Utah State University Extension sponsors Baby Animal Adventures on Friday, April 25, and Saturday, April 26, at the USU Bastian Agricultural Center (BAC) in South Jordan.
Featured animals include sheep, goats, pigs, alpacas, ducks, chicks, rabbits, calves, and more.
In addition to baby animals will be variety of outdoor activities, including bounce houses, a tractor cart pull, face painting, a corn pit, burlap sack races, yard games, and food trucks. There will also be a 4-H educational booth there for youth.
Danika Johnson, BAC event manager, said with the animals, tasty food, and fun activities for all ages, it’s the perfect way for families to spend a day together.
“Those who visit will have a chance to pet, feed, and even hold some of the animals,” she said. “Our staff will be on hand to ensure that it is a fun, engaging, and educational experience for all. We can’t wait to share the magic with our community,”
Josh Dallin, BAC executive director, said Baby Animal Adventures is a unique opportunity for families to experience agriculture up close.
“This event helps us fulfill our center’s mission by providing hands-on, experiential learning that brings agricultural education to life in a fun and memorable way,” he said.
Baby Animal Adventures will be held from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. both days at the BAC, 2100 W. 11400 S., South Jordan. Tickets are $14 for those 17 and over; $7 for youth ages 3 to 16, and free for children 0 to 2 years old. To reserve tickets, visit the BAC website.