Now taking applications for Spring Session of Animal Science Classes. New for this session: Ages 11 years and under Pick Your Day! Pick the day that works for your schedule - Tuesdays or Thursdays. The parents in the winter session requested this change. We are excited for Spring on the farm!

**We have added a class for ages 12 years and older. Wednesdays April 30 - June 11, 2025 (no class June 4) 10:00am - 11:30am.

Each session is taught by Patty Pantelione, owner of Painted Bay Farm LLC, who retired from teaching after 32 years in the NJ Public School system with the New Jersey Teacher of Science Certification grades K-12. Patty has been involved in the Rutgers 4-H program for over 40 years as a member and 4-H leader. She is currently the leader of the Atlantic County 4-H Mini Whinnies Horse Club.

Interested in attending our spring session? Have additional questions? Contact us with your questions. Contact us if you would like to visit the farm, meet the animals, and instructor.

All topics are adapted to the age and abilities of the participants. Here are a few examples:

The role of agriculture in our daily lives and understand how most of the necessities of life can be traced back to the farm.

Life Cycles of Farm Animals: Farm animal traits, gestation/incubation, care of young, life span

Genetics: Understand the passing of traits to offspring, how farmers use genetics when breeding livestock, how to select livestock for your family.

Raising animals on the farm. What do the animals eat? How do we keep the animals healthy. Some of our goats have horns. Why don’t the other goats have horns.

The role of animals in seed dispersion. How farm animals affect their environment.

Fee: $180 (includes 6 classes) per student. 50% discount for additional siblings. Pre-Registration is Required. We accept Venmo, cash or check.

Use the link below to register for classes.