Carver’s youngest students from the Community Center’s CASPER program kicked off the fall season with a joyful field trip to Silverman’s Farm in Easton, Connecticut—a local favorite known for its hands-on, family-friendly farm experiences. The K–5 students were treated to an unforgettable day surrounded by nature, animals, and classic New England charm.
From the moment they arrived, the Carver kids were immersed in the sights and sounds of the farm. Each child received a colorful gourd to take home—a bright reminder of their autumn adventure. They spent time exploring the petting zoo, where over 100 animals roam the scenic hillsides. With feeding bags in hand, students delighted in meeting buffalo, llamas, goats, sheep, alpacas, fallow deer, and even the famously friendly bunnies in Silverman’s large free-range rabbit enclosure.
After their animal encounters, the group enjoyed Silverman’s famous homemade donuts—a sweet reward after a morning of exploring—and gathered for snacks at the picnic tables overlooking the orchards. The farm’s welcoming staff shared insights into the animals and life on a working farm, making the day both educational and fun.
While fall is peak season at Silverman’s, the farm offers year-round activities that keep families coming back: scenic hayrides through the orchard, a wooden tractor and train playground, fruit picking from June through October, and special seasonal events like pumpkin challenges and holiday festivals. The Carver students especially loved seeing the rows of apple trees, home to 25 varieties, and learning how fruit grows and is harvested.
By the end of the visit, students were brimming with excitement, laughter, and sticky fingers from donuts—an autumn day well spent. Trips like this give Carver’s CASPER students a chance to connect classroom learning with the natural world, building lasting memories and an appreciation for the region’s agricultural traditions.
