Vacation Programs and Events
The NRT offers a series of educational programming and events. Whether you’re spending the week with us at Sheep Pasture Nature Camp, joining us for a field trip, or just here for a single class, our programming mixes engagement with education, making learning fun — and occasionally a little muddy.
Family Farm Fun!
Join educator Hannah at Sheep Pasture for an up-close animal experience. Meet our cows, chickens, and sheep and learn more about them. Participants will get to make their own fresh butter to try as well. The program will end with a hayride through the property. Families are encouraged to stay and enjoy the property following the program, take a walk on the trails, or enjoy a picnic.
Registration $40 per family
Fairy Forest at Sheep Pasture
An enchanted evening in the woods of Sheep Pasture. Enjoy a story hour and guided hike to the NRT's gnome home and fairy forest. Place your own handmade fairy houses along the trail – inviting our magical woodland friends to move in.
$40 per child. Free for children 3 and under.
Register here!
STEM Night: Bottle Rockets
Join us for a fun and educational event! With the help of our out-of-this-world NRT educators, families will make bottle rockets and send them out into space!
Pricing: $25 per family
Register here!
Summer Bug Hunt!
Family-friendly fun searching under rocks and logs for bugs! Each participant will receive their own bug catcher to use in the Bug Classroom. Then, we will create a bug-themed bookmark to take home!
Pricing: Member $12 | Non-member $20 | Free for children 3 and under
Register here!
Summer Solstice Hike
Join Sheep Pasture in celebrating the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year, with a guided evening hike through scenic trails in the soft golden hour light! Whether you're an avid hiker, outdoor enthusiast, or just looking to reconnect with nature, this is a perfect way to mark the turning of the season.
Please bring a water bottle, wear sturdy shoes, and come ready to soak in the sights and sounds of Sheep Pasture as we greet summer. Please be advised that some trail surfaces may contain uneven terrain, roots, and small rocks.
Art Class with Dana Hourigan: Adult Nature Crafting Club
Adult crafters come together for this new series at NRT. Join artist Dana Hourigan and NRT to make your very own nature crafts. In this session, we will create Shell Ornaments. All materials will be provided.
Bluebird Nesting Box Workshop
Welcome spring with a new skill! Join Lori Miller-Freitas for a hands-on adult workshop and build a nesting box for one of nature's most beloved backyard visitors — the Eastern Bluebird. All materials are provided, so just bring your enthusiasm and leave with something to entice our Blue Bird buddies.
World Bee Day!
Kathy Balestrier from “The Colony” will be coming onsite to do a kid-friendly presentation on beekeeping. We will learn about bees, the art of beekeeping. This will be a full participation immersive experience, and she will be bringing her bee buddies.
$10 per person
Under age 7 is free
ART! With Dana Hourigan: Adult Nature Crafting Club
Adult crafters come together for this new series at NRT. Join artist Dana Hourigan and NRT to make your very own nature crafts. This session we will create Rododendron Leaf bookmarks. All materials will be provided. This program is for people 18 and up.
Members - Free
Non-Members - $10
Gardening 101 Series
This 3-part series is in partnership with Easton Grange 196. Whether you’re a green gardener or have a green thumb, enjoy a series of one-hour classes led by Easton Grange members Lisa and Ed.
The classes are free to join, but have limited availability to make sure to register!
Class 1: Planning and Planting | April 1 from 2-3 PM
Class 2: Transplanting and Maintenance | April 29 from 2-3 PM
Class 3: The Harvest | June 13 from 10-12 PM
Located at the Carriage House building.
Stargazing and Sips (Adult Program 21+)
Join educators Hannah and Nathan and special guests Shovel Town Brewery for Stargazing and Sips. Enjoy an evening under the night sky looking at different constellations and spotting other celestial objects using a Celestron telescope.
Participants will also receive a complimentary tasting from Shovel Town Brewery. Snacks and nonalcoholic beverages will be available as well. Flashlights and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Tickets are $22 for members, $25 for non-members
Sheep Pasture After Dark: Vernal Equinox Hike
Celebrate the arrival of spring at Sheep Pasture with a guided Vernal Equinox hike! Join NRT Educators Hannah and Nathan as we explore forests, fields, and wetlands, searching for signs of the changing season. From budding leaves and blooming flowers, to singing birds and wood frogs in our vernal pool. Along the way, we’ll learn what makes the equinox such a special day of the year.
