Soule: Party Animals on the Farm

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With the holidays upon us, the Scottish Highland cattle of Miles Smith Farm are ready to party if "party" means eating extra hay.

Once again, Rudolph the Red-Nosed ReinSteer (also known as Topper) will welcome farm guests this year. Last year, he tolerated his red-nose ornament and stood quietly for pictures. And, as long as carrots are involved, he'll fill the role again this year.

At this fun event, Curious Bleu, the riding steer, will once again let kids climb on his back and pose for photos. Eleanor the donkey, two sheep, and the goats will follow you around the barnyard begging for alfalfa cubes.

Emily, the calf looking for snuggles, will greet you, and Tazzy, the mini-pig, will grunt and complain until she gets a belly rub. There will also be calves to brush, and bunnies to cuddle. Maybelle the cow is expecting, so a new calf might join the party.

If this sounds like a good time, come to the farm on Saturday, Dec. 16, between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Admission is $20 for adults, children are free, and all proceeds will benefit the Learning Barn and its animals.

If you have any pumpkins, bring them along. The critters love them, and they also act as natural dewormers.

We'll have the firepits roaring to help keep your feet and fingers warm and carrots and alfalfa cubes to feed the animals.

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Carole Soule is co-owner of Miles Smith Farm in Loudon, where she sells beef and other local products. She can be reached at carole@soulecoaching.com.