|
A facility of the St. Charles Park District
|
|
Featuring...
- Dairy Barn & Milk House
- Sheep House & Pump House
- Chicken Coop
- Summer Kitchen
- Machine Shed
- Historic Farm
Demonstration Plots
- 100 Acres of
Agricultural Open Space
- Picnic Pavilion
- Interpretive Shelter
- Farm Discovery Trails
- Fruit Orchard
- Farm House
(not open to the public)
All buildings are open when staff is on site with the exception of the Farmhouse.
|
Grounds Open
Dawn to Dusk
|
M-Sa | 8am-3pm
|
|
Community Garden Plots
219 Annual / 45 Perennial
|
|
Annuals
|
120 plots
|
15'x30''
|
$25
|
Annuals
|
99 plots
|
30'x30'
|
$45
|
Perennials
|
24 plots
|
15'x30'
|
$25
|
Perennials
|
21 plots
|
30'x30'
|
$45
|
|
4 plot limit per gardener.
For more information,
call Cori at 630-513-4332 or
|
|
|
Summertime Fun
on the Farm
|
We are so excited to welcome back our lovely guests to the farm as the weather begins to warm up. There are plenty of things to see and do at the farm at this time of year and we can't wait for everyone to be a part of it! Whether it's a newborn animal, a special event or program we hope to see you here this summer.
 |
|
|
Making food for our "Animal Sweets & Treats" program this spring
|
You can expect to see plenty of babies at the farm this summer. Our sheep Nelly delivered her lamb Xander on March 15 this spring. You will most likely catch Xander doting over his mother and frolicking through the fields in the sheep pasture. Our Jersey Cow Peanut is expected to give birth by the end of May, so make sure to stop by this June to meet her! Chick season has started up again, as we begin to receive baby chicks from our lovely teachers of District 303! We have about two dozen chicks cozying up in our chicken coop right now, so drop-in for our Feed the Chickens or Chicken and Egg programs to get a closer look!
Primrose is also hosting several exciting programs this summer for all ages and interests! Join us every Saturday in June for
Primrose Palette as we create beautiful acrylic paintings over a lovely sunset view. If you are more of an animal person, consider signing up for our
Adopt-An-Animal program where you will adopt a farm animal of your choice for the summer, and learn to care for them! You may also be interested in gearing up your children for the new school year with our new program
StoryBooks Alive! where students will participate in an interactive storybook reading, followed by exciting story themed games and activities.
No matter where your interests may lie, Primrose Farm has a place for you! Thank you so much for your continued support and love. Your generous contributions are what make the farm such a wonderful place to visit. We can't wait to see you this summer!
|
|
|
Coffee & Cows Playgroup
Ages 1+
F Jul 13 | 9-10:30am (#16367)
F Aug 10 | 9-10:30am (
#16368)
RES $5/NR $8
Need an excuse to get out of the house? Come sip coffee and socialize with other parents while your little farmer plays! Each playgroup will be hosted by a Primrose Farmer and will feature a barnyard tour and either a story, craft or activity in the Summer Kitchen. Snacks and beverages will be available for both little farmers and parents. After the playgroup, stick around to walk a nature trail, take pictures on a vintage tractor or help in the vegetable garden.
|
Adopt-an-Animal
Ages 11-17
Th Jun 14-Aug 2 | 2-3pm
Integrate responsibility, education and human/animal bonding into a memorable and rewarding experience! Pick any farm resident of your choice, even the large ones, and raise them as your own. Learn about your animal's general health, proper feed rations, training tools and grooming techniques. Makes a great gift!
Click on code #s to register.
|
|
 |
All Ages | 10-11am | RES $10/NR $15 per program
Advanced registration required.
|
|
Click, Clack, Moo Cows that Type
The cows are learning to type, and Farmer Brown is having none of it! Join us for a storytelling experience like never before, where children can watch their favorite tales come to life. This week, students will search far and wide to find notes written by our very own cows, followed by a much deserved snack and craft! Parents and children alike are welcome to join in on the fun.
|
|
Pete the Cat and the Missing Cupcakes
Pete the Cat's cupcakes have mysteriously disappeared, and it's up to you to find the culprit! Join us at the farm for an interactive reading, followed by an exciting scavenger hunt and craft. You won't want to miss the sweet treats and surprises in store!
|
|
Where the Wild Things Are
Let the wild rumpus start! Join us at the farm as we transport you to a magical land, where the wild things are. Our tractor will take you to the wild isle for a storybook reading, and some wildly exciting games and crafts. Parents and siblings alike are welcome to join in on this roaring fun time!
|
|
|
Enjoy hands-on Farm fun
on Weekdays & Saturdays!
On-site registrations accepted. All ages welcome.
Ages 15 & under must be accompanied by an adult. Please arrive 10 minutes early to register on site.
Every Tuesday & Thursday
10am
RES $2/NR $4 per person
Great for young children to get hands-on experience! Stop by the office to pick up a feeding stick and marvel as the chickens flock to you and your feed.
