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Green Chimneys Animal Programs

From the day Green Chimneys Farm for Little Folk opened, children have had the unique experience of interacting with and caring for animals. Green Chimneys continues to provide a dynamic, experiential learning environment with meaningful ways for people to connect with nature through the Sam and Myra Ross Farm & Wildlife Center.

The Farm & Wildlife Center supports therapeutic education and treatment for Green Chimneys School students, serving as an adjunct to classroom academics, vocational activities, and clinical support.

The Farm & Wildlife Center is also a public attraction, hosting thousands of visitors for open weekend hours and favorite annual events such as Little Folk Farm Day, and the spectacular Birds of Prey Day each June.

There are many ways to experience — and support — the animals of Green Chimneys:

Structure & Support in a
New York State 853 School

Green Chimneys School is designed for children who have been unsuccessful in a traditional educational setting. As a NYS-approved special education school, we offer a structured and therapeutic educational experience. Small class sizes, high staff-to-student ratio, well-trained clinicians and educators, and a safe, supportive school environment are just a few things that make Green Chimneys the right choice for many students with special needs.

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Meet Our Animals

The Llama Crew

Lily, Java, Summer Wind, Beata, Alexa
There’s a whole lotta llamas at the farm!

Green Chimneys has been a long-time home to llamas Lily and Java, who arrived in 2006 as trained therapy animals. Llamas are environmentally sensitive, intelligent creatures that get along well with children and are noted for being well-socialized, extremely curious and highly approachable, making the pair excellent “facilitators” for the therapeutic programs at Green Chimneys.

In the fall of 2011, Lily and Java were joined by a group of llamas, creating a complete community of camelids.

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Birds of a Feather are Healing Together at Green Chimneys

Green Chimneys Animal Programs

There are many ways to experience — and support — the animals of Green Chimneys:

The Llama Crew