Green Chimneys Animal Programs

Talent Show with a Therapeutic Twist

February 20, 2020

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 Farm & Wildlife Center.

The Farm & Wildlife Center supports therapeutic education and treatment for Green Chimneys’ day and residential 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:

Gyrfalcon

Crowned the best for falconry in medieval times, gyrfalcons were once reserved for kings. As the largest falcon in the world, with exquisite plumage ranging from bright white to deep charcoal, gyrs are revered for their powerful skill of flight. Their long wings make hunting waterfowl from 3,000-feet-high a feasible and fantastical feat. This falcon was flown in the sport of falconry for several years.