We stayed at Verdant View Farm in Paradise Pennsylvania for our family summer vacation this year. My mom lives in nearby Lancaster, but doesn't have room for our big wild crowd, so we opted for a farm B&B (thanks to Christine for the great idea!).
One of the best things about the trip was that Don and Ginny and their staff were so very friendly and available to answer as many questions as our curious gang could supply. We learned so much about agriculture while we were there that I definitely copy Angel and use of the word Farmschooling. Jacob had so many questions about corn and animals and Don was always willing to stop what he was doing and give him a thoughtful reply. Don is definitely a wonderful teacher!
Among the amenities at Verdant View Farm, there was a big yard for us to grill and picnic in, cows to milk, goats to to feed and kittys everywhere roaming through acres and acres of corn. There was a a 1 1/2 week old cow when we arrived, and while we were there, a baby cow was born. 
I think they named him Rambo. Unfortunately we missed the birth by an hour, but some of the visitors (a family from France) video taped the birth and we were able to watch it that night.
The boys had an opportunity to watch the calf drink a bottle a few days later. They were invited to feed her the bottle, but respectfully declined.
Andrew and I were the only one who chose to milk a cow, but all got the opportunity to milk if they chose and watch as many milkings as possible. Twice a day times 7 days makes 14, but I think we only made 3 or 4 due to our busy schedule.
Everyone opted to feed the goats, however, and it was very easy to just pick some plants nearby (I'm tempted to call them weeds, but I'm not sure this would be appreciated by the farm owners or the animals) and place them in front of the little guys. There was a billy, a nanny and a little baby.
All our group decllined the opportunity to feed Manuel the donkey because some of us were nipped at last year's visit. It didn't hurt, but only frightened, and we knew to just keep our distance. But when Don, his owner, rode by on a wagon, Manuel made some fun donkey noises - sorry I don't know how to describe them. I only know that Snipper the dog howled in response and it was very funny. 
Other farm dwellers included the following:
Two swans,
three ducks
, and Alex's favorite grey kitten. Now I know that we must get him a cat for his own when we move to our new home (whenever that is). He is so gentle and loving with the cats and just seeing them brightens his day. 
Jacob and Nicholas weren't so gentle with the billy goat who seemed to enjoy the occasional wrestling match.
If there are any animal rights activists out there, I can assure you that no animals were harmed in the making of these pictures.
As our study of birds continues, I must say that one of the highlights of my experience on the farm was seeing all of the barn swallows. Their nests were overflowing with very large fledgeling which it seems were ready to leave the nest at this time. I was thrilled to see them flying all around the farm and especially inside the barn. 
- Other wildlife we saw included spiders and lightening bugs (fireflies) which fascinated our French friends who had never seen such creatures! There were were many, many, more than we are used to seeing here in our southern home.
OK, I 've been sitting here over an hour and I still haven't finished. I guess I'll post more tomorrow, including pix of the chickens, spiders and the numerous lightening bugs!
Thanks Don and Ginny! Is it ok if I put your photos here?
He's just finishing up. Note the napkin placemat he made for himself! And he even put the milk away prior to eating. Now if I could only get him to clean his room!
