Game of Logging chainsaw safety courses: Level 4, focusing on Storm Cleanup. Successful completion of Levels 1, 2 and 3 is required before enrolling in Level 4. Participants must bring their own chainsaw, PPE, including a safety helmet with face shield, eye and ear protection, and chaps, as well as lunch, water, and snacks for […]
For families and friends of all ages, we'll spend the day celebrating different ways to explore and experience the outdoors. Join us as we use art, movement, outdoor skill building, observation & science and more to enjoy the outdoor landscape. Food will be available; event is from 11am-3pm for a suggested donation of $5pp at […]
Join Merck staff as they go about afternoon wellness checks on the farm animals. Get to know our sheep, horses, chickens, turkeys, rabbits and pigs during our daily routine. Limited to 12 people. Admission is $10per person; children under 3 are free. Please indicate how many children and adults are in your party -- registrations […]
Join Merck staff as they go about afternoon wellness checks on the farm animals. Get to know our sheep, horses, chickens, turkeys, rabbits and pigs during our daily routine. Limited to 12 people. Admission is $10 per person; children under 5 are free. Please indicate how many children and adults are in your party -- […]
Join us for an autumn celebration of forests and timber at MFFC! Explore the woods, see our timber processing equipment, and learn about all the ways that trees and forests are part of our lives. The day will include forest-focused activities for the whole family. Admission is $5pp (requested donation) at the door. Keep an […]
Are you ready to master the art of processing chickens? Join MFFC Farmer Hadley Stock, and MFFC Resources Manager Mike Stock for an exciting adventure into the world of poultry preparation! Tuition is $45pp: the program is limited to 10 adult (18+) participants. Register HERE. Cancellation up to 15 days prior to the program will […]
Please note new date for this event Join Merck Forest, Vermont Woodlands and The Audobon Society for an immersive journey through the lifecycle of wood: from forest management to your kitchen! Learn how active forest management enhances biodiversity, structural diversity, and the overall health of our forests while supporting sustainable timber production. This workshop […]
Join us for a spook-tacular evening at Merck Forest & Farmland Center, where the woods come alive with Halloween fun! Get ready to trick-or-treat among our friendly farm animals, wagon rides, dancing, and explore our haunted barn filled with spine-chilling surprises for all ages. Indulge in sweet fall treats like warm apple cider and donuts, […]
Join Field Educator AJ Brundige on a guided hike of the property to explore the vibrant changing colors of the forest. The hike will be anywhere from 1-2.5 miles in length, depending on the group. Wear sturdy footwear, and bring a hiking/trekking poles if you have them. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the program. […]
Join MFFC Farmer Hadley Stock and MFFC Resources Manager Mike Stock as they take you through the process of butchering a pig from start to finish - gutting, skinning and quartering a pig. Tuition is $70pp; register through Rural Vermont here.
For this crafty Merck Forest opportunity, come ready to put your creative maker-skills to work! We'll be making hanging ornaments from a variety of found and natural materials (pinecones, wood, bark, seed pods, acorns, etc.). For makers of all ages; register HERE for each participant.
Create a holiday wreath from greens sourced at Merck Forest with a friend! Ribbons for bows and some natural materials are provided, and feel free to bring along your own favorite design elements to add to your wreath. Fee: $30 per wreath. Due to limited space, we can accommodate no more than two people per […]
Join us for an immersive and engaging hike - every step of the way, we'll learn to spot and interpret animal signs in the natural landscape. Click HERE to register.
The Moon will be rising in the east tonight, and hopefully skies will be clear! Join us for a guided moon-lit hike on our trails on a wintery evening. Bring a headlamp and dress warmly, with proper footwear, including trekking poles and micro-spikes/snowshoes should conditions warrant. All participants must be able to hike 1-2 miles […]
Experience the journey of maple sugaring from start to finish! Explore our sugarbush to see the trees where it all begins, then visit the sugarhouse to witness the transformation of sap into syrup at the evaporator. Meet at the Visitor Center with warm, waterproof layers and footwear 15 minutes before the tour begins. $10 per […]
Join Merck Forest’s education team for Kits and Cubs, our preschool/toddler and caregiver meet-up group on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10-11:30 am. Meet at the Visitor Center for themed nature exploration and activities, songs, story time, and take-home crafts. Weather/Season-appropriate clothing is strongly recommended. Pre-registration and payment are required for adults and children. Email us […]
Today we celebrate the sugaring season and all things maple.
Merck Forest & Farmland Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. We are not affiliated with, nor do we receive support from Merck & Company, Inc., nor are we part of any government agency. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