This slow-paced, 90-minute hike is part of our Sheep Pasture After Dark series, offering a unique chance to experience the property after hours. Programs are fully outdoors, rain or shine, and suitable for all ages unless noted. Please bring a flashlight, sturdy walking shoes, water, and dress for the weather.
Programs meet at the Carriage House (307R Main Street, North Easton), located across from the chicken coops. In the event of severe weather, updates will be posted.
Pricing: Members $12 Non Members $20 Under 3 is free
Sheep Pasture After Dark: Owl Prowl
Due to predicted temperatures and current condition of trails, this program is canceled. We will reschedule for a future date. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates
Sheep Pasture Creature Feature
Meet Seabiscuit! This one hour program will feature Seabiscuit, our education rabbit. Learn all about him and his rabbit adaptations. The program will finish with a craft.
Stargazing and S'mores
Educator Nathan is turning our attention to the night sky! Identify constellations and hear the stories written in the stars. Participants will observe the moon and stars using a high quality telescope. Warm up by the fire and enjoy s'mores to conclude the night. Be sure to bundle up and bring a flashlight for this program! (Red light flashlights are encouraged).
Pricing: Members - $12
Non-Members - $15
Under 3 - Free
NRT Annual Meeting
Light refreshments will be served as we gather to connect, reflect on our accomplishments, and look ahead to the year to come. All members are welcome. We hope to see you there!
Sheep Pasture After Dark: Owl Prowl
Join NRT Educators Nathan and Jess for our Owl Prowl Night Hike! We’ll uncover the secret lives of these birds of the night, search the night for the owls that live at Sheep Pasture, and dissect owl pellets to figure out what owls eat! Participants should bring their own flashlights and comfortable walking shoes.
Hike and Brew
We're partnering with Shovel Town Brewery to host a Hike and Brew at Sheep Pasture! Join us for a guided hike as we discuss some of the different local flora and fauna and how they can be used in your favorite brews. Following the hike, participants will hear from Shovel Town Brewery on how they make some of their popular brews! Each ticket includes a beer tasting.
Sheep Pasture After Dark: Haunted Happenings
Get ready for the spooky season with a family friendly night hike focused on bats! Discover different species of bats that live locally and attempt to spot them at dusk. Following the walk, participants are invited to make their own trick or treat bags. Participants are encouraged to bring their own flashlight. Family-friendly costumes are welcome!
Annual Harvest and Craft Fair
This family-friendly event will feature local crafters, delicious food trucks, a petting zoo, pony rides, live music, and plenty of seasonal fun for all ages.
Tickets are $5 per person (under 3 is free) and only available at the gate.
Parking is available onsite, please enter through the Community Gardens located on Route 138.
The Path: A Guided Hike at Sheep Pasture
Join us for a reflective and immersive experience as we walk The Path—the same trail made famous by Stonehill professor, scientist, naturalist, and writer Chet Raymo in his beloved book The Path: A One-Mile Walk Through the Universe.
Parking is available onsite by the Carriage House. The gardens are a short walk from the parking area. Please allow enough time to park and walk to the gardens. The entire excursion will cover about a mile of trail and traverse some uneven terrain.
Fairy Houses and Gnome Homes
A two-part adventure with our friends at the Easton Children’s Museum. Make your own Fairy House or Gnome Home and place it in just the right spot for curious critters and sprites to visit!
Japanese Forest Bathing Meditation Walk
SOLD OUT Experience a Guided Sensory Forest Immersion
Join facilitator Marion Wingfield for a contemplative walk through the beautiful grounds of Sheep Pasture. Find peace in the arms of Mother Nature through mindful awareness and gentle exploration.
Just for fun: NRT Barn Dance & Fundraiser
Join us for a hootin’-n-hollerin’ good time at the NRT Barn Dance featuring Cliff Brodeur & the Square One Band. Enjoy food, drink, and festivities as we celebrate the NRT. Buy tickets here!
