00MB.jpg

Events

For the safety of our staff and rescued animals, we do not allow drop-in visits. We are only open to the public during scheduled events and tours. Learn more about tours.

Please note: We are stroller, wheelchair, and walker accessible. We are unable to accommodate companion animals or service animals on the property. All visitors must follow all Health & Safety Guidelines and sign a waiver.

Volunteer Orientation Sept 3
Sep
3

Volunteer Orientation Sept 3

We are always seeking enthusiastic volunteers who are able to commit to one shift per week.

Volunteer Guidelines

  • Must be Age 15 or older

  • Caring and compassionate attitude

  • Ability to work around animals

  • Must commit to at least 1 shift per week

Volunteers can help with

  • Farm Chores or Special Needs/Bunny Room (9-Noon)

  • Produce pick up - Shaws or Hannaford in South Burlington (8-9AM)

Please note Wear clothes to be outside. Boots are necessary for the sanctuary. If you have farm animals at home or go to other barns, please wear shoes that have not been exposed to those barns.

Volunteer Tasks

  • Clean stalls and animal areas

  • Fill hay bags, water buckets, & troughs

  • Clean buckets, dishes, bowls, troughs etc.

  • Chop and prep produce for animals

  • Pick up produce from local groceries

Sign the volunteer waiver: WAIVER HERE

REGISTER for September 3 Volunteer Orientation

View Event →
Shared Harvest at Merrymac
Sep
12

Shared Harvest at Merrymac

This September, we’re gathering at the sanctuary for Shared Harvest, a free community event celebrating the harvest season and the opening of our new Education Room. We’ll also share one of Merrymac’s daily sustainability practices: repurposing surplus produce into nutritious meals for the animals.

Merrymac’s Produce Recovery Program works with local grocery partners, including City Market, Hannaford, and Shaw’s, to recover fruits and vegetables that no longer meet grocery standards and might otherwise be composted. Volunteers pick up, sort, and prepare the produce, selecting items that are safe and appropriate for different species. Shared Harvest gives guests a chance to take part in this work, learn about farm animal nutrition and see community connection in action.Guests are welcome to bring extra produce from their own gardens to share!

Shared Harvest at Merrymac is made possible by a grant from the Spark Connecting Community Program of the Vermont Community Foundation.

Space is limited, and registration is required.

REGISTER to attend Shared Harvest HERE

View Event →
Toddler Story Hour
Sep
17

Toddler Story Hour

Spend a beautiful morning at Merrymac with your toddler! Enjoy a farm-themed story followed by a guided tour to meet the animals that call our sanctuary home.

This event is held rain or shine. Please ensure your toddler is dressed for both indoor and outdoor settings. For safety, closed-toe shoes are required, and we ask that you keep your toddler within reach at all times during the visit. All participants must sign a waiver.

Tickets are $25 for one toddler and one adult caregiver. Additional children or adults are welcome to join for $10 each.

Space and parking are limited and pre-registration is required.

View Event →
High School Animal Welfare Program 26/27
Oct
10

High School Animal Welfare Program 26/27

Learn about our High School Animal Welfare Program 26/27

Application Deadline is September 15.

Program Schedule Saturdays 10AM-2PM October 10, November 14, December 12, January 9, February 13, March 13, April 10 & May 8 

View Event →
Volunteer Orientation July 7
Jul
7

Volunteer Orientation July 7

We are always seeking enthusiastic volunteers who are able to commit to one shift per week.

Volunteer Guidelines

  • Must be Age 15 or older

  • Caring and compassionate attitude

  • Ability to work around animals

  • Must commit to at least 1 shift per week

Volunteers can help with

  • Farm Chores or Special Needs/Bunny Room (9-Noon)

  • Produce pick up - Shaws or Hannaford in South Burlington (8-9AM)

Please note Wear clothes to be outside. Boots are necessary for the sanctuary. If you have farm animals at home or go to other barns, please wear shoes that have not been exposed to those barns.

Volunteer Tasks

  • Clean stalls and animal areas

  • Fill hay bags, water buckets, & troughs

  • Clean buckets, dishes, bowls, troughs etc.

  • Chop and prep produce for animals

  • Pick up produce from local groceries

Sign the volunteer waiver: WAIVER HERE

REGISTER for July 7  Volunteer Orientation

View Event →
Volunteer Orientation June 9
Jun
9

Volunteer Orientation June 9

We are always seeking enthusiastic volunteers who are able to commit to one shift per week.

Volunteer Guidelines

  • Must be Age 15 or older

  • Caring and compassionate attitude

  • Ability to work around animals

  • Must commit to at least 1 shift per week

Volunteers can help with

  • Farm Chores or Special Needs/Bunny Room (9-Noon)

  • Produce pick up - Shaws or Hannaford in South Burlington (8-9AM)

Please note Wear clothes to be outside. Boots are necessary for the sanctuary. If you have farm animals at home or go to other barns, please wear shoes that have not been exposed to those barns.

Volunteer Tasks

  • Clean stalls and animal areas

  • Fill hay bags, water buckets, & troughs

  • Clean buckets, dishes, bowls, troughs etc.

  • Chop and prep produce for animals

  • Pick up produce from local groceries

Sign the volunteer waiver: WAIVER HERE

REGISTER for June 9 Volunteer Orientation

View Event →
Volunteer Orientation May 23
May
23

Volunteer Orientation May 23

We are always seeking enthusiastic volunteers who are able to commit to one shift per week.

Volunteer Guidelines

  • Must be Age 15 or older

  • Caring and compassionate attitude

  • Ability to work around animals

  • Must commit to at least 1 shift per week

Volunteers can help with

  • Farm Chores or Special Needs/Bunny Room (9-Noon)

  • Produce pick up - Shaws or Hannaford in South Burlington (8-9AM)

Please note Wear clothes to be outside. Boots are necessary for the sanctuary. If you have farm animals at home or go to other barns, please wear shoes that have not been exposed to those barns.

Examples of Volunteer Tasks

  • Clean stalls and animal areas

  • Fill hay bags

  • Fill water buckets & troughs/scrub if needed

  • Clean buckets, dishes, bowls etc.

  • Chop and prep produce for animals

  • Pick up produce from local groceries

  • Prep for events

Sign the volunteer waiver: WAIVER HERE

REGISTER for May 23 Volunteer Orientation

View Event →
Volunteer Orientation May 12
May
12

Volunteer Orientation May 12

We are always seeking enthusiastic volunteers who are able to commit to one shift per week.

Volunteer Guidelines

  • Must be Age 15 or older

  • Caring and compassionate attitude

  • Ability to work around animals

  • Must commit to at least 1 shift per week

Volunteers can help with

  • Farm Chores or Special Needs/Bunny Room 9-Noon

  • Produce pick ups - Shaws or Hannaford in South Burlington between 8-9AM

Please note Wear clothes to be outside. Boots are necessary for the sanctuary. If you have farm animals at home or go to other barns, please wear shoes that have not been exposed to those barns.

Examples of Volunteer Tasks

  • Clean stalls and animal areas

  • Fill hay bags

  • Fill water buckets & troughs/scrub if needed

  • Clean buckets, dishes, bowls etc.

  • Chop and prep produce for animals

  • Provide special needs care for animals

  • Pick up produce from local groceries

  • Prep for events

Sign the volunteer waiver: WAIVER HERE

REGISTER for May 12 Volunteer Orientation

View Event →