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Kathleen Fields -
President/Instructor Anita Russo - Secretary/Treasurer |
Kim Carl - Instructor Deb Stewart - Instructor Megan Courtney - Instructor Jessica Barberry - Vocational Program Co-ordinator |
| Flint Hill Farm Educational Center Inc. Newsletter | Spring 2008 |
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The Flint Hill Farm Educational Center has received it's 501(c)(3) status from the Irs, classifying it as a public charity. If you would like to donate to the educational center, contact your accountant to find out your tax incentives. As you consider donating to charities, please consider Flint Hill Farm Educational Center.
Attention Knitters & Spinners
Beginners welcome!
Lehigh Valley Knitters & Coopersburg Spinners meet monthly here at Flint Hill Farm.
1st Saturday of every month is for knitting. The 2nd Saturday of every month is for spinning. Come join us for fun, fibre, and fellowship. We'll be working on socks and scarves for the upcoming fall and winter seasons. Call or check online for times and updates.
Our Romney and Jacob fleece are now available in hand spun 1 or 2 ply yarn and roving. Fall spinning classes for drop spindle or wheel are filling. Please contact Kathy or Anita to reserve your spot. Cost of class is $20.00. Kathy will also come to knitting groups to show knitters how to spin their own yarns using drop spindle technique. We are also dealer for Louet spinning products and wheels.
Flint Hill Farm Store
We Still Have Barbaro!
The farm store shelves are stocked with an assortment of Flicka toys & collectibles from the Flicka movie. The latest Breyer Collectibles are also in stock. We have limited numbers of Barbaro and Christmas ornaments from Breyer. If you don't see what you want we can order it for you. We has the latest catalog from Breyer. Shawls and scarfs created by Kathy are also now available for purchase in the Farm Store, as well as yarn and roving handspun by Kathy. Gift certificates which can be redeemed toward any of the "Flint Hill Farm" activities or in the Farm Store, can be purchased in the office. We carry a full line of Troxel helmets and we would be happy to help you find the correct fit. We also have t-shirts, sweat shirts, jacets and hats with the Flint Hill Farm logo. We also make t-shirts with any picture you would like on them, or we can take a picture for you and put it on a t-shirt. As always, you can continue to order anything you need from the Smucker's Harness Shop catalog at a discount. We accept Visa or MasterCard. Stop by or call and see what new things we are adding each week!
Goat milk Cheese,Yogurt,Cow Milk, Cheese, Yogurt, Butter and eggs are now available from our Farm Store. Please call ahead to place your orders.
A Healthier You
Before major milk producers began marketing their "new" product that is "good for digestion", our goats were busy producing their own. Non ultra processed milk and milk products have the natural balance for healthy bones and bodies. Pasteurized and raw milk products are available. Purchase your milk and we can individualize your order for yogurt, soft cheese and herb cheeses. Think healthy! Think holidays! Remember we are registered with Dept of Agriculture.
PASA - Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture
Flint Hill Farm is a member of PASA and strongly supports this dedicated group. The 17th annual Farming for the Future Conference will be held February 7-9, 2008 at the Penn Stater Conference Center, State College, PA. Flint Hill Farm is a sponsor of PASA.
For further information on PASA and all the upcoming events please e-mail Heather House at heather@pasafarming.org or visit their web site at http://pasafarming.org
Lights in the Woods
Visited By Many New Families !
They came from as far away as the North Pole, Michigan, & Florida to be part of our Lights in the Woods event! We had to overcome, weather, and technical difficulties, but it was all worth it in the end to see the children light up as Santa answered their questions and assured them he knew where they lived! Kathy and her team of Percherons, Margaret & Princess, and Belgians,Jennifer & Kiwi, wound their way through the farm singing holiday favorites to the rythym of the horses sleigh bells. Visitors warmed themselves at the bonfire drinking hot chocolate or hot cider, while others followed their tour guides as they walked through the barns and met the animals. We look forward to having this event again next year. A special THANK YOU to all of our volunteers without whom we could not have run this event.
