Oxon Cove Park and Oxon Hill Farm
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Because visitor safety is important to us,
we ask that you do not feed the animals or climb on fences. If
you have a question about an animal, park rangers and volunteers will be happy
to answer it for you.
"Horseshoes are not hats" is a strange expression but think about it. A horseshoe is as large as a toddler's head, and a kicking house can hit with a force hard enough to break ribs or crack a child's skull. Always supervise your children and be cautious around farm animals. Hazards on a farm are different from those in a city, but they can be just as painful and dangerous. To protect the farm and to help make your visit safe, please observe these regulations. Animals can be frightened if someone yells or pokes at them. They may defend themselves by kicking, biting, shoving with their heads, or stepping on you. Always move slowly with no loud noises. Stay out of the animals' stalls and pens. Never walk behind or under a hoofed animal. Do not feed the animals. Keep your hands away from their mouths, they can and will bite. A finger and a carrot feel the same to an animal that can not see what is going in it's mouth! And belive me, they do bite. Do not touch any animal unless one of the farmers is with you and gives you permission. When petting an animal, keep your fingers together and out stretched, and hold the palm of your hand flat. Farms are dusty and contain sloppy things to step in. Wear old clothes and sturdy shoes. Bring work gloves if you plan to help in the garden or barnyard. Do not climb on any machinery. Stay back from moving wagons and tractors. They are heavy, cannot stop quickly, and may have sharp moving parts. To avoid cuts and splinters, do not touch barbed wire or wooden structures. Please do not climb on fences. Please supervise your children at all times. Pets are not allowed. Because the risk of fire on a farm is high, smoking is prohibited. Vehicles are not allowed beyond the main gate or in the pasture or cove. Ask permission before picking any fruits, flowers, or vegetables. All the plants and wildlife are protected by federal law, and they are an important part of the farm's ecological balance. So that other visitors may enjoy them, please do not disturb or harm them. Thank you! For more information on things you should know about your visit, click here
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