Green Chimneys Animal Programs

Rescuing animals, helping children with special needs

Student and Rescued Mule Help Each Other

November 8, 2018

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:

Copper the Tamworth Pig

Tamworth pigs originated in the United Kingdom and are considered a rare breed. Copper, named for his burnt orange color, came to Green Chimneys from a neighboring farm that raised pigs for food. When one of our pigs lost his best friend, our barn manager decided to find him a stall mate. She saw Copper, the runt of the litter, and fell in love with him.