The primary purpose of Deer Hollow Farm is to serve as an educational center where school classes, community groups and families can observe, explore and participate in a family farm. The programs at Deer Hollow Farm are designed to help the participants experience farm and wilderness life and Native American history within today's urban world and to learn to treat fellow creatures in a more responsible way. During the school year, over 4,000 students from schools in the area visit the farm through programs organized by the City of Mountain View Recreation Division. During the summer, an additional 400 children participate in weeklong day camp sessions June through August. Campers enjoy the farm animals, garden, hikes in the preserve, crafts and games.
Older campers have the privilege of an overnight at the farm.
Volunteers, Docents and Interns Volunteers and Docents are a very special part of Deer Hollow Farm and help in all aspects of our program including classes, garden, farm maintenance and livestock care. Our trained Docents are invaluable to us and work as guides with the children visiting during the school year. Each fall, a special Docent Training is given at the Farm. Weekend Docents spend one day per month educating visitors about the Farm.