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Farm Hands Advanced Session 2025

Aug 4, 2025 - Aug 13, 2025, 8:30 am - 10:00 am, at Aldermere Farm

Maine Coast Heritage Trust invites youth ages 10 to 18 to get up close and personal with the Belted Galloway calves at Aldermere Farm, a historic saltwater farm preserve located at 20 Russell Avenue in Rockport. Aldermere Farm will host Farm Hands, a free, hands-on program for youth to practice haltering, grooming, and leading young calves. Participants will learn about our agricultural and animal handling practices, and provide an important community service to the farm by training calves, so they are easier to manage when they are full-grown. 

The Advanced session is for continuing participants and will run for three consecutive weeks from 8:30am to 10am, M/T/W from August 4 through August 13. Space is limited.

Generous support from donors makes this educational program free for every participant.

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Safety Agreement

I, the Participant, agree to follow farm rules for my own safety and the safety of my group. I understand that this means: (1) I will wear appropriate clothing, including boots, long pants and gloves. (2) I will listen and follow directions. (3) I will ask for help when I need it. (4) I will respect the cattle, farm property and my group members. (5) I will use appropriate behavior around the cattle. This means: • Speak quietly (no loud voices) • No running or rough-housing • Be aware of my surroundings • Be gentle, patient and move slowly • Watch out for my own safety and the safety of those around me. I understand that if I do not wear appropriate clothing or demonstrate acceptable behavior, I may be asked to sit out from activities.
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