Winter at the Farm

Winter may look quiet at the farm, but it’s one of our most thoughtful—and surprisingly lively—seasons. While the fields rest and the animals grow their winter coats, the farm hums with planning, preparation, and connection. New family programs, seasonal gatherings,...
Curly’s Big Leap: From Lost to Loved

Curly’s Big Leap: From Lost to Loved

Some animals come into your life quietly. Curly arrived on a trailer, in August heat, looking like a very determined marshmallow who had seen some things. Curly is an Icelandic sheep, which means he’s naturally built for snow storms, rocky hillsides, and heroic...
So You Think You Want a Bunny?

So You Think You Want a Bunny?

(Said in my best Kristen Wiig/Annie Walker voice: “But dooo you?”) They’re fluffy. They’re quiet. They can be litter-trained. Kids love them. What could possibly go wrong? A lot, actually. Here at Joppa Hill Educational Farm, our rabbits are among the most frequently...