We are closed for Visitors on NON-EVENT DAYS as we are a working farm.
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Support our Herd & Farm and check out our ONLINE shop.
Pick up Farm Hats, Once Upon a Pasture and Highland housewares and clothing!
2025 POP UP SHOP DATES:
Since we have to work around our Cows' Schedule, our On Farm store doesn't have "normal" Hours...but why be normal!
All Pop Up Shop Times are 9-2 unless there is a cow emergency!
WE WILL NOT BE OPEN IN JANUARY or JULY 2025
February 8
March 15
April 12
May 31
June 28
August 16
September 13
PRIVATE WEEKEND TOURS:
Join Farm Manager Kaleb or Owner Heather on a Saturday Morning Adventure, rain or shine! You and up to 3 other guest ages 9 and up will visit various herds around the farm from weanlings to our Brood herds. Ride along in the Farm Truck or once in the pasture, in the back of the pickup. Learn herd stewardship and husbandry while meeting our Highlands. Interactions with the animals are free-choice, but the cows are always looking for treats!. Visit is about 45-60 minutes.
Start times will be at 8:30 am or 9:30am sharp to maximize animal activity. $160 includes all fees for 4 people.
Held rain or shine and we encourage our guests to wear closed toe shoes and farm appropriate attire.
There is a 72 hour cancellation policy for THIS experience. If you cancel within 72 hours of the event you will not be refunded your payment.
YOU WILL BE EXPOSED TO THE FOLLOWING: Hay, straw, manure, cats, mud and other farm related allergens.
Waivers and payments done prior to arrival.
June 28 @ 8:30am BOOKED
June 28 @ 9:30am BOOKED
July 19 @ 8:30 am BOOK HERE
July 19 @ 9:30 am BOOK HERE
August 9 @ 8:30 BOOK HERE
August 9 @ 9:30 BOOK HERE
August 16 @ 8:30 BOOK HERE
August 16 @ 9:30 BOOK HERE
August 30 @ 8:30 BOOK HERE
August 30 @ 9:30 BOOK HERE
MEET THE HIGHLANDS:
These events are booked PER PERSON and scheduled in advance. AGES 5 and up. Meet the Highlands gets you up-close and personal with the Highlands of Sheppard Farm. You'll visit in small groups and you will be able to brush the Highlands while they are tied. Safe interactions are our number one priority, but they are animals! This is why for each event we will have an age limit for the safety of every guest. Guests are encouraged to wear appropriate farm attire: closed toe shoes and weather appropriate clothing.
YOU WILL BE EXPOSED TO THE FOLLOWING: Hay, straw, manure, cats, mud and other farm related allergens.
August 16, 2025
starting at 9am.
25 minutes, $20 per person
BOOK HERE
SUMMER HAYRIDE:
Welcome SUMMER with a family friendly hay ride into one of our two Highland herds. You'll be driven into our brood cow herds to see all the new Spring calves, their Mamas, and the BULLS in their natural environment. The cattle will have the opportunity to interact with you from the safety of the Hay wagon.
You'll have the chance to feed some hungry moms and enjoy the beautiful pastoral views in this 30-45 min ride.
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YOU WILL BE EXPOSED TO THE FOLLOWING: Hay, straw, manure, cats, mud and other farm related allergens.
For ages 5-95. Participants will have to ascend stairs to get into the hay wagons.
Bathrooms will only be available at the Main Farm, not in the field.
You will have the opportunity to purchase our all natural beef & our merchandise after your pasture tour!
Fees are $25 per person, waivers and payments done prior to arrival.
COMING AGAIN IN OCTOBER
SUMMER HIGHLAND YOGA:
Come and enjoy this beginner friendly 40-minute yoga practice immersed in the beautiful Sheppard Farm as we surround ourselves with Highland Cattle! We will offer 3 different classes for this special event. Each class holds only 18 people for a more focused outdoor experience. The last 20 minutes of your time will be spent brushing our yearling highland heifers. This is sure to be a tremendous grounding morning to start your weekend.
Our instructor Vanessa is a certified yoga teacher who enjoys teaching all levels but especially beginners. She specializes in yoga practices with gentle flow, restorative, vinyasa and more. Come spend this Saturday morning surrounded by nature, Highland Cattle and connect with your community in the beautiful practice of Yoga.
Ages 8+, Bring your own MAT or towel, $45 per person
SOLD OUT
FIRST TIME OFFERING: SHEPPARD FARM AG CAMP
$200 per camper
July 8 & 9 for ages 9-14; 8:30 to 12pm
Join the Sheppard Farm Team for a 2 day morning Agricultural Camp designed for kids 9-11 years olds OR 12-14 year olds. This camp will be taught by industry professionals and experts, sharing their knowledge with the children about one of the foundations for Farm Life and all life, WATER!
Your child will start with a Hayride into the Fold where we conduct an overview of the Farm life from grass to animal. They will then come back to the Main Farm to begin their study of water: the basis for all life. Using microscopes, campers will study types of available water: clean trough, dirty trough and mud puddle. They will analyze the microorganisms found within the water. They will then discuss how water moves through the soil and ground water systems. Campers will also have breaks for snack from home, decorate their seed pots, and tie-dye shirts.
Day two will be an animal exploration! Hal Mack from Dawg Gone Bees will join our campers! He will talk about BEES and how water effects honey production, looking at honey under microscopes. Campers will then learn about Poultry, sheep, equine and bovine health as it pertains to the effects of water quality. They will be hands on with these animals (excluding live sheep). Campers will also have breaks for snack from home, plant their seed pots, and tie-dye shirts.
9-14 year old session, July 8 & 9. 8:30a-12pm each day; BOOK HERE
STORY TIME:
I’ve written a children’s book about our first bottle calf, Winter and it's illustrated by a New Oxford Graduate, Kaitlyn Frey!
This is for all ages, and kids under 3 are free with an adult.
Join Sheppard Farm as we celebrate the SPRING with Winter's Caretakers:
KitKat the miniature horse and Lessi the mini-Donkey
with hourly Story Time, fig bars, Spring photo backgrounds and
visits with our tied Highland friends through the fence.
Proceeds from the ticket sales will go to South Western's Tri-M Music Honors society for their scholarship program.
Tri-M will be there doing children’s crafts, face painting, hourly music performances, Bake Sale, and Easter Photo Opportunities
You’ll be able to get copies of the book signed by the author and Winter herself!
We hope you’ll join us for this Festive Family Farm experience!
Tickets are $11, ages 0-3 are free with a ticket holding adult.
COMING IN DECEMBER
ON FARM PRIVATE EVENTS FOR SCHOOL, WORK, ETC.
Whether your group would like their own Meet the Highlands or a personal Hayride, we offer PRIVATE HAYRIDES & TOURS for groups!
We welcome homeschool groups, 4-H and FFA Clubs, as well as Team Building or Nature Retreat events for your staff.
Contact us directly with your inquiries to schedule: sheppardmansionfarms@gmail.com