Help us build an

even better

Sheep Pasture

Be a part of our journey to renew, restore, and revitalize.  Our new animal barn will provide upgraded housing for our animals, space to grow our animal community, and create immersive educational experiences for students and visitors.  Please make a donation today.

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Building The Founders Barn

The NRT was founded on the idea that nature should be protected, preserved, and loved. Together, Lyn White and Ginny Reusch championed this mission. Fighting to preserve Easton’s open space, they began a legacy that would foster a love of nature in generations of children over the last sixty years. Every year, Sheep Pasture hosts thousands of students, hundreds of campers, and families who want to spend time in nature. None of this would be possible without the dedication of these two incredible women.

Through decades of programming and community events, we’ve been woven into generations of nature experiences—fostering connections with the natural world for countless students, families, and individuals. We’re immensely proud to be where your nature memories are made.

With the addition of Charlie and Bucky to our animal family—and more four-legged friends on the way—the NRT needs a new barn to house our growing team. The barn will create exciting new opportunities for public engagement and educational programming across our campus.

Lee Williams Family Trust

The White Family Trust

North Easton Savings Bank

Pierce & Mandell, P.C.

Thank you to our founding donors and sponsors:

David Ames

David DeVore

Dennis Lindgren

Joseph P. O’Brien

Michael O’Brien

Elizabeth Williams

Kevin Williams

John Wolfsberg

What our team says…

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“I can’t wait to moooove in! I want to meet even more people and help educate the community about the environment!”

— Charlie, General Cownsel

“Ewe better believe we’re excited! Olivia, the horn brothers and I can’t wait to head over to the new barn and make new friends! ”

— Brandy Ewe-man Resources Manager

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“I’m egg-cited for the new barn! Ever since we got upgrades to our coops, we’ve been getting a lot of jealous looks from the geese.”

— Shelly, Customer Egg-perience Officer

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"The NRT is stepping into an exciting new era — and things are just getting started! We're committed to honoring our mission and the rich history of this place by keeping our campus safe, welcoming, and full of life for our animals, visitors, and students alike. Our new barn project is underway! Highland calves Charlie and Bucky are getting the room they need to grow, and they'll soon have some new neighbors: a mini donkey, more sheep, and even more furry friends on the way. Our campus is about to be more fun, more vibrant, and fuller of wonder than ever. We can't wait for you to see what's coming!”

Jenn Smith, Executive Director