Critter Camp

Last year we made a trip to the Critter Barn in Zeeland with Carissa and Benjamin. 

 Click here to read that post.

It was then I learned that the farm has a volunteer program for kids ages 8 to 12.  The kids pay to attend something called "Critter Camp" where they learn about the animals and the farm. Once they graduate from the program, they are allowed to volunteer and help out at scheduled times throughout the year.

  We don't have any pets in our house. I love animals and I wouldn't mind owning a few, but so far I feel they require more effort than our family can give. 

 Currently they kids are reading books to earn some pet fish. 

We have reached the decision that we can be fish owners. 

I was all for signing the kids up to volunteer, this allows them to be around animals and get that experience, without me being the one to supply it.  

 Elliot was not interested. When we went to pick up Jane up after camp. He asked if he could stay in the van with the windows rolled up because he couldn't stand the smell. I think we have a city boy on our hand. 

Jane says the goats were her favorite part of the camp.

Having lunch in the loft.

I am looking forward to all the farm knowledge Jane will bring home and share. 

Critter Barn- Cuteness overload

The Critter Barn

The Bunnies were the big hit. 

 The kids learned how to pick them up gently from their necks and turn them on their backs. 

I loved holding them as much as the kids. 

The Cat lounge, Ben isn't sure if he is safe from scratches and bites. The cats have a way out when they don't want the attention.  These cats let you brush and pet as much as you wanted.

Elliot was coming up with all these funny names for the animals most of the names ending in the word face.  
The name I liked best was for one of the bigger goats.  As soon as Elliot saw it "Hey brown sleeves" 

This goat really wanted Benjamin to pet him.
Here Benjamin is saying moo!

The farm is located in Zeeland and normally charges a
$5/person fee.
 The day we went they were taking donations. 

Did I mention how cute the bunnies were?

Elliot running with the goat. Charlie Brown.

They also had peacocks, and horses.
The kids can sign up to be helpers in the summer, where they learn about farm life. I think that would be a great opportunity.

I look forward to a return trip. 

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