Welcome to Our Village
Forest and Farm School
- Play
- Learn
- Grow
Welcome to Our Village Forest and Nature School, a heart-centered learning community for youth of all ages to learn and grow rooted in the rhythms of the earth. Nestled at the beautiful Dream Haven Farm, we offer children a chance to learn through play, connection, and stewardship in both forest and farm settings.
Friends of the Farm
(All Ages – Drop-In Days)
Curious about our programs? Come experience a day on the farm!
Friends of the Farm offers gentle, family-friendly drop-in days where you can meet the animals, explore the land, and get a feel for our learning community before joining a full program.
🌱 Ready for more?Â
Explore our seasonal programs below ↓
5 Reasons to
join Our Village
Rooted Learning
Children connect deeply to place, seasons, and natural rhythms, making learning meaningful and memorable.
Wild Confidence
Outdoor adventures build resilience, courage, and self-trust through real challenges and freedom to explore.
Hands-On Skills
From gardening to goat care, kids learn practical life skills that foster responsibility and creativity.
Community Connection
We grow together through shared meals, collaborative play, and multigenerational mentoring.
Whole-Child Wellness
Time in nature supports emotional regulation, physical health, and joyful expression.
4 Great
Youth Programs
Gentle play-based preschool for little ones to grow curiosity, creativity, and connection
Confidence grows through barn chores, grooming, and riding in a safe, small-group farm setting.
Teens grow through leadership, teamwork, and hands-on farm and forest adventures.
Gain leadership experience mentoring youth, managing programs, and shaping our village community.
3 Ways to
Volunteer
2 Great
Locations
Dream Haven Farm
Nestled in the foothills of Columbus, NC
Home base for our youth programs and 10 acres of pure childhood magic. Think goats with personalities bigger than their horns, horses who double as four-legged therapists, gardens that grow faster than kids’ snack appetites, forest trails for epic adventures, and wide-open fields perfect for running wild (and maybe pretending you’re in a movie montage). Warning: Frequent laughter, random goat photobombs, and spontaneous mud pies are known side effects.
Baer Family Farm
Under the trees in Forest City, NC
Our cozy 2-acre food forest and garden is getting a fresh breath of life. Once lovingly tended, it’s now ready for a new chapter after the passing of its previous caretaker. We’re rolling up our sleeves (and probably getting dirt under our nails) with community work parties to clear, prune, and plant. Soon, this space will hum with life again—hosting classes, workshops, and hands-on experiences where everyone can learn, grow, and taste the harvest together.
One Great Chance to
Enroll Now
Enrollment is open for our Fall 2025 season starting September 2nd!
We offer part-time, flexible programs that honor each child’s rhythm and family’s needs. Space is limited to keep our classes small and connected—reserve your spot now and join the Village!
This Just In
Village Vibes
Doors Open!
Our Forest & Farm School is now welcoming families! We’ve kicked off our first season with joyful exploration, muddy boots, and lots of goat snuggles.
Stay Tuned: Goat Yoga
Coming soon! We’ve been training our adorable goat crew to be ready for some playful, peaceful yoga sessions under the sun.
From Dream to Dirt
We’ve started planting the roots of our garden classroom, with kids, families, and volunteers already digging into hands-on learning and soil health.
About
Serving Polk, Rutherforton, Henderson, Other Nearby Counties. Our forest and farm programs support each stage of life with hands-on learning, leadership, and connection to community.
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