Canfield's MetroParks Farm Hosts Delightful Baby Animal Event, Engaging Local Families in Educational Fun

The annual Baby Farm Animal Shower was held last Saturday at MetroParks Farm in Canfield, attracting thousands of visitors. Since its inception in 1992, with a pause during the coronavirus pandemic, the event has allowed families to interact with various farm animals such as pigs, goats, chicks, peacocks, cows, and llamas. These animals, provided temporarily by local farmers, offered a practical learning experience for attendees.

The event aimed to educate as well as entertain, according to Jaime Yohman, the community engagement director for Mill Creek MetroParks. New features this year included additional hiking trails and a small archery range, broadening the recreational activities for visitors.

Volunteers were key to the event's success. Ashton Albrecht, a 16-year-old student from Canfield High School, was one of the volunteers who assisted children and their parents in interacting with the animals, enhancing their understanding of farm life.

The event also focused on agricultural education. Activities included demonstrations of the chicken lifecycle, from eggs in incubators to adult chickens, and cow milking sessions. These were designed to teach attendees about the origins of their food and the importance of animal care.

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