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Scenic views of rolling Grassland s, Grazing Livestock , ancient Stone Wall s, Tree -lined Carriage paths, and historic farm buildings are all part of the Agricultural legacy. The farm's 133-acre ''Great Pasture'' supports one of the largest populations of rare grassland Birds in Massachusetts. Today, TTOR is continuing the farm's progressive agricultural traditions, preserving the property's landscape and farm buildings, and enhancing the ecological values of its Woodland s, Wetland s, and Fields . Operations include a community-supported farming, a retail feed and Mulch Hay ing operation, and Dairy programs. Livestock includes White Park (a rare and ancient breed of Cattle ) and Jersey Cow s. VISITOR INFORMATION Appleton has six miles of Footpath s, Bridle paths, and easily-walked farm roads, some of which are part of the ''Bay Circuit Trail''. Visitors are asked to stay on marked paths and roads, observing which are for Pedestrian s and which for Equestrians . Interpretive tours and programs for families and adults are offered throughout the year. Printed trail maps, when available, are distributed free from bulletin boards in parking areas. One may also download a PDF trail map ( ''click here'' ). REFERENCES |
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