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We’ve always loved inviting people to check out our farm and experience what farming looks like in the 21st century. Join us and leave with greater knowledge about (and appreciation for!) agriculture – and experiences you won’t forget!

Farm Tour with Cows

Experience the Farm

Farm Tours at Berning Acres : A family-owned dairy farm located in Menominee, IL. Offering farm tours and farm experiences.

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2023 MAY – OCTOBER

Berning Acres Night Out at the Farm

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2023 SUMMER/FALL DATES

Farm Camp at Berning Acres : A family-owned dairy farm located in Menominee, IL. Offering farm tours and farm experiences.

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LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE

Farm Tours at Berning Acres : A family-owned dairy farm located in Menominee, IL. Offering farm tours and farm experiences.
May - October 2023
Thursdays: 1 – 2:30 p.m.
Fridays:
1 – 2:30 p.m.
Saturday: 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Sunday: June 18th & July 9th 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

*Tailored private tours available upon request.  Contact Natalie at 563.543.8936, we strive to accommodate groups of all sizes!

Get a unique behind-the scenes experience of real life on a 21st century dairy farm! We love to welcome people to our farm, and cannot wait to share the wonderful hands-on experience of farm life with you! On our FARM TOUR, we'll lead you through our working dairy farm, where you’ll get the opportunity to milk a cow, feed a calf (calf selfies encouraged!) and learn about innovative technologies used on our farm. Of course, you’ll enjoy a tasty ice cream treat at the end of your tour, too!

Girl petting calf
Berning Acres Night Out at the Farm
Ask and you will receive! Natalie couldn’t believe the amount of adults who asked “Can adults come to camp?"  So, here it is!  Matt and Natalie brainstormed what that might look like, and we came up with TWO FUN OPTIONS :

Night at the Farm : Cows, Beers and Cheese Curds

Friday, June 16:  7 – 9ish p.m.
Friday, July 7:  7 – 9ish p.m.
Friday, September 8:  6 – 8ish p.m.

For Ages 21+
You will experience all the fun of camp while enjoying cold beverages*. We’ll wrap it up back in the shop for a view of the sunset over the farm while sampling a variety of locally-sourced cheese curds alongside some flavored meat sticks too! So many new opportunities or experiences to be had —  milk a cow, give a calf her bottle, help with farm chores by feeding a farm friend (goat, sheep, pig, or pony).  Lots of opportunities for photo ops along the way, and playtime with the goats and other animals if you'd like!
* Each paid admission includes your interactive tour & cheese curds. Complimentaary beverages will be available, featuring Spotted Cow, becasue duh, soda and bottled water. 

Night at the Farm : Cows, Wine and Charcuterie

Saturday, June 17:  7 – 9ish p.m.
Saturday, July 8:  7 – 9ish p.m.
Saturday, September 9:  6 – 8ish p.m.

For Ages 21+
Just like our Cows, Beers and Cheese Curds experience, however our beverages* will feature wine that pairs well with a variety of cheeses.  Upon the completion of our farm explorations, we’ll enjoy wine and a beautiful charcuterie board, of course highlighting a variety of cheeses and more... with the sunset as our backdrop. So many new opportunities or experiences to be had – milk a cow, give a calf her bottle, help with farm chores by feeding a farm friend (goat, sheep, pig, and pony).  Lots of opportunities for photo ops along the way, and playtime with the goats and other animals  if you'd like!
*Each paid admission includes your interactive tour & charcuterie board.  Complimentary beverages will be available, featuring wine, beer, sparkling water, soda, and bottled water. 
Night at the Farm, visiting animals
Woman feeding calf at Night At The Farm
Berning Acres Night at the Farm
Berning Acres Farm Camp

NEW 2023 DATES:
REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 6

June 8 & 9 (Thursday & Friday) : 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
June 12 & 14 (Monday & Wednesday) : 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
June 13 & 15 (Tuesday & Thursday) : 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
June 19 & 21 (Monday & Wednesday) : 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
June 20 & 22 (Tuesday & Thursday): 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
June 26 & 27 (Monday & Tuesday) : 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

 

For Ages 7 – 12

At Berning Acres FARM CAMP, campers will have a few morning chores to attend to like feeding the animals or collecting the eggs from the chicken coop. There will be structured time each day to interact with and learn about the animals on the farm including the cows, calves, goats, sheep and and farm dog, Lacey too.  Plus, meet our chocolate lab puppy, sweet Hazel. We will also have an organized activity each day such as: making ice cream or butter from scratch, outdoor games and races, scavenger hunts and seek n finds. Pony Rides & Hay Ride to boot!!!

A tasty dairy treat will be provided each day for snack. Please SEND a SACK LUNCH with your child each day.

Kids learning about the farm at Farm Camp
Kids making friends at Farm Camp
Girl playing with duck at Farm Camp
Boy feeding calf at Farm Camp
Woman playing with goat
Berning Acres : A family-owned dairy farm located in Menominee, IL. Offering farm tours and farm experiences.