World Bee Day
Kathy Balestrier from “The Colony” will be coming onsite to do a kid-friendly presentation on beekeeping. We will learn about bees, the art of beekeeping. This will be a full participation immersive experience, and she will be bringing her bee buddies.
Join us for this free event as we celebrate World Bee Day!
Spring Farm Festival
Join us for a fun-filled day packed with exciting activities, delicious food, and entertainment for the whole family! Whether you're looking to grab a bite, enjoy live music, or simply spend quality time outdoors, there's something for everyone at this community celebration.
Grab a snack at the NRT Food Station, where hot dogs, linguiça dogs, chips, soda, water, and juice boxes will be available for purchase. Got a sweet tooth? Stop by the Have a Bite Cookie Truck for freshly baked cookies and other indulgent treats. While you snack, enjoy the sounds of DJ Brady Ibanez, who will be spinning kid-friendly tunes and hosting a dance party from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM.
Explore local vendors and crafters, or dive into a variety of activities throughout the day. Join Bubbles McGee for some bubbly fun, get hands-on at the planting station sponsored by G. Norwood, or let your creativity shine by decorating and flying a kite. The Children’s Museum will be offering face painting, and you can contribute to a collaborative art project at the Community Loom, sponsored by Auntie Zaza. For the curious and adventurous, don’t miss the Touch-a-Truck experience—or kick back and enjoy a scenic hayride through Sheep Pasture.
Tickets are $20 per family of five, with a $5 charge for each additional person. Tickets will be available at the gate on the day of the event. Free onsite parking is located at 261 Main Street in Easton. Please note that dogs are not allowed at the event, with the exception of ADA-defined service animals.
We can’t wait to welcome you—come join the fun!
The Summer Walking Club is Back!
Meet friends old and new for a casual guided walk around Sheep Pasture! NRT Educator Hannah will be leading the Adult Walking Club on Thursday mornings. Bring some friends and make some new ones as we stroll along Sheep Pasture's trails - this is a great opportunity to catch up with people and get outside.
Meet us outside of our Carriage House building (the building with two sets of double doors and the concrete ramp, across the driveway from our chicken coops).
No registration required.
For the safety and comfort of the group, please no dogs.
Sheep Pasture Nature Camp
Does your child love being outside, learning about nature, and making new friends? Then join us this summer at Sheep Pasture, where campers will enjoy all of the traditional summer camp activities — including games, crafts, and hikes — while exploring all things nature!
Camp Session Dates and Information
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Step into a magical new land filled with castles, royalty, and spell-bounding adventures. Embrace your inner wizard or wickedness by accepting quests from across fantastical universes with your favorite magical creature sidekicks.
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A fun and fresh, eco-focused week where campers go green and learn how to care for our planet through hands-on activities and collaboration.
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Time to get your gears turning and creative juices flowing. This week is full of STEAM challenges and activities that will test your ability to invent, create, engineer, and work together.
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This will be the best week ever doing all your favorite SPNC classic and most-loved games and activities in a fun-filled spirit week to close out the camp season.
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Flowers are blooming and creativity is growing. Get groovy and spread kindness like wildflowers in this colorful week of camp. *Due to the holiday, this is a 4-day session. There is no camp on Friday, July 3rd.
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Splash into water week and stay cool with your favorite water games and challenges. Expand your knowledge of aquatic life from all over the world to right here at Sheep Pasture.
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Soar high in the sky with birds, planes, bees, and all things that flap and flutter through exciting games and challenges that will lift your imagination to new heights.
Pricing
To register for Sheep Pasture Nature Camp, you must have an active Family Membership. A deposit of $50 per session is required upon registration. The total cost per session is:
Campers (age 7-12): $340 | Session 2: $280*
Leadership Youth (age 13-15): $280 | Session 2: $225*
NRT's Sheep Pasture Nature Camp and Leadership Youth programs will run for seven sessions in 2026 and consist of a different nature theme each week, with activities, games, demonstrations, experiments, and more! NRT's Sheep Pasture Nature Camp is for children ages 7-12 at the time of their camp session. Leadership Youth program is for children ages 13-15 at the time of their camp session.
The Annual Harvest Fair
The 2026 Harvest Fair will be held on Sunday, October 4th! If you’re interested in applying to be a crafter at the 2026 Harvest Fair, please download and complete the application below.
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