Visit a 200-acre “working farm” near Dousman, Wis. (approximately 30 miles west of Milwaukee). Children will experience farm life up close, with opportunities to touch many of the animals. Oak Ridge Farm is a real working farm with large animals, moving machinery, and a barn with dairy operations. Oak Ridge Farm may be scheduled for four hours or less between 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
On the Farm (Grades K-12) Year-Round
The farm is a riveting and exciting place for children of all ages. This working farm is home to a variety of animals, crops, building structures, equipment, and antiques. Students will get a wagon ride out to the fields to see where our crops are grown (weather permitting), tour through the old and new barn areas, and get to see the antiques in the old farm house.
Wisconsin Farm History (K4-12) Year-Round
In the past, one farmer could feed 3-5 people. Today, farmers can feed 60 people. Farms play a crucial role in our lives; this program gives students a personal look at the life of a farmer. From starting out with a single plow pulled by a horse to now having massive tractors and machinery, students will follow Wisconsin’s farm history timeline right into today’s world.
Dairy Day (Grades K3-12) Year-Round
Students will be introduced to the life of a dairy farmer. While touring the farm, students will see where the cattle graze the fields, learn about milking cows, as well as how we are using milk in every day life. A milking demonstration will be done and the milk house will be available for viewing. Students will also get the chance to churn cream into butter, or make ice cream during those hot summer days.
Wool Day (Grades K4-12) Year-Round
Students will be introduced to the process of turning wool into a usable product from start to finish. Hands on activities will include: cleaning, carding and dying wool. Lambs are available for viewing and a sheering demonstration may be given (season permitting).
Snowshoeing (Grades 4-12) Winter
Snowshoe through the Kettle Moraine forest on a guided tour searching for animal tracks and winter wildlife. Explore what is left of the original farm house built in 1845 all while staying above the snow. If you can walk, you can snowshoe. If weather does not permit snow, students will learn about snowshoeing, how to put on snowshoes, and hike the snowshoe route.