Farm Hands participants leading Belted Galloway calves.
Farm Hands participants leading Belted Galloway calves. Photo courtesy of Erin Espinosa.

Farm Hands – Spring Session

May 4, 2026 - May 20, 2026, 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm, at Aldermere Farm

This spring, Maine Coast Heritage Trust (MCHT) 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 program for youth to practice haltering, grooming, and leading young calves. Participants will learn about agriculture and best practices for handling livestock while providing an important community service to the farm by helping train calves, so they are easier to manage when they are full-grown. 

Farm Hands will run for three consecutive weeks, May 4th through 20th, every Monday and Wednesday from 3:30-5:00 p.m. Space is limited. Registration is on a first come first served basis. 

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

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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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