Farmstand Gossip: Happy New Year 2025!

Happy New Year and Welcome to an Exciting 2025!

We trust that everyone enjoyed a fantastic holiday season and is prepared to jump into 2025 with fresh enthusiasm and excitement!

This year promises to be filled with exciting opportunities at Sunrise Community Farm! We have a variety of programs and events planned for all ages:

• For the Kids:

  • Upcoming Camps: Look forward to fun-filled minicamps and summer camps with horseback riding, farm activities, nature exploration, and more!

  • Storytime with Animals: Join us for a delightful experience where children aged 18 months to 5 years can enjoy stories, songs, and meet some of our friendly farm animals. Our next session is Thursday January 16 10:00-11:30 am

• For All Ages:

  • Horseback Riding Lessons: Whether you're a beginner or an experienced rider, we offer lessons for both children and adults.

• Special Events:

  • Wine & Ride: Adults aged 21 and over with a passion for horses can partake in a distinctive event that blends socializing with fellow horse enthusiasts (wine is optional) and a horseback ride. Join us on Tuesday, January 14, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm.

  • Music Nights: Prepare for live music shows and a vibrant ambiance. Keep an eye out for a Barn Dance in February!

  • Community Potluck Dinners: Come together for tasty dishes and engaging discussions with other community members. Watch for future dates!

  
  

• New Classes: We will be introducing more classes for both children and adults throughout the year, so stay tuned for exciting announcements!

  
  

We are excited to share these wonderful experiences with you and the community. Please visit our website or contact us for more information on upcoming events and programs.

We look forward to seeing you at Sunrise Community Farm in 2025!

Exciting News! Summer Camp Registration is Now Open!

We're thrilled to announce that our summer camp registration is now open on our new and improved online platform!

Experience a Smoother Registration Process:

• New Look & Feel: Our revamped platform is designed to be user-friendly and easy to navigate, making registration a breeze.

• Multi-Week Savings: Take advantage of our exclusive multi-week discounts! When you purchase multiple weeks of camp at the same time, you'll receive significant savings.

• Camp Credit Flexibility: Purchase camp credits upfront and apply them to specific camp weeks later. This gives you the flexibility to plan your summer schedule while enjoying the benefits of pre-paying.

• Family-Friendly: Use the same camp credit package for multiple campers in your family, making summer camp more affordable.

Summer Camp Offerings:

• Farm Camps:

  • Rainbows (Ages 5-8): Explore the wonders of nature with hands-on activities, farm animal encounters, an introduction to horsemanship, and outdoor adventures.

  • Trailblazers (Ages 8-12): Set off on thrilling adventures featuring hiking, horsemanship, gardening, farm-to-table activities, creative arts, and more!

• Horse Immersion Camp (Ages 8-16):

  • This camp is designed for accomplished riders who are looking to advance their skills and learn more about horses.

  • Application & Assessment Required: Applicants must demonstrate a certain level of horsemanship through an assessment with one of our experienced instructors.

• Pony Camp (Coming Soon):

  • Perfect for less experienced horse enthusiasts, Pony Camp will be offered on select weeks. Stay tuned for dates and registration information.

Junior Mentor Program:

• Teen Leadership Opportunities: Our Junior Mentor program provides teenagers with valuable leadership and life skills.

• Apprenticeship Experience: Junior Mentors work alongside experienced camp counselors, assisting with camp activities, farm care, and maintenance.

• Application & Training: To become a Junior Mentor, teens must apply and complete a training program.

Don't Miss Out!

Visit our website today to explore our summer camp offerings and begin the registration process. Spaces are limited, so register early to secure your child's spot!

Join Our Team & Share Your Passion!

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our team for the upcoming summer season!

Summer Camp Positions:

• Camp Mentors (Counselors): We are looking for responsible and energetic individuals to guide and supervise campers in a fun and safe environment.

• Assistant Mentors: For individuals interested in further developing their leadership abilities by supporting seasoned mentors with campers and camp activities.

Volunteers: 

We welcome volunteers who are passionate about interacting with animals, plants, and people, enjoy working in a team, and love spending time outdoors.

Community Education Instructors:

We are also expanding our community education offerings and are seeking talented individuals to teach a variety of classes for both children and adults.

Possible Class Ideas:

• Music: (guitar, piano, singing, etc.)

• Arts & Crafts: (knitting, sewing, mixed media, ceramics, jewelry making, etc.)

• Dance and Movement: (creative movement, folk dance, yoga etc.)

• Gardening: (vegetable gardening, flower arranging, etc.)

• Environmental Education: instructional discussions or practical learning experiences (such as recycling, composting, sustainable farming, homesteading skills, etc.)

• Woodworking/Shop Skills:

• And many more!

  
  

If you have a passion for teaching and a desire to share your skills with others, please contact us at admin@sunrisecfc.com

News from the Horse Barn: We have new horses!

Come visit and get to know them. Our latest arrivals are:

• Blue (Blue Moon), a 5-year-old Solid Paint mare

• Spice (Pumpkin Spice), a 6-year-old Chestnut Quarter Horse gelding

• Mia, an 18-year-old Bay Morgan mare

• Sunshine, a 14-year-old Palomino Morgan mare

Sunshine

MIa Blue Spice

That's it for the moment! Keep an eye out for updates and upcoming activities and events!