100 Things to Explore in New York – Farm Experience

I visited Pennsylvania's Old Windmill Farm in early spring, and it was incredibly therapeutic. 🌿 The entire farm is run by an Amish family, making you feel like you've stepped back into a slower-paced era. If you're tired of the city rhythm, this is a perfect escape. Here’s what you can do there: ✋ Feed calves, lambs, and piglets 🥛 Experience milking cows 🚜 Take a horse-drawn wagon ride around the farm 🥚 Collect eggs by hand and feed chickens, ducks, and geese 🍯 Buy their homemade honey, jam, ice cream, and eggs laid by the farm’s own chickens Helpful Tips: It’s best to arrive in the morning when the weather is cooler and the animals are most active. 🌞 Bring some cash for easier purchases of honey, postcards, and other small items. 💵 There are many delicious Amish-style restaurants nearby (like Family Cupboard and Bird-in-Hand Bakery) that are worth trying! 🥧 If you’re sensitive to smells, consider bringing a mask—places with lots of animals can get quite aromatic. 🐄 📍 Address: Old Windmill Farm, Lancaster, PA 🚗 About 2.5 hours’ drive from New York 💰 Admission: Adults $15 / Children $10 (additional charges for activities) ⏰ Open seasonally from spring to fall (advance reservations recommended) What’s your favorite farm or countryside escape from the city? Have you ever visited an Amish community or tried farm-fresh products? Share your experiences below! 👇🐓 #NYDayTrip #LancasterCheckIn #OldWindmillFarm #AmishFarm #WeekendEscape #SlowLivingDiary #NYCFun #NewYork #NYSurroundingsTravel #FarmLife #FamilyFriendly #CountrysideRetreat #HandsOnFun #HomemadeGoodies