Get the whole family ready for a great hands-on experience. The Hands-on Farm at the Filberg Heritage Lodge in Comox opens on June 11 for another summer of family fun!
The farm has delighted thousands of Comox Valley residents and visitors since 1992. Bring your family and friends to check out and learn all about the cute animals including chickens, ducks, goats, piglets and more.
Fundraiser
Among the special days planned is a big party on the first weekend of the summer. The annual Barnyard Fundraiser will happen Sunday, June 24, from 12-3 p.m. to kick off the summer season.
Admissions are $1 for children six years and under, $2 for youth and adults, and $5 for a family. Donations will be accepted with all proceeds going towards general upkeep of the farm and to offset the costs of caring for the animals.
Day camps
Looking for activities for children throughout the summer? The Comox Community Centre offers the Farm Club - full-day and half-day summer day camps, geared towards kids within the 9-12-year range. This camp is perfect for children who are interested in tending to animals and assisting the public with their visit to the farm. For more information, contact the Comox Community Centre at 250-339-2255 or go online to www.comox.ca
Birthday parties, as well as school and daycare trips are also available.
To book, contact Finn Simo at 250-339-3276.
The Comox Hands-on Farm is located at 61 Filberg Road in Comox and is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., June 11 to Aug. 19.