Upcoming Events
"Ask A Pro" Series
Come out every second Sunday to The Farmyard to watch a demonstration, explore and ask questions of a series of different professionals in the agricultural and equine worlds.
Proceeds support FFLC!
September 13th: Ask A Rodeo Pro
Retired professional rodeo cowboy, Taylor Pavlovsky, talks steer wrestling and calf roping with a live roping demonstration. Get your chance to give it a try in the ring!
October 11th: Ask A Livestock Judge
Ever Wonder What It REALLY Takes to Compete in the Livestock Ring?
Step behind the scenes of livestock competitions and discover what judges and competitors are looking for from veteran Steve Wilson!
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Learn how livestock competitions work - from the ring to the final placing.
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Get an inside look at Conformation Judging - learn what judges look for and why certain traits matter.
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Discover what sets top competitors apart - and why some animals rise to the top of the class.
PLUS! YOU might get the chance to step into the ring! Try your hand at walking and presenting an animal just like a real competitor!
November 8th: Ask A Beekeeper
Baltimore Bee owner, Steve Marcin, will be on site for a beekeeping demonstration with games and honey for sale. Take your opportunity to ask questions about a bees lifecycle and how the creation of honey happens.
* Learn what the bees are really up to inside the hive.
* Get hands-on with real equipment.
* Find the queen challenge.
* Bottle your own jar of honey to take home.
* Observation hive to watch live bees at work.
December 13th: Ask A Welder + Big Trucks!
Rockbilt Services owners, Rocco and Holly Degenova, discuss large equipment, welding and fabrication and hauling. There will be a welding demonstration for kids and some big trucks on site to touch, sit in and take pictures with!
Junior Livestock Hero Books
Inspired by the National Park Junior Ranger Program, The Junior Livestock Hero Program is a kids’ educational
activity that makes learning about agriculture and
animals fun and interactive. Children receive a
booklet and complete activities as they learn about
the animals on the farm, taking a pledge and earning a "Junior Livestock Hero" badge upon completion. This is more than just visiting the animals—kids get to become involved, learn through activities, and feel like Junior Livestock Heroes while helping support the future of rare and heritage breeds.
Proceeds benefit Farmyard Friends Learning Center.
Royal Palm Poults & Eggs
For Sale!
Bring home one of America's most beautiful heritage turkey breeds! Our Royal Palm poults and hatching eggs come from our very own Harry & Meghan.
Known for their striking black-and-white plumage, friendly personalities, and excellent foraging ability, Royal Palms are a rare heritage breed listed on The Livestock Conservancy's Watch List. Perfect for homesteads, hobby farms, and anyone passionate about preserving heritage livestock.
FFLC Trading Cards!
Stop by the FFLC Blue Shed at the Farmyard to get this week's Farmyard Friend card!
Will you get Zoey, Jagger, or Caramel?
Will you color yours in?
What new facts will you learn about rare breeds?
There is one card for each rare breed animal at
The Farmyard... Collect Them All!
Rare Breed Scavenger Hunt
The Rare Breed Scavenger Hunt is back!
Find our friends around The Farmyard and learn more about the rare breed livestock we support.
Turn in your completed hunt for a special prize,
and don't forget to visit the retail shed for rare breed bracelets and tote bags!