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Bushel and a Peck: Feed Milling

Location of Sky Meadows State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: The Chicken Coop (Behind the Visitor Center)
Main Park Address: Sky Meadows State Park, 11012 Edmonds Ln., Delaplane, VA 20144.

When

April 2, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

This hands-on experience invites visitors to discover the fascinating and essential connection between agriculture and livestock at Sky Meadows. Learn about traditional agricultural measurements, explore how grain byproducts are used to feed animals, gain appreciation for low-waste farming techniques, and operate a corn sheller machine to grind grain just as farmers did in the past. After harvesting and milling some grain, you’ll take your freshly ground feed to the chicken coop and help nourish our flock, gaining insight into the vital role our produce plays in both farming and food production. Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this program blends history, agriculture, and a little farmyard fun!

Part of our Spring Break Program Series!

All are welcome. Preregistration is available on our Eventbrite page. Sign Up Today!

chicken stands on the entrance to the coop

Documents

spring-break-flyer-sky-meadows-2026-(2).pdf

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-592-3556
Email Address: SkyMeadows@dcr.virginia.gov