PA Women's Agriculture Network
Kathy Fields and Anita Russo are Southeastern regional representatives for PA WAgN. The Pennsylvania Women's Agricultural Network(PA-WAgN) supports women in agriculture by providing a positive learning environment, networking, and empowerment. PA-WAgN members are women farmers, agricultural professionals, and educators committed to supporting and providing educational opportunities to women working in agriculture and ag-related businesses. It is in partner ship with Penn State Cooperative Extension & Outreach, Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences, PA Association for Sustainable Agriculture(PASA), PA Certified Organic, PA Dept. of Agriculture, PA EPA, Natural Resources Conservation Service, and the Rodale Institute.
For further information, please contact the farm office at 610-838-2928 or by e-mail at kathysponies@aol.com. Visit the PAWAgN web site at http://wagn.cas.psu.edu
Flint Hill Farm Educational Center, Inc., a not-for-profit organization. It's mission: Feeding the Spirit, Educating the Mind, and Preserving the Community. Curriculum outlines are available to local private and public schools, home schoolers, individuals and groups. Please call 610-838-2928 for more information or you can e-mail the center at: FlintHillFarmEd@aol.com.
Individual Driving Weekend Getaways
Our individual driving weekend getaways are available. With the expansion of our housing accommodations we are able to create a hospitality package that includes one or two overnights and one or two days of driving. Limit- 4 adults 17 and older. Focus will be on basic and advanced single or team driving techniques. Principles of driving can be applied to all aspects of driving- competitive, pleasure, or farming. Brochures available . Only certain calendar dates available. Make your reservations early, as space is limited.
Adult/Family Farm Weekends
Ever wonder what it's like to work on a farm? We are now having family and/or adult weekends at Flint Hill Farm. Work along side us learning about barn work, safe handling and care of horses, goats, and sheep. Imagine gathering your own
eggs for breakfast! You can also explore the world of hand spinning and weaving. No previous experience required, just a desire to learn. Beginner and advanced riding/driving time can be scheduled. Lehigh Valley holds many points of interest for all ages and in all seasons. This will be an experience your family will never forget. Farm accommodations available.
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It's a girl again!
Blossom just gave birth to her big baby girl, Darla!
Born April 8th!
Baby has a Boy & a Girl!
Baby's kids were born April 15th!
DOLLY HAS A BOY & A GIRL!
Dolly gave birth April 16th! Aren't they cute!
We have 1 doe to go! Don't forget our sponsoring programs!
Spring Open House
April 19 & 27
10am-4pm
Bruce Debman Clinic
Demos
April 18
6pm-8pm
Vocational Center Open house
11am-3pm
April 26
Adult Driving Seminar
May 11
8:30am - 4:30pm
Summer Horse Camp
Jun 30-Jul 4; Jul 14-18; Aug 4-8
Kinder Camp
July 7-11; Aug 11-15
Farm Camp
July 28-Aug 1
Flint Hill Farm Educational Center Spring School Tours are filling fast. We have over 40 schools who will be touring the Educational Center through the "Healthy Farms & Healthy Schools Matching Grant Program. If you would like more information on our tours and availability, please call 610-838-2928 or e-mail us at flinthillfarmed@aol.com.
Flint Hill Farm Birthday Parties Are Fun!
Birthday parties for all ages! Use of a working blacksmith shop for cake and family and friends, which you can personalize with your own theme. A roaring wood stove and coal forge provide heat during the chilly fall and winter days. The farm's friendly goats and sheep and the roaming chickens and guinea hens will be pleased to greet you. You can create personal party packages by adding options of pony rides and/or horse drawn hay rides. Our new gift shop can create goody bag gifts for each guest, using plush farm animals tucked into our cowboy/cowgirl hats. Call or e-mail for prices and package options. LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU!
Flint Hill Farm Article
Flint Hill Farm was featured in an article on October 16, in The Morning Call. To view the article click link below.
Flint Hill Farm
1922 Flint Hill Rd.
Coopersburg, PA 18036
It's a Girl x 3!
Fergie, one of our Nigerian Dwarf Goats, gave birth to triplets, April 1st! Her girls are doing well. There names are Dixie, Diamond, & Diana!
It's 2 boys!
April 8th was busy. Bambi gave birth to twin boys, Denzel & Donald!
Jasmine has 2 girls & a boy!
Jasmine's babies were born A pril 13th!
