Summer Saturday Tours!
A "unicorn activity", as there are very few non-profit equine sanctuaries in the country!
This is a hidden gem of the Catskills. These popular public tours are held every Summer Saturday at 11 am sharp, and last for about 90 minutes. Guests are invited on a guided tour of some of the areas of the Sanctuary, to view and meet some of the nearly 100 equines in residence. Your guide will share some stories about the horses and about the farm itself, a historic property. If you are already a ‘fan’ and have a favorite horse, please let your guide know, as there may be the opportunity to say hello and snap a photo together! This is a mid-level walking tour, and a great way to spend some time outdoors in the Catskills. It is hilly and does include some walking on inclines, so please be prepared. Guests who prefer a less strenuous visit may prefer to schedule a Private Tour (see here)
Please note; Covid safety guidelines remain in effect until further notice; guests are required to wear masks and keep socially distant. The tour is partly outdoors and partly in several very ‘open’ barns to allow distance while enjoying the horses. If guests have been running a fever prior to the tour, or knowlngly exposed to someone who is Covid positive, we ask you to refrain from coming to the sanctuary. The safety of our crew is critical to the safe operations of the sanctuary and care for the horses. Any guest who is concerned may choose to schedule a Private Tour! (see here)
There are no advance reservations or ticketing for the Public Tours; we do suggest a minimum $10 donation per person. As a non-profit surviving on the donations of private supporters, we appreciate your generosity! Here are some good guidelines to maximize your enjoyment;
Arrive by 10:45 am to complete the basic health form and release form, so the tour may begin on time
Parking available roadside, or in the semi-circle drive in front of the yellow barn
Guests gather at the Greeting Gazebo, roadside, where a Tour Assistant will be waiting
Masks must be worn by guests during the public tour, and social distancing is in effect
Wear good walking shoes (flip flops are not good walking shoes!)
Please feel free to bring your camera! Photos are welcome for private use only
No video or audio recording, please be ‘present' and enjoy the experience
Please leave pets at home
Gifts for the horses are welcome! However, there is no hand-feeding of the horses during public tours
Children must be supervised at all times; strollers are not conducive to this experience
Rosemary Farm Sanctuary is a strictly non-smoking facility. This includes chewing tobacco, vapor devices, etc
Tour group must remain together, or in the company of a Crew member, while on the property
Rosemary Farm Sanctuary reserves the right to refuse entry to any guest for any reason
Rosemary Farm Sanctuary supports the rights and safety of all humans, and will help to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment for all guests
The private home at the Sanctuary is not accessible to guests; please do not open gates to that yard, as the old rescue dog inside is not user friendly
The Guest House at the Sanctuary is not accessible as part of the tour, and may be occupied
A Guest Bathroom is available on premises, your Guide will show you where it is located!
Gift Shop pending!
Safety is of primary importance for our Guests and our Equines, following the Guide’s instructions will maximize everyone’s safety and enjoyment
Rosemary Farm Sanctuary is thrilled to renew Tours and looks forward to sharing the beauty of the horses who call this mountain ‘home’. We will see you soon!
1646 Roses Brook Road
South Kortright, NY 13842
604 - 538 - 1200