| A farmstay can be an enjoyable experience for kids | | | | breakfast for you. Some farmstays allow you pitch |
| and adults alike. Depending on the nature of farms, | | | | your own tents and have a camping experience. You |
| some specialize in rearing sheep and chickens, while | | | | may wish to find out the facilities and amenities |
| others have cattle, horses, calves and goats. A | | | | available at the farm. Different rooms may have |
| farmstay provides an abundance of learning activities | | | | different bed configurations. Not all rooms come with |
| and memorable hands-on opportunities. | | | | ensuite facilities; you may have to share the bathroom |
| Things to Do at the Farm | | | | with other guests. Usually, your hosts will have a |
| You stay can include : | | | | check-in time. They may not be able to accommodate |
| 1. Feeding and caring for animals | | | | early arrivals as they may have to spend the day |
| 2. Learning about breeding horses | | | | preparing for your stay. Farmstays do have their own |
| 3. Planting and harvesting organic vegetables | | | | cancellation policy; some require 14 days notice. |
| 4. Gathering the horses | | | | Things to Bring |
| 5. Milking the cows and collecting eggs | | | | You should pack your shoes and clothes according to |
| 6. Feeding out the hay | | | | the activities of the farm such as bushwalking, horse |
| 7. Riding on a tractor | | | | riding. You may wish to bring along your sunblock, |
| 8. Shifting stock | | | | insect repellent, camera, hat and sunglasses. |
| 9. Watching sheep dogs at work | | | | Things to Note |
| 10. Learning about haymaking and sheep shearing | | | | 1. As many of the farms are located in the mountain |
| 11. Making country wines and jam from wild berries | | | | regions away from the city, it is best to find out how |
| 12. Making wild craft from berries, teas, mushrooms, | | | | you can get there. Find out from the hosts if they can |
| dyes | | | | offer you a pick up or drop off service. |
| Other Activities at the Farm | | | | 2. You may wish to note if there are any restrictions |
| Besides enjoying activities at the farm, your hosts may | | | | on pets. |
| offer a drive around the farm with a visit to view the | | | | 3. Not all farmstays are suitable for children. Do find out |
| animals reared. Your host may also bring you for a | | | | their child policy. |
| farm walk. Some hosts are likely to organize sidetrips | | | | 4. Take note of the types of animals reared at the |
| for you, guided tours or other fun activities such as | | | | farm if your kids are likely to be sensitive to some |
| scuba diving, trekking, forest walks etc. There are also | | | | animals. |
| hosts who are keen to conduct workshops on fun | | | | 5. Find out if there are special activities for the kids. |
| with wool or other simple crafts with materials | | | | 6. Some farmstays do offer long stay or child |
| gathered around the farm. | | | | discounts. |
| Accommodation | | | | 7. Don't forget to bring a little gift to thank your hosts |
| Depending on the farm, you may be entitled to fully | | | | for their warm and kind hospitality. |
| self-contained cottages where you can cook your | | | | Have a blessed and wonderful vacation. |
| own meals, while others include a hearty farm | | | | |