Alice Ferguson Foundation
Connecting people to the natural world, sustainable agricultural practices and the cultural heritage of their local watershed through education, stewardship and advocacy.
Join us on December 10 for a Make & Take: Natural Wreath Workshop at Hard Bargain Farm. In this workshop, you will help Miss Sharon remove the invasive bittersweet vines strangling our trees and transform them into a beautiful wreath, perfect for any holiday. We'll provide some crafting odds & ends for you to give […]
Join us on November 12 for Chores & S'mores at Hard Bargain Farm. Join us on November 12 for a for an unforgettable evening at the farm. You will get a chance to milk our dairy cow, collect eggs from our chickens, and provide food and clean water for our other barnyard friends. After we […]
Join us on October 15 for Fun with Fermentation at Hard Bargain Farm. Fun with Fermentation is a hands on workshop introducing beginners to the simple art of fermenting at home. Taste, learn, and make a jar of take home “starter cultures”. Cost: $15 per person. Kids free under age of 2, no unattended children […]
Join us for an early evening birding adventure! Explore the Alice Ferguson Foundation’s diverse ecosystems and the birds that inhabit our property. Keep your eyes and ears open for various bird species as our very own Bill Townsend guides you through wetlands and woodlands. *Event image photo credit go to our Bird Walk guide and […]
Join us on September 24 for Unfor-goat-able Adventures at Hard Bargain Farm. Interact with our barnyard animals close up! Also, meet the farmers and educators of the Farm, learn about our animals, and even enjoy some delicious farm treats. Guaranteed fun for the whole family and a great way to get outside, discover something new, […]
There’s no better way to spend summer break than at Hard Bargain Farm! Led by our experienced educators, kids will explore the woods, wetlands and Potomac riverbank, with activities such as canoeing, finding tadpoles, and watching the eagles! Our unique barnyard allows kids will to experience life on the farm – get to know our […]
Registration is OPEN for the Prince George's County Summer Science Institute! June 27 - July 8, 2022 Join Hard Bargain Farm's experienced educators for a two-week hands-on, minds-on in-person learning experience. This institute is designed to help build capacity in environmental science content knowledge and inquiry skills for science teachers in Prince George's County. Questions? […]
Say Cheese with us on June 18 at Hard Bargain Farm. Interact with our barnyard animals close up! Also, meet the farmers and educators of the Farm, learn about our animals, and even test your skills at churning butter and making cheese. Guaranteed fun for the whole family and a great way to get outside, […]
Get Wild About Worms on May 21 with us at Hard Bargain Farm. Get your hands dirty and explore these magnificent creatures while learning about the role they play in composting. Attendees will make their own compost in a cup with some tasty treats (that can be enjoyed afterwards). Guaranteed fun for the whole family […]
Join us on March 19 for Unfor-goat-able Adventures at Hard Bargain Farm. Interact with our barnyard animals close up! Also, meet the farmers and educators of the Farm, learn about our animals, and even enjoy some delicious farm treats. Guaranteed fun for the whole family and a great way to get outside, discover something new, […]
Please join us Sunday, January 23, 2021 at 4:00pm virtually for our annual Member Meeting to hear about our work and connect with our staff and board. This meeting will feature highlights of our new programs, plans for 2022 and honor our retiring board members. Let us know you'll be joining!
Join us on December 11 for a Make & Take: Natural Wreath Workshop at Hard Bargain Farm. In this workshop, you will help Miss Sharon remove the invasive bittersweet vines strangling our trees and transform them into a beautiful wreath, perfect for any holiday. We'll provide some crafting odds & ends for you to give […]