Every Monday & Wednesday
1pm
RES $2/NR $4 per person
Get up close and personal with goats! Stop by the office for a feeding stick and some delicious goat treats, and you will be on your way. Merle and Norman can't wait to see you!
Every Wednesday & Saturday
10am
RES $5/NR $8 per person
Spend your morning cozying up to the Primrose cows! Meet these lovely ladies and discover what goes into dairying - the breeding, raising and milking of dairy animals. Then get up close and personal with one of the 'fresh' cows and try your hand at milking.
Chicken & Egg
Every Wednesday & Saturday
11am
RES $5/NR $8 per person
See, hear and touch the Columbian Wyandotte chickens that call Primrose home and help gather farm fresh eggs straight from the nest. All pickers take home a share of the eggs collected!
Hold Your Horses
First & Third Saturdays
2pm
RES $5/NR $8 per person
Crazy about horses? Here's your chance to mingle with some gentle giants - the Primrose Farm Belgian draft horses. Explore basic grooming techniques and learn about equine care practices of today and yesterday.
Feed the Animals
Second & Fourth Saturdays
2pm
RES $5/NR $8 per person
Please feed the animals! It's not often that you'll hear this being said on a farm. Get a unique - behind the scenes - opportunity to help feed the farm's animal residents. Learn about the care and feeding of livestock and how their specialized diets vary throughout the year.
|
Down on the Farm Camp
Searching for a unique camp experience? This is it! Learn what it's like to live on a farm. Start your day with chores, crafts and old-fashioned games. Milk a cow, gather eggs from the chicken coop, and help feed the animals.
Farmers
Ages 5-7 | TuTh | 9am-12pm
RES $60/NR $90
|
Jun 19 & 21
|
|
|
Jun 26 & 28
|
|
|
Jul 10 & 12
|
|
|
Jul 17 & 19
|
|
|
Jul 24 & 26
|
|
|
Jul 31 & Aug 2
|
|
|
Aug 7 & 9
|
|
|
Aug 14 & 16
|
|
Ranchers
This camp will continue its afternoon adventure with a variety of on-site and off-site activities.
Ag
es 7-12 | M-F | 8:30am-3:30pm
RES $200/NR $250
|
Jun 18-22
|
|
|
Jun 25-29
|
|
|
Jul 9-13
|
|
|
Jul 16-20
|
|
July 23-27
|
|
|
Jul 30-Aug 3
|
|
|
Aug 6-10
|
|
|
Aug 13-17
|
|
*Camp counselors have experience working with children and are trained in CPR and First Aid.
Emergency Forms
Parents/guardians must complete Emergency & Medical Information Forms in order for campers to participate in Farm Camp. Forms are available at stcparks.org.
|
|
|
|
Let the Primrose Farm staff tailor a one-of-a-kind scouting program to learn about agricultural farming, animal care and husbandry, environmentalism and hands-on history to meet your specific badge needs! All scout troops are invited to work alongside the farmers and educators for a unique learning experience.
Caring for farm animals, milking cows, tending to the vegetable gardens, beekeeping, hiking trails, wagon rides and exploring historical sites are just some of the activities available.
Boy Scouts: Custom Programs
Boy Scout Badges
Eagle Scout Projects
Girl Scouts: Custom Programs
Girl Scout Badges and Journeys
Gold Award Projects
These 1-hour programs are offered weekdays and Saturdays at your troops' convenience. Fee is $5 per scout. A tractor-drawn hayride can be added as an additional $2 per person.
To schedule a program or for more details,
call 630-513-4370.
|
Celebrate your Birthday
with a Barnyard Bash
at Primrose Farm!
Dress up in your overalls,
bandannas and boots for some fabulous and festive farm fun.
Weather permitting, parties are held either in the Summer Kitchen, under a picnic pavilion or at a picnic table in the farmyard.
For ages Ages 3-12
Available April to October
To reserve a date, call 630-513-4370.
For more info, click here.
|
|
|
|
|
Volunteer Opportunities
Do you need community service hours for school, scouts or church? Are you looking for an opportunity to get your hands dirty and give back to the community?
Primrose Farm is always in search of volunteers to help with livestock chores, gardening and farm clean up. Ages 15 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
For more information click here, or call 630-513-4370.
|
Details in the Fall Activity Guide!
Farm Frolic
Sunday, September 23 | 11am-3pm
|
Apple Afternoon
Saturday, October 6 | 1-4pm
|
|
Moonlight Hayrides
Fridays & Saturdays, October 5-20
Start Times: 530pm, 6:30pm, 7:30pm
|
Escape the Barn
Friday & Saturday, October 12-13
Start Times: 530pm, 6:30pm, 7:30pm
|
|
All programs are held at Primrose Farm, 5N726 Crane Road, St. Charles (unless otherwise noted).
630-513-4370 | primrosefarmpark.com
RES=Resident / NR=Nonresident
|
|
|
|
|
