Visit a working farm or ranch.
Colorado was one of the original homesteading states! We have a rich history of ranching and farming. There is plenty to do, see and learn on a working ranch and farm. Learn how to grow your own food, raise animals, ride horses, and put in a hard day’s work! There are plenty of working and educational farms and ranches around Colorado to visit. Look below to see where to plan your trip to a ranch or farm near you.
Plan It!
Here is an example of a working educational farm right in Denver. You can take classes, volunteer and learn about animals and food! theurbanfarm.org
Here is a place to go to find working ranches you can visit with your whole family! travelwithkids.about.com/od/colorado/a/coloradoranches.htm
What To Bring
Check with the place you are visiting to see what kind of clothing and items to bring to the ranch or farm!
Colorado Resources
Fun Ideas
Go to a Farmer’s Market: Farmer’s markets are great places to get local fruits and veggies. They are held all over the state in many communities from late spring to early fall. Here’s a list of Denver Farmer’s Markets to get you started:
- http://www.denver.org/what-to-do/museum-art/denver-farmers-markets
- http://www.facebook.com/pages/Mo-Betta-Green-MarketPlace/190949570958242
- http://www.denverfarmersmarket.com/locations.htm
Go to a County or State Fair: Fairs are great places to see animals. Visit the 4H buildings to see rabbits, goats, horses, pigs, cows and much, much more.
- http://www.ext.colostate.edu/staffres/fairsched.pdf
- http://www.coloradostatefair.com/
