TRAPPER CREEK FARM FIELD GUIDE
Bring in the Herd and Cuddle the Calves
A two-hour, hands-on farm session in Trapper Creek where you help bring cows to the paddock, feed hay and spend time brushing and cuddling playful calves — this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.
Bring in the Herd and Cuddle the Calves.
On a Highland Hugs homestead in Trapper Creek, you trade the spectator’s distance for close-in, tactile work: tracking cows that have been browsing the forest, helping shepherd them back to the paddock for afternoon hay, and then settling into the pasture to brush and cuddle the newest members of the herd.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Hands-on Herd Management
Assist with the daily routine of bringing cows from the woods to the paddock and feeding them their afternoon hay — authentic, low-tech farm work that places you amid the herd.
Cuddle and Brush Playful Calves
After the herd is secure, calves are released to the pasture so guests can brush, pet and cuddle them — intimate moments with the youngest animals on the homestead.
Forest-to-Paddock Rhythm
The cows spend mornings browsing seasonal treats in the forest, then are brought in for an afternoon feeding and pasture time, offering a small-scale view of daily herd rhythms.
What the day feels like
What It Feels Like
The two-hour experience moves from a homestead orientation into the field: locate the herd that has been browsing, engage with the animals and help guide them back to the paddock for hay, then relax in the pasture brushing and cuddling calves while sampling homestead snacks.
THE WORK
Hands-on Herd Management
Assist with the daily routine of bringing cows from the woods to the paddock and feeding them their afternoon hay — authentic, low-tech farm work that places you amid the herd.
THE CALVES
Cuddle and Brush Playful Calves
After the herd is secure, calves are released to the pasture so guests can brush, pet and cuddle them — intimate moments with the youngest animals on the homestead.
THE SETTING
Forest-to-Paddock Rhythm
The cows spend mornings browsing seasonal treats in the forest, then are brought in for an afternoon feeding and pasture time, offering a small-scale view of daily herd rhythms.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this fits — and how it can be adapted.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a two-hour experience that moves from homestead orientation to pasture time with the herd.
Guests meet at the homestead for introductions and a safety briefing before heading out to find the cows.
Participants will have the opportunity to sample homestead snacks during the visit.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the Round Up/Calf Cuddle take?
The experience lasts approximately 2 hours.
Where do we meet the group?
The group meets at the homestead for orientation and a safety briefing.
What activities are included?
You help find and bring the cows to the paddock, feed them hay, brush and cuddle calves, and sample homestead snacks.
Are the calves available to cuddle year-round?
The cows remain cuddly throughout the summer season.
Can the experience be adapted for mobility needs?
Yes — the adventure can be tailored to fit the group; let the operator know your mobility levels so they can customize the experience.