Beyond The Fritter Blog
Looking for a cozy meal to warm you up in the winter time? Chili is a great choice. Our vegetarian chili is sure to warm your heart and fill your belly. Plus, it’s vegan if you don’t add any cheese on top! Give this versatile recipe a try for your next game night or quick…
On a farm, the onset of a seasonal change always seems to come right as you think you’re caught up with the projects from the prior season. As many of us know and have experienced, the list of projects on the farm is never ending and must be prioritized. The hardest transition, in my opinion,…
Thanksgiving is a time of togetherness and gratitude. -Nigel Hamilton As you gather with your friends and family this holiday season and reflect on all you are thankful for, we would like to share what our staff is grateful for at East Hill Farm.
Ellie, our black and white Border Collie, has been at East Hill Farm for a little over a year now and we absolutely love her company. She’s the perfect addition to our farm family, and she really wanted us to tell you all about her! Lots of guests ask us what Ellie’s day is like…
East Hill Farm—it’s where kids are kings/queens. The slogan doesn’t apply to just the older kids that are busy in the barn and recreation program. It also goes for our youngest guests, and one of the activities that they enjoy during Toddler Time is play dough. It is squishy, moldable and holds infinite possibilities for…
Hiking is good for the soul. It provides fresh air, a connection with the outdoors, and a fun, low impact way to exercise. Throughout most of the year we offer guided hikes up Gap Mountain. This is a great hike for the average hiker, with several switchbacks on the trail and moderate rigor. During the…
There are several new and friendly faces joining us in the barn this summer, each attached to a person with a unique set of skills and experience. Whether you are riding, making butter, collecting eggs, or visiting the animals, we know this knowledgeable group will be happy to help you enjoy your vacation. We are…
We have welcomed a new member to our EHF staff! Danielle joined us this past November and is the new program coordinator for Grown Up Farm Camp, previously known as Adult Midweek Getaways. We held our first “Grown Up Farm Camp” April 22-27 and boy was it a hit! Danielle kicked off the week with…
Spring is in the air as the winter months wither away and snowy walkways become replaced with fresh breezes, warmer days, and nature’s regrowth. Each season welcomes different experiences in the farming world, and East Hill Farm is no different. Here are our top six reasons to spend your spring vacation weeks and weekends at…
As the snow and ice begin to thaw, so does the sweet sap in the maple trees that surround us. Warm days allow the sap to liquefy, move and build pressure within the trees, causing it to flow from any fresh wound on the tree. Cold nights create the ideal conditions for the sap to…