TOP 30 Organic farming education in Cohasset, Massachusetts

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Holly Hill Farm is a nonprofit organic farm with an educational mission located at 236 Jerusalem Road in Cohasset, Massachusetts. Founded in 2002 by Frank and Jean White, the farm is set among historic 18th century buildings on beautiful conservation land along the Quanohassit shore. We grow sustainably and organically year-round, utilizing regenerative farming practices to provide fresh and healthy food for our community. Recognized as the "Best of the South Shore 2023" for our summer programming, we are dedicated to teaching the next generation about nature, ecology, climate change, and sustainable farming. In 2023, we reached over 19,000 school children with our educational programs. With 1 out of 3 people in Massachusetts facing food insecurity, we have created initiatives to support this rising need.

Hidden Hollow Farm is a historic, agricultural, organic family farm located on the Pembroke, Duxbury line in Massachusetts. Offering Horseback Riding Lessons, Pony Birthday Parties, Summer Horsemanship Programs, and Trail Riding, Hidden Hollow Farm is the perfect place for horse lovers of all ages. Located just minutes off of Route 3, Hidden Hollow Farm is easily accessible to those in Duxbury, Pembroke, Kingston, Cohasset, Norwell, Hanover, Plymouth, Hingham, Weymouth, Scituate, Plympton, Abington, Whitman, Hull, Braintree, Quincy, and Boston. At Hidden Hollow Farm, we are dedicated to teaching riding from the ground up. We offer private, semi-private, and group lessons, starting with leading, grooming, saddling, and riding in balanced hunt seat and dressage disciplines. Our program also includes horse anatomy, parts of the saddle/bridle, horse care and feeding, and fun games on horseback.

Welcome to the Weir River Farm Parking Lot, located at 115 Turkey Hill Lane, Hingham, Massachusetts. Our parking facility provides convenient access to the charming Weir River Farm, one of the last working farms in Hingham. Nestled within a picturesque 75-acre estate, the farm is home to a delightful array of barnyard animals, including horses, pigs, cows, chickens, and sheep, offering an authentic farm experience for visitors of all ages. Originally part of the early-20th-century country estate of renowned artist Polly Thayer Starr, Weir River Farm is a haven of natural beauty and cultural history. The farm features lush fields and pastures, surrounded by oak and red cedar woodlands, and supports diverse wildlife habitats. Visitors can explore scenic trails that intersect the farm, providing opportunities to spot our herd of Belted Galloway cattle and other barnyard animals.

Welcome to Weir River Community Garden, a cherished local gem located at 140 Turkey Hill Lane, Hingham, Massachusetts. Nestled within the breathtaking 75-acre Weir River Farm, this family-friendly destination is one of the last working farms in the Hingham area, offering a unique blend of natural beauty and agricultural heritage. Originally part of the early-20th-century country estate of renowned artist Polly Thayer Starr, the farm captivates visitors with its diverse livestock family, including horses, pigs, cows, chickens, sheep, and even a llama. Our fields and pastures are surrounded by oak and red cedar woodlands, providing a habitat for a variety of wildlife. The scenic Weir River meanders through the farm, adding to the picturesque landscape.