, and a growing sense of independence. In the Cardinals group, we celebrate their enthusiasm and guide them as they take on new challenges, embrace teamwork, and inspire those around them with their innovative spirit.Ravens (11 to 14 years old):
The Ravens are our wise and confident explorers, navigating the journey from childhood to adolescence. As they approach the world with curiosity and determination, they become role models, guiding the younger ones with their insights and experience. In the Ravens group, we empower them to take on leadership roles, encouraging them to pursue their passions and shape their unique paths with confidence and purpose.How about summer?
Summer sessions are organized a bit differently. We have seven 1-week long sessions (Monday thorughout Friday, 9am-3pm). Children can attend 1 or more sessions. There is also an option to continue with our regular yearly schedule for children already enrolled in our programs, which means that a child could attend same day every week through the duration of the entire summer (subject to availability). All weekly sessions offer sliding scale pricing from $450 to $580 / week (Summer 2024).
Is there a yearly commitment?
We run our program in 9 to 13-week sessions, so that families get to adapt to their lifestyles and pay by session. There is no year long commitment. However, we do ask for a full session commitment and make-up days are available for any missed days.
What is the annual schedule?
We plan our sessions 1 to 2 seasons ahead. You can check our ‘Enroll’ sections to see the exact dates of the upcoming sessions. Here is however an example of our annual schedule:
Fall session: from the 3rd week of September - till the 3rd week of December
Winter Solstice Special Program: 3rd week of December
Winter session: from the 1st week of January - till mid March. We also offer 4-day Winter Break mini session during that time.
In March or April, there is a special 4-day Spring Break mini session,
Spring Session: from mid-March - till the beginning of June
Summer Sessions: from mid June - till the 3rd week of August (sometimes 4th week of August)
Do you offer trial days or farm tours?
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer free trial days or farm tours. If you are uncertain for the program to be the right fit, please talk with Miss Juliet, the farm program director and owner of the Stony Hollow Farm.
There is a possibility to attend a paid full day farm program though. We call it a “drop-in” day. Space is limited, however if planned in advance with Miss Juliet, we will surely find space for your child/ren to experience our program. It is a full day 9am to 3pm. It’s a drop-off so we ask parents not to stay at the farm, however you are welcome to stay for the first half an hour as well as come 10-15 minutes before the pick up time. The cost of such a day is $100.
The best time to see if the program is the right fit might be the 1-week long session during summer or during our winter or spring break mini sessions.
How to enroll into a program?
The enrollment process to Stony Hollow Farm programs is simple:
Go to our Enroll page, choose the program your are interested in and register and pay online.
Alternatively, you may enroll by filling up an online registration form and sending the payment via a Venmo or check (with this pathway, please confirm the availablity of the spot before enrolling).