Tradewinds Park's Educational Farm opened in 1977 with a goal of educating the public about farming, food production, and the agricultural history of Broward County. The farm, located on the north side of Tradewinds Park in Coconut Creek, is approximately 325 acres and includes a livestock barn, horse stable, micro-apiary, and the historic McLean farmhouse.
PROGRAMS FOR INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES
Educational Farm Tours
Fee: $3/participant (children under 2 are free)
When: Saturday and Sunday (weather permitting)
Duration: 30 minutes
- Timeslots Vary Depending on Season
- Winter, Spring, and late Fall Seasons: 11:30AM, 12:15PM, 1:30PM, 2:15PM
- Summer and Early Fall Seasons: 10:30AM, 11:15AM, 12:30PM, 1:15PM
During our interactive guided tour, visitors will meet Tradewinds Park's goats, sheep, chickens, cattle, and pig, while learning about the roles of livestock animals on the farm. Children under 2 are free. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are sold in the park's General Store. Ticket sales end 15 minutes prior to the start of each tour, or when each group reaches its maximum capacity.
Pony Rides, Horseback Riding, and Scout Programs
Visit our Equestrian Activities page.
Pony Tales Reading Program
Ages 4-12
Fee: $4.50/child
When: Second Wednesday of the month (October-June)
Duration: 3:30-4:30PM
Join us at our stables to read to one of our horses, ponies, or our donkey and take a picture at our themed photobooth! Bring your own chair and book (or borrow from our Little Free Library). Preregistration is required and spots are limited. You may register online using Webtrac or in the park's main office. Form more information call 954-357-8870, ext. 0.
Farm Fables
Ages 2-4
Fee: $5/child
When: Third Wednesday of the month (October-April)
Duration: 10-11AM
Join us at the Tradewinds Park Farm Museum for our new hour-long youth program Farm Fables. Our stables staff will provide a story time, interactive activity, and a chance to meet the featured farm animal of the month! Each month will focus on one of our barnyard animals to include but no guaranteed: chickens, pigs, sheep, goats, cows, and a donkey. Another month will be all about farming and agriculture. Preregistration is required and spots are limited. You may register online using Webtrac or in the park's main office. For more information call 954-357-8870, ext. 0.
PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOLS
Tradewinds Park Farm has a variety of field trip options for schools and youth groups looking to spend a day on the farm. Students can learn about vegetable gardening, livestock animals, pollinators, and more. All educational programs are developed according to the curriculum guidelines of the Florida State Standards. Please call the park at 954-357-8720 for more information.
Meet the Animals
