Scroll below to learn more about each camp we will be offering this summer.

Please note the following on COVID-19:

With our updated covid-19 regulations each camp has the capacity for 16 campers, 2 camp counselors, 1 CIT and 1 Intern. Masks are required for all campers and staff while on the property with the exception of eating lunch and phsyical activity in which case social distancing practicing will be practiced. A pre-screening process is required at drop off each morning and a similar process is implemented for staff. Please read through our Covid-19 Camp Guidelines for more details. If you have any questions or concerns email mariah@fairviewgardens.org. Full COVID-19 Camp Guidelines will be posted March 8th.

Refund Policy

A request for a full refund can be accepted up to 30 days prior to the start date to your program. Any request made after that, can be applied as a credit to your account to use within 12 months from the date of issue. 

Due to the increased costs of programs as a result of COVID-19, we cannot offer a refund should your program be canceled due to a high risk exposure resulting in closure. Additionally, if a child becomes ill, or someone in the immediate family is showing symptoms of COVID-19 and the risk is deemed too great for the child's return to the program, we cannot offer a refund. A credit for the balance of the days unused can be maintained for up to one year for future programs. We thank you for your understanding in this matter.

Sibling Discount

A sibling discount of $25 is automatically applied on your second child's registration at check out. 

Order a camp shirt by May 20th to ensure your camper has their shirt by the first day of camp!

This half day camp is geared for our youngest nature enthusiasts! Spend time outdoors on an organic farm this summer. Throughout the week campers will dive into nature, visit with our farm animals, learn how and where their fruits and veggies come from, sing songs and play together!

Traditional Farm Camp is for campers that love spending time outdoors and want to experience what it's like to be on an organic farm! Throughout the week campers will help maintain and care for our children's garden and farm animals, partake in cooking projects, hands on science experiments, arts & crafts, sing songs and play games together!

Specialty Camps are for our campers who are interested in diving deeper into learning and exploring more about a specific skill, topic or activity. These camps are grade specific and only offered during select weeks. Due to the level of curriculum in our Specialty Camps, we will not be permitting younger campers to join camps created for older grades. 

Times

9:00am - 3:00pm

*see Individual Camp Details for Dates

Grades

 Entering 1st - 2nd

Entering 3rd - 5th

Whether campers are watching birds of prey soar above the fields or learning how to use binoculars to observe song birds flitting through the trees, there will be endless opportunities to learn all about the wonderful world of birds. Learn and practice naturalist skills while getting to know our beloved community of winged friends during this fun filled week on the farm.

Week 1

June 14 - June 16

Entering Grades

3rd - 5th

Cost

$315

Dive into the world of Fiber Arts! This camp is designed for our enthusiasitc nature artists. They will spend the week learning about natural dyes, discovering different textiles within our environment and explore the fundamentals of weaving. Campers will also care for Marilyn, the alpaca, and learn the basics of working with wool fibers.

Week 2

June 21 - June 25

Entering Grades

3rd-5th

Cost

$315

*NEW* Overnight Farm Camp

Deepen your connection to nature while gaining important skills and knowledge. Learning basic wilderness survival skills is fun and informative whether you're building a debris shelter or learning how to identify wild edible and medicinal plants. After spending the first half of the week building confidence and excitement about being out in nature, campers will set up their own tents and spend the night on the Farm where they will test their newly aquired outdoor skills! Thursday night dinner and Friday morning breakfast are included with camp. Camp ends Friday, July 2nd is at 11:30am. Campers are required to provide their own camping equipment for the night (i.e. tents, sleeping bags, pillows). For more information please email education@fairviewgardens.org.

Week 3

June 28 - July 2

Entering Grades

3rd - 5th

Cost

$350

Become a food adventurer during the week of Little Chefs camp! There will be endless opportunities to try new things, making simple snacks from the garden, and taste yummy fruits and vegetables. 

Week 4

July 12 - July 16

Entering Grades

1st - 2nd

Cost

$315

Hop, fly, and flutter around the farm observing and learning all about the fantastic flora and fauna that live here. Participants will have a chance to see pollinators at work and bugs on the move all while learning about how important they are to our world.  We’ll even help these friends out by improving insect habitats throughout the week while learning all about our farm ecosystem!

Week 5

July 19 - July 23

Entering Grades

1st - 2nd

Cost

$315

Utilizing fresh fruits and vegetables from the farm, campers will discover the scientific processes involved in cooking and baking. The kitchen is the perfect place to see science concepts come to life and to experience the joy of preparing our own snacks and meals.

Week 6

July 26 - July 30

Entering Grades

3rd - 5th

Cost

$315

Experience the magic that exists throughout the farm! Campers will get to spend the week immersed in a world of creative play and imagination. Frolic through the enchanted gardens, create tiny dwellings for our fairy and gnome friends, and help take care of the natural world they live in.

Week 5

August 2 - August 6

Entering Grades

1st - 2nd

Cost

$315

Want to learn what being a summer camp counselor is all about? We'll teach you the leadership skills needed to be the best outdoor farm counselor you can be! CIT's will go through a pre-summer camp training day where they will learn the ins and outs of how summer camp runs, learn how to lead team buildling games, sing classic camp songs and help our summer camp team get the farm ready for campers! During their registered CIT week, they will apply what they learned during training and gain first hand leadership experience.