Events

We are closed for Visitors on NON-EVENT DAYS as we are a working farm.

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Pick up Farm Hats, Once Upon a Pasture and Highland housewares and clothing!



2025 POP UP SHOP DATES:
Since we have to work around our Cows' Schedule, our On Farm store doesn't have "normal" Hours...but why be normal!
All Pop Up Shop Times are 9-2 unless there is a cow emergency!
WE WILL NOT BE OPEN IN JANUARY or JULY 2025
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June 28
August 16
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October 18
November 28
December 20

HOLIDAY Celebration: S'Mores & Stories benefitting the New Oxford FFA:
 
Join Sheppard Farm as we celebrate the Holiday season with New Oxford FFA and Highlands!
Crafts, campfires for making s'mores, Crafts with Holiday photo backgrounds and
visits with our tied Highland friends through the fence.

We hope you’ll join us for this Festive Family Farm experience!
Proceeds from the tickets go directly to the FFA and you can just stop by to donate!

Tickets are $15, ages 0-5 are free with a ticket holding adult.
DECEMBER 20, 9am-2pm
Reserve your S"mores & Storytime Spot!

PRIVATE WEEKEND TOURS:
Join Farm Manager Kaleb or Owner Heather on a Saturday Morning Adventure, rain or shine! You and up to 3 other guest ages 9 and up will visit various herds around the farm from weanlings to our Brood herds. Ride along in the Farm Truck or once in the pasture, in the back of the pickup. Learn herd stewardship and husbandry while meeting our Highlands. Interactions with the animals are free-choice, but the cows are always looking for treats!. Visit is about 45-60 minutes.
Start times will be at 8:30 am or 9:30am sharp to maximize animal activity. $160 includes all fees for 4 people.

Held rain or shine and we encourage our guests to wear closed toe shoes and farm appropriate attire.
There is a 72 hour cancellation policy for THIS experience. If you cancel within 72 hours of the event you will not be refunded your payment.

YOU WILL BE EXPOSED TO THE FOLLOWING: Hay, straw, manure, cats, mud and other farm related allergens.

Waivers and payments done prior to arrival.
Spring Dates will start in April. 

May HAYRIDE & Yoga:
Welcome AUTUMN with a family friendly hay ride into one of our two Highland herds. You'll be driven into our brood cow herds to see all the new calves & their Mamas in their natural environment. The cattle will have the opportunity to interact with you from the safety of the Hay wagon.
You'll have the chance to feed some hungry moms and enjoy the beautiful pastoral views in this 30-45 min ride.



YOU WILL BE EXPOSED TO THE FOLLOWING: Hay, straw, manure, cats, mud and other farm related allergens.

For ages 5-95. Participants will have to ascend stairs to get into the hay wagons.
Bathrooms will only be available at the Main Farm, not in the field.
You will have the opportunity to purchase our all natural beef & our merchandise after your pasture tour!
Fees are $25 per person, waivers and payments done prior to arrival.


Meet the Highlands:
These events are booked PER PERSON and scheduled in advance. AGES 5 and up. Meet the Highlands gets you up-close and personal with the Highlands of Sheppard Farm. You'll visit in small groups and you will be able to brush the Highlands while they are tied. Safe interactions are our number one priority, but they are animals! This is why for each event we will have an age limit for the safety of every guest. Guests are encouraged to wear appropriate farm attire: closed toe shoes and weather appropriate clothing.
YOU WILL BE EXPOSED TO THE FOLLOWING: Hay, straw, manure, cats, mud and other farm related allergens.
$20 per ticket, ages 5+, each ticket booked separately
Next opportunity---March 2026


Highland Yoga:
After a day of feasting and family, take a moment to pause and reflect on the gifts of the year! Vanessa Davis will lead our guests through a
45 min Yoga session outside in our event space in the sounds of Nature. Bring your Own Mat and dress in layers as you warm your body from within the workout.
$25 per ticket, Ages 7+, each ticket booked separately
Next opportunity, May 2026

 

ON FARM PRIVATE EVENTS FOR SCHOOL, WORK, ETC.
Whether your group would like their own Meet the Highlands or a personal Hayride, we offer PRIVATE HAYRIDES & TOURS for groups!
We welcome homeschool groups, retirement homes 4-H and FFA Clubs, as well as Team Building or Nature Retreat events for your staff.
Contact us directly with your inquiries to schedule: sheppardmansionfarms@gmail.com