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Dear Farm Friends,
Well, here we are - with snow still on the ground as we write this newsletter - heading fast toward the first day of spring, and the Farm is about to spring into action. - Our Opening Day is Saturday, March 30!
- Our Toddlers on the Farm starts in April and Summer Adventure Camp in June. Both nearly full; there's still room for your family's "Farmer" to join the fun, but please hurry with your reservation.
- Our Earth Day celebration is April 27. (See below.)
- Baby animals will be arriving soon, your favorite farm animals have done well over the winter, so lot's of joy coming your way soon.
Read on for more great news from the Farm.
Farmers,
Julie, Nevin, Pete and Chadam
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| | Starting in April...next month!
--Two and three year-olds attend with a caregiver for a morning of farm fun. Each session includes some craft and activity time, a circle with story and songs, a visit with one of our animals and a pony or hayride. Admission to the petting zoo is included so you can enjoy the farm more before or after your session.
--4 and 5 year olds have a fabulous time exploring the farm more in depth as we focus on a different animal each week. Our time together will include a craft or activity, farm chore, visit with the animals, story and song time and lots of fun! Children may attend without a caregiver, but caregivers are welcome. |
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| | Starting in June. Summer Adventure Camp
A generation or two ago almost everyone had the opportunity to experience farm life either daily by living on a farm or spending time on Grandma and Grandpa's or Auntie and Uncle's farm during the summer. At Flamig Farm's Summer Camp Farm Adventure we offer kids a unique and rare experience that introduces them to what a farm is all about.
This year our "Farm Hands" group will be made up of 7-13 year olds and "Little Farmers" group, 5 & 6 year olds. This will give both groups the freedom to play and learn at their own level. |
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| Please visit www.flamigfarm.com or call us, 860.658.5070, to learn more. |
| | You are invited to join us for the fun and celebration of Earth Day 2019. |
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Ever wonder why it's called March?
History of the month of March
The name of March comes from Martius, the first month of the earliest Roman calendar. It was named after Mars, the Roman god of war. March was originally the first month of the year because of its association with the first day of spring. It is considered the seasonal equivalent of September in the opposite hemisphere.
The vernal or March equinox (day when hours of darkness exactly match hours of day light) occurs during this month, falling on the 19th, 20th, or 21st day. In ancient days, March also marked a time when war would resume after the winter months.
March starts on the same day of the week as February and November and ends on the same day of the week as June in common years.
Birth Flower and Stone
March’s birth flower is the daffodil. The birthstones for March are aquamarine and bloodstone which symbolize courage.
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| We saved her, and we are thrilled! On another farm, a tiny, new born piglet was abandoned by her mom. We adopted her and named her Ivy.
She is still so small and delicate that she is living in our house and is bottle fed. But Ivy has just learned how to jump out of her basket and is showing interest in eating solid food. She’s beyond adorable, and she will soon be living in our office at the Farm so you can say 'hi' when we open on March 31st.
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| | YouTube fun! By the way, you can keep up with the antics of Ivy (and other happy and fun events) on our brand new YouTube channel on our website. We’d love it if you would subscribe. |
| | To sign up, visit YouTube and type in FlamigFarm.
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| | | | | We thought, since you may be preparing your own garden, that it would be fun to give you information on plant growth that you can share with your family. And info below includes the words of the day, imbibition and photomorphogenesis. {Say each of those three times! :) }
Seed Formation
Plants reproduce using eggs and sperm, just like people. Male plants release pollen, which, when spread by insects such as bees, fertilize tiny plant ovaries (eggs). The fertilized ovaries develop into seeds, which can then be distributed to make new plants. As the seeds develop, a surplus of carbohydrates and proteins are stored inside them. This will serve as food for the plant until it can develop leaves. Next, the seeds develop their hardened coats which protect them against harsh environmental conditions. The seeds then can be carried away by wind or animals to create new plants.
Seed Germination
After the seed has made it to a new location and is covered with dirt, it can begin germination. Germination is the process by which seeds develop into new plants. First, environmental conditions must trigger the seed to grow. Usually, this is determined by how deep the seed is planted, water availability, and temperature. When water is plentiful, the seed "drinks" as it fills with water in a process called imbibition. The water activates special proteins, called enzymes, that begin the process of seed growth. First the seed grows a root to access water underground. Next, the shoots, or growth above ground, begin to appear. The seed sends a shoot towards the surface, where it will grow leaves to harvest energy from the sun. The leaves continue to grow towards the light source in a process called photomorphogenesis.
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| IMAGINE...the perfect wedding on Flamig Farm! |
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Family owned since 1907, Flamig Farm is the perfect place for couples seeking a tasteful, outdoor farm wedding. With a view of Heublein Tower, this land captures the vast beauty of West Simsbury, and gives you a mix of a rustic yet elegant venue.
There are so many ways to make this day special. For the bride, there are unique options to arrive at the venue: possibilities such as a horse drawn carriage or hayride, riding on our loving, gentle draft horse Jake, or getting driven in by our antique 1948 Chevrolet pickup truck. Ways to get guests to the venue include tractor hayride or tractor trolley ride. For guests that need special assistance, a six-seat golf cart can also be provided to make the ride easier.
Everyone likes a perfect photo opportunity, especially on a wedding day. Flamig Farm creates just the right setting for that. Not only will the wedding party have access to the beautiful fields and woods, but they will also have access to the Farm property for photos before the ceremony. Photo spots include country vistas and a wide variety of charming, friendly animals (horses, donkeys, chickens, llamas, alpacas, pigs, emus, peacocks, sheep, goats, bunnies, ducks, geese, and more) and our famous, charming red barn.
Another unique part of weddings here at Flamig Farm allows the bride and her bridesmaids to get ready on the property in guest suite. This AirBnb space, located on the Farm premises is charming and convenient for getting ready for your special day, stress free!
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| | | If would like to consider our Farm as a possibility for your special day, check out our website (www.flamigfarm.com) and give us a call. |
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