Welcome to Beacon Hill Farm Learning Co-operative!
Beacon Hill Farm Learning Cooperative is a unique enrichment center where homeschooled youth ages 8-16 learn together through hands-on experiences, guided by specialist teachers in a working farm environment. Our self-directed approach encourages students to explore their interests and connect deeply with nature and life skills, while parents participate actively in the learning journey, creating a vibrant community of growth and discovery.
Mar
19
Indoor Archery
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19 from 12:30-3:30pm
AND
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26 from 12:30-3:30pm
Join Dan Edmonds from Rangers Ridge as he teaches Traditional Archery basics with a recurve bow and gives an opportunity to practice in our indoor space. Classes are small (5 kids) for individualized attention. Each group will practice for 1 hour. 12:30 pm Session1:30pm Session2:30pm SessionAge Restrictions: 8-16 years oldcost: $20/personWAITList - We are currently full for the Archery Classes on Both dates. please place your name on the waitlist and we will reach out if space opens
Mar
26
Indoor Archery
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26 from 12:30-3:30pm
Join Dan Edmonds from Rangers Ridge as he teaches Traditional Archery basics with a recurve bow and gives an opportunity to practice in our indoor space. Classes are small (5 kids) for individualized attention. Each group will practice for 1 hour. 12:30 pm Session1:30pm Session2:30pm SessionAge Restrictions: 8-16 years oldcost: $20/personWAITList - We are currently full for the Archery Classes on Both dates. please place your name on the waitlist and we will reach out if space opens
Apr
16
to Jun 4
Wilderness Survival Skills
Join wilderness guide Dan Edmonds from 12:30-3:00pm as he leads children aged 8-12 through a series of outdoor survival skills including knife skills and safety, fire starting, shelter building, and animal tracking. No prior experience needed, but children need to be mature enough to follow safety instructions. This class is serious, but fun! Participants must sign up for all 8 weeks of the session as material will build throughout the course. Cost: Approximately $160 for 8 weeks, to be determined based on interest. Dates for this program have not yet been determined. Please use the Link Below to express interest in the program
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May
3
Meet the Chicks
Here at Beacon Hill Farm, we raise chickens for eggs & meat. Come meet the chicks and learn about different breeds, chicken lifecycle & how we raise chickens in the pasture. This is a family friendly event and we welcome folks of all ages & stages of life. This is a great opportunity to visit the farm and see the many projects that are underway. 
May
12
Horsemanship
Horsemanship is much more involved than sitting in a saddle. This class focuses on the groundwork. Learn to read horse body language, groom, tack up, and care for a pony. Farm chores will be a part of this class, so be prepared to roll up your sleeves and get dirty. This class is taught by Reina Baizman, owner and trainer at Little Creek Farm in Fulton, NY. Cost: $20/person per dateDates Have not yet been determined- please use the form below to express interest in the program.
May
15
Working with Wool
Thursday, May 15 from 12:30-2:30pm
Marcia Weinart from Undeniably Loopy is a homeschooling mom and experienced fiber artist. She brings her experience of over 25 years of knitting, crocheting, wet felting, drop spindle, and hand spinning to Beacon Hill Farm. Marcia will start the class with a demonstration of a technique and then provide support as students practice it. Marcia is able to tailor the classes to the interests and needs of her students, even offering opportunities for advanced students to have 1:1 support with their independent projects. All materials will be provided. No experience needed! Parents/caregivers are also encouraged to attend with their student and learn alongside their student. Cost: $10-15 for 1-2 hour session (to be determined)Become A Volunteer
We welcome anyone who feels moved to help in this mission of sustainability to share their experience with our farm. Are you a teacher, artisan, carpenter, farmer or community member who would like to share your skills or teach a class? Please fill out this form!Are you interested in teaching a group of self-directed learners in a hand-on, experiential class? Do you have a suggestion of a type of class that your homeschooler would like to take? Do you have a recommendation for an engaging, enthusiastic and all around amazing teacher? Please let us know!