Springtime Visits to Baby Farm Animals in Fairfield County

Head out this spring and see baby farm animals in Connecticut!
Head out this spring and see baby farm animals in Connecticut!
2/10/22 - By Katie McKnight

Pretty much everything farm related makes me sneeze.  And itch.  And cough.  But in spite of my immune system's obvious distaste for all things farm related, I cannot help it…I love visiting area farms this time of year to see all the new, ADORABLE, animals that have been born.  And I'm guessing I'm not the only one!  Pick a beautiful day, and head out to visit some of Fairfield County’s newest -- and furriest -- residents at some of the following locations. And for more springtime fun check out our Mommy Poppins Spring Guide. 

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1. Silverman’s Farm - Easton

After April 1st, visit Silverman’s Farm between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. to tour their animal exhibit.  Farm animals, as well as more hard to find animals such as buffalo and alpacas, are all on site. 

2. Wells Hollow Farm & Creamery - Shelton

Come see Jack, Milo and Red, along with chickens, goats, bunnies and other furry friends on your visit to this favorite ice cream haunt in Shelton. Wells Hollow Farm opens for business March 31, with hours from noon to 9 p.m. every day. 

Photo of calf and cow at Wells Hollow Farm & Creamery.
Grab a cone and say hi to the cows! Photo courtesy of Wells Hollow Farm & Creamery

3. Ambler Farm - Wilton

Visit Ambler Farm any day of the week between dawn and dusk, however Saturdays are best. The animals – sheep, goats, rabbits and chickens – are near the farm stand and always like meeting new friends! 

4. New Pond Farm - West Redding

Take a trip to New Pond Farm, West Redding’s educational center and working farm.  Cows, sheep, chickens and honey bees are all in residence. Sign up for some great spring programming. Register in advance for programs as space is limited.

5. The Hickories - Ridgefield

Sign up in advance for The Hickories very own Farm Animal Tour.  Baby lambs and goats will be ready to play with your little ones!  Tours are free for CSA members. Register online to reserve a place a space on the tour.

Photo of pony at a Connecticut farm.
The Beardsley Zoo has a stable of amazing farm animals! photo courtesy of the Connecticut Beardsley Zoo

6. Connecticut Beardsley Zoo - Bridgeport

OK, these animals may NOT be babies... but they are so cute and small! The Connecticut Beardsley Zoo is home to Caramel and Nutmeg, two Miniature horses, to the New England Farmyard exhibit! When you visit them this spring, you may also get lucky to see adorable baby guinea hogs in the barnyard as well. The zoo is open daily from 9:o0 a.m. to 4 p.m.

 

Originally written 5/13, updated 5/17

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