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Teen & Adult Programs
Cultivate new skills and deepen your connection to the land through our diverse workshops for teens and adults. From wilderness skills and seasonal crafts to hands-on learning in sustainable forestry and agriculture, our programs offer immersive experiences in our 3,500-acre living classroom. Join MFFC staff for moonlit hikes, wildlife tracking adventures, chainsaw training, traditional craft workshops and more—all designed to inspire curiosity and stewardship of our ecosystems.
Upcoming Events
Fri, Oct 09
Oct 10, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PMManchester Community Library, 138 Cemetery Ave, Manchester Center, VT 05255, USAForester, ecologist, digital storyteller & bestselling author Ethan Tapper will discuss his new book, a forest almanac for our time, rooted in a full year observing a rural woodland and its birds.
Sat, Oct 17Oct 17, 2026, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PMMerck Forest and Farmland Center, 3270 VT-315, Rupert, VT 05768, USAThis evening is our way to thank our donors and supporters! Not a supporter yet? There's still time! Make a gift of $75 or more at the link below by October 10th to reserve your spot for this unforgettable night.
Wed, Oct 21Oct 21, 2026, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PMMerck Forest & Farmland Center, 3270 VT-315, Rupert, VT 05768, USAThis One-Day Track & Sign Certification is both a highly educational workshop and a clear pathway to becoming certified wildlife trackers. We'll cover tracks, scat, feeding, marking, and many more forms of animal behaviors.
Dec 03, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PMMerck Forest and Farmland Center, 3270 VT-315, Rupert, VT 05768, USAFor this crafty opportunity, come ready to put your creative maker skills to work! We'll be making hanging ornaments from a variety of found and natural materials (pinecones, wood, bark, seed pods, acorns, etc.). A perfect workshop for families and makers of all ages.
Sun, Sep 20Sep 20, 2026, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PMMerck Forest & Farmland Center, 3270 VT-315, Rupert, VT 05768, USALace 'em up and head for the hills! Choose the 8.5-miler or the 1-mile Family Fun Run around the farm! Hosted by Manchester, Vermont's The Mountain Goat, with proceeds to benefit Merck Forest's education and stewardship programs.
Fri, Aug 14
Fri, Jul 31
Jul 11, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMMerck Forest & Farmland Center, 3270 VT-315, Rupert, VT 05768, USAJoin Farm Manager Hadley Stock for this month's Garden Club meeting, a hands-on gathering for garden enthusiasts interested in growing their skills and knowledge. Each month, participants dig into the particular rhythms of that season.
Jul 11, 2026, 8:45 AM – 3:30 PMMerck Forest & Farmland Center, 3270 VT-315, Rupert, VT 05768, USALeave the forest floor behind. Using harnesses and rope, ascend into Merck Forest’s canopy guided by the instructors from the Women's Tree Climbing Workshop®, an all-women instructor team with years of experience elevating people into the tree canopy. This program is open to all.
Sat, Jun 06
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