Thies Farms: A Passion for Animal Care
Our Educational Mission
At Thies Farms, we focus our energy on teaching the community about animal husbandry, feeding, and breeding. Unlike traditional industrial farms, our only crop work involves bailing hay specifically to provide high-quality nourishment for our livestock. We prioritize the health and life cycles of our animals above all else, ensuring that every visitor learns the importance of compassionate care.
Farm Life and Fruit
While our main focus is always our animals, Thies Farms also features seasonal pumpkins and beautiful fruit trees for our guests to enjoy. We are a family operation committed to sharing the joy of the farm through hands-on education. By focusing on breeding and feeding practices, we help the next generation connect deeply with nature and the animals that sustain us.
As a dedicated family-run farm, our heart lies in the well-being of our animals. We believe that true agricultural education begins with understanding the creatures that call our land home.
The Heart of Thies Farms: Meet Our Animal Partners
Agricultural education is most impactful when it's interactive. Our animals are more than just residents; they are the core of our teaching programs, helping visitors understand the vital connection between livestock care and productive farming efficiency.
Gentle Dairy Teachers
Join our morning dairy observations to learn about modern milk production and livestock sustainable health management.
Equine Heritage
Explore the history of equine power in agriculture and the gentle nature of these farm staples in our daily safety workshops.
The Flock Dynamics
A deep dive into egg production cycles and the vital role of poultry in organic soil fertilization and pest control.
Intelligent Foraging
Discover the high level of intelligence in swine and how their natural rooting behaviors assist us in waste management.
The Agile Herd
Interactive grazing demonstrations teaching the principles of effective brush management and animal browsing habits.
Sustainable Pond Fishing
Discover the serenity of our farm ponds while learning sustainable catch-and-release fishing. Our workshops educate visitors on aquatic ecosystems and the recreational joys of our local waters.