WEST LINN GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Into the Barn: Hands‑On Field Trips at Triskelee Farm, West Linn
A 1.5‑hour guided educational farm tour where students pet and feed goats, alpacas, ostriches and more; this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.
Into the Barn: Hands‑On Field Trips at Triskelee Farm, West Linn.
At Triskelee Farm in West Linn, Field Trips is a guided, 1.5‑hour educational farm tour that brings groups into the animal areas to pet and feed species such as goats, alpacas, ostriches and rabbits while staff explain life cycles and the animals' roles on the farm.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Up Close with Farm Species
You go into the animals' space to pet and feed a wide variety—goats, alpacas, ostriches, rabbits and more—while staff describe life cycles and why each animal is kept on the farm (eggs, milk, fiber, meat).
Guided, Hands‑On Learning
A staff‑led educational tour takes groups into the pens for direct interaction; the animal‑walk portion runs about 40 minutes and can extend with questions, all within the 1.5‑hour Field Trips session.
Built for School Groups
Tours require a minimum of 15 people, teachers attend free, parents and siblings require an additional fee; groups are managed to a maximum of 100 at a time and are split into groups of 40 as needed.
What the day feels like
What the visit feels like
The visit moves at a school‑group pace: a brief welcome and safety talk, a guided walk into animal areas where children can pet and feed animals and ask questions, then a short use of the barn for a sack lunch before departure. The program is intended to be interactive, educational and hands‑on—rain or shine.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this program suits best—and when to take extra care.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Field Trips are scheduled for 1.5 hours total; the animal‑walk portion is typically around 40 minutes, and you should allow roughly 20 minutes for a sack lunch in the barn.
Activities run rain or shine; expect dirt, animal droppings and uneven, slippery surfaces. Bring or wear closed‑toed shoes you don't mind getting dirty, a bag for muddy boots and an extra change of shoes.
Plan to arrive on time—staff greet groups 10–15 minutes before the scheduled slot. A nonrefundable but transferable deposit holds the date; late arrivals cut into your tour time.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does a Field Trip last?
The full Field Trips session is 1.5 hours; the guided animal‑walk portion is about 40 minutes and can run longer if there are many questions.
What animals will students see and touch?
You will see and interact with goats, alpacas, ostriches, rabbits and other farm animals; guests are taken into the animal areas to pet and feed selected animals.
Are teachers charged for the trip?
Teachers attend free; parents and siblings require an additional fee.
What are the group size requirements?
Field Trips require a minimum of 15 people per group; up to 100 people can be on site at a time and groups are split into units of 40; call to discuss arrangements for groups larger than 100.
What if we arrive late or someone doesn't follow safety rules?
Staff will greet groups 10–15 minutes before the scheduled start; arriving late will reduce your tour time. If safety instructions are not followed, staff may speed up the tour or end it early to protect people and animals.
Will the trip happen if it rains?
Yes—tours run rain or shine and in all temperatures, so plan accordingly.