WYCKOFF ZOO FIELD GUIDE
Greenhouse Dirt and Barnyard Whispers: Scout Planting and Petting at Abma’s Farm
A one-day program in Wyckoff where scout groups plant in a greenhouse and visit a Barnyard Petting Zoo — this guide explains what to expect and how the day is structured.
Greenhouse Dirt and Barnyard Whispers: Scout Planting and Petting at Abma’s Farm.
Bring your scout group to Abma’s Farm in Wyckoff, NJ for a day of hands-on learning: participants plant in the farm greenhouse under instruction and visit the Barnyard Petting Zoo to interact with friendly animals and feed them animal crackers.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Hands-on Greenhouse Planting with Instruction
Scouts get practical planting time inside the farm greenhouse, with instruction so the session is both educational and active.
Barnyard Petting Zoo — Up Close and Interactive
The visit includes time in the Barnyard Petting Zoo where scouts can meet and interact with friendly farm animals.
A Blend of Fun and Education
The program pairs tactile gardening instruction with animal interaction to create an engaging, educational outing for scout groups.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
The day is a focused, hands-on program for scout groups: planting in the greenhouse under instruction, followed by a visit to the Barnyard Petting Zoo where participants meet friendly animals and feed them animal crackers.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this program is designed for:
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring your scout group to Abma’s Farm for the planting and petting zoo activities.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Who operates the Scout Planting Session and Zoo Visit?
The program is operated by Abma’s Farm in Wyckoff, New Jersey.
What activities are included in the outing?
Scouts plant in the greenhouse with instruction and visit the Barnyard Petting Zoo to interact with friendly animals.
Can participants feed the animals?
Yes — the visit includes feeding animals with animal crackers as part of the petting zoo experience.
Is this designed for scout groups?
Yes — the program is presented for Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts and for scout group visits.
Where does the program take place?
The program takes place at Abma’s Farm in Wyckoff, New Jersey.