Campfire & Goats: A Family Farm Campout

Spend a night under the stars at Goat House Farm! Bring your tent, gather the family, and enjoy an overnight adventure filled with friendly dairy goats, outdoor exploration, campfire stories, and s'mores.

Your family campout includes our interactive All About Goats class, a farm and nature scavenger hunt, a small communal bonfire with s'mores and hot chocolate, and plenty of time to relax with our very friendly dairy goats! You'll even get special goat snacks to share with your new four-legged friends. Our goats love visitors, and you'll be camping right alongside them in their pasture!

Families bring their own tents, sleeping bags, camping equipment, picnic dinners, and breakfast. We'll provide the activities, campfire treats, and access to our shared bathhouse.

This is a relaxed family experience, with scheduled activities in the afternoon and evening and plenty of time to enjoy camping together.

Proceeds support Get Goating, our youth agricultural education program.

December 19–20, 2026

Optional meals

• Saturday dinner, $10 per person: Burger or veggie burger.

• Sunday breakfast, $5 per person: Pancake breakfast.

All meals must be prepurchased by December 17. Meals cannot be purchased on-site.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are we really camping with the goats?

Yes! You'll pitch your tent at one of our designated campsites right in the pasture with our very friendly dairy goats. They're accustomed to visitors and may wander over to say hello, investigate your campsite, or simply hang out with your family. We've been welcoming campers into our goat pasture for nearly a decade!

What should we bring?

Bring your own tent, sleeping bags, pillows, camping chairs, flashlights, toiletries, towels, and weather-appropriate clothing. December nights can get chilly, so pack warm bedding and layers. Closed-toe shoes are recommended.

Will the goats bother our tents?

Our goats are curious and may come over to investigate, but we've welcomed campers into our pasture for nearly a decade without problems. They're accustomed to sharing their space with visitors!

Do we need to bring chairs?

Yes! Bring camping chairs or blankets for relaxing around the bonfire and enjoying the evening outdoors.

Are meals provided?

Saturday's burger dinner (beef or veggie) is available for $10 per person, and Sunday's pancake breakfast is $5 per person. All meals must be prepurchased by December 17. Families may also bring their own food. Meals will be served in our backyard, away from the goats.

Can we feed the goats?

Yes! We'll provide special goat snacks so everyone can enjoy giving the goats a treat. Please only feed the goats the snacks we provide, and follow our instructions.

Do parents need to supervise their children?

Yes! This is a family camping experience, not a drop-off program. Parents and guardians must supervise their children throughout the event, especially around animals and the bonfire.

What about the gates?

Please close and securely latch every gate behind you, every time! Our goats are very good at finding opportunities to explore beyond their pasture. Children should not operate livestock gates without adult supervision.

Will there be a bonfire?

Yes! We'll have a small communal bonfire with s'mores and hot chocolate for everyone to enjoy. Please don't build individual fires at your campsite.

Are bathrooms available?

Yes! Campers have access to our shared bathhouse, including toilets and showers.

Can we bring pets?

Please leave pets at home for the safety and comfort of our goats and other animals.

What happens if it rains or gets cold?

This is an outdoor event, so please dress for the weather and bring appropriate camping gear. If severe weather makes camping unsafe, we'll contact registered families about any changes.

Is there a quiet time?

Quiet hours begin at 9:30 PM. Please be considerate of other camping families. We will also remind the goats, although they aren't particularly good at following schedules.

What time is checkout?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM on Sunday, December 20. Please leave your campsite clean and take all your belongings with you.

Where does the money go?

Proceeds support Get Goating, our youth agricultural education program, where young people develop agricultural skills, learn responsible animal care, and gain confidence through hands-on experiences.