Junior Farmers: July 1-5 (No camp July 4)

Ages 4-9

This week we will get into the fields and do what the farmers do. From starting seedlings, to watering, to composting, to harvesting--we will do it all! We will learn how to preserve and prepare our harvests, visit the barn animals, and learn how farmers take care of animals.

Creatures at Common Ground: July 8-12

Ages 4-9

Let’s find out who lives at Common Ground Farm! We’ll be investigating the pond, the soil, the pasture, the trees and the barn as we learn all about how all the lives at the farm are connected. Expect a mix of art, science, games and projects as we develop a deeper understanding of our farm’s ecosystems.

STEM on the Farm: July 15-19

Ages 4-9

Get ready to explore the farm through the eye of a scientist! We’ll be experimenting, inventing, exploring and discovering as we dig into soil science, ecology, biology and chemistry. This will be a week of all things bubbling, fizzing and mess-making!

Flora on the Farm: July 22-26

Ages 4-9

This week is an exploration of everything green at the farm, from the leaves to the roots, down to the soil, fungi and insects that support the lives of plants. We will be exploring and experimenting, hiking and hunting down invasive species. Expect a mix of art, science, games and projects as we develop a deeper understanding of our farm’s ecosystems.

Nature Art & Design on the Farm: August 5-9

Ages 4-12

This week we will draw inspiration from the beauty of the farm and the natural world around us. We will learn a variety of ways to express ourselves, using found natural materials, recycled materials, drawing, painting, sculpture, and more!