Education - Fun on the Farm - MPX Animal Presenter (Chickens & Ducks)
Event Description:
Celebrate historic farm life and discover Butler County's thriving farming communities of today at Fun on the Farm. Shop local vendors, see interactive homesteading demonstrations like blacksmithing, beekeeping, foraging, and much more. Tour the Augspurger House with the Friends of Chrisholm and learn about the unique history of this special 1800s farmstead. Visit with MetroParks' superstar farm animal ambassadors as well as special guest animals from around the area, take a wagon ride, and much more!
Task:
Stay with either the ducks and chickens in the recess area or the Donkeys and Goat down in the red barn. Answering the public questions, and supervising any interactions or handling of MetroParks animals by the public.
Times and Locations
all work days are broken into 2-hour shifts. Select as many as you would like!
Saturday, May 16, 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Chrisholm MetroPark, 2070 Woodsdale Road, Trenton OH 45067
Weather:
We will work through light rain but cancel for thunderstorms or severe weather. Please check the forecast to ensure you all bring the necessary items and wear the proper clothing.
Accommodations:
The MetroParks may provide accommodation to volunteer project participants depending on the nature of the tasks. Any request must be sent directly to the Manager of Volunteer Resources at least two days before the project begins
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Contact Information: Daniel Clepper, Manager of Volunteer Resources; (513) 867-5835 Ext. 221; dclepper@yourmetroparks.net
Qualifications Required
- Farm Caretaker Training Must be Completed
- Farm Help Training Must be Completed
Schedule Summary
This activity has the following schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 11:00 AM | 1:00 PM |
| Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 1:00 PM | 3:00 PM |
| Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 3:00 PM | 5:00 PM |
