FAQs
Is a trip to the Clubhouse Farm physically accessible?
Children and adults with mobility constraints and/or wheelchairs can access the main washroom facility centrally located in the Farm Classroom. The Farm and Field classrooms are wheelchair accessible via the main paths. Please note the Farmhouse washrooms have three steps to reach the main floor and are not wheelchair accessible. Let us know in advance if you have anyone with mobility constraints in your group. Cris Adaptive has been available in the past to help navigate the forest classroom with their wonderfully adaptable equipment.
Roadside parking ensures an easy departure as we close our farm gates when tours are in session.
Dogs are not allowed on the property. We ask for advanced notice for the attendance of certified guide and service dogs, who will need a valid identification card to attend. Our farm animals may feel uneasy and we will be prepared to secure the pens.
Water, soap and paper towels are located in the centrally located main washroom facility, the Farmhouse, and the outdoor kitchen. You’ll find hand sanitizer near the coops and pens to hold you over until you can walk to one of the handwashing stations.
WCs are found in the centrally located main washroom facility and the Farmhouse.
No, we do not have the capacity for birthday parties at this time.
1 adult for every 8 kindies, or 1 adult for every 10 children who are in gr.1 and up. This is to ensure children are supervised by the adults in their group so that our farmers can facilitate farm activities. Clubhouse Farmers and EAs with a child or children in their care are not included in this ratio.
Sometimes many parents want to be a part of the day, but volunteers are limited to about 1 to every 8 children. The dynamics of play and exploration change when many parents attend, as children navigate different sets of expectations.
This Info Form for Volunteers has been made to share information about our farm, and the expectations for volunteers who sign up to join your group for the day.
No. Younger siblings may divide critical attention from supervising volunteers, who have committed to support the school group learning activities.