Farm Camp FAQ
When does registration open?
Registration for Farm Camp 2025 will open on Sunday, February 9th at 3:00pm ET. There will be a link on the summer camp home page that links you to the registration site.
What are the dates / times for camp?
We offer nine total weeks of summer camp in the 2025 season. Each session is one week long (M-F) from 9am – 1pm. Sessions will be held in June, July, and August.
WEEK 1 : June 9 - 13
WEEK 2 : June 16 - 20
WEEK 3 : June 23 - 27
WEEK 4 : June 30 - July 4th
WEEK 5 : July 7 - 11
WEEK 6 : July 14 - 18
WEEK 7 : July 28 - Aug 1
WEEK 8 : Aug 4 - 8
WEEK 9 : Aug 11- 15
What are the age ranges for camp?
We offer camp for ages 3yo – 12 yo. Camp groups are divided into teams based on ages (3-4yo, 5-7yo, 8-10yo, 11-12yo). Campers stick with their group and counselors all week.
The 11-12 year old team will have an advanced curriculum on rotating topics. Themes for each week are listed by the dates. Please note sessions for 11-12 year olds are only held on Weeks 1-4. Subject matter experts will lead related activities for an even richer experience for this age group.
All other age ranges will participate in our traditional camp activities each week for a well rounded, unforgettable farm camp experience.
I have a 3 year old who is not potty trained, can he come?
No - campers must be potty-trained in order to attend camp.
Do campers eat lunch there?
Yes! We have designated lunch and snack times built into the daily schedule. Campers are required to bring their own lunch and snack to camp.
My kids have a lot of allergies - is this the right camp for them?
The best determinate will be you, the parent/guardian.
Campers are outside for the entirety of camp and come in close contact with animals, a variety of animal feeds that contain grains, and may or may not be produced in factories with nuts. Grasses, pollen, poison ivy, ants, bees, wasps are also in the outside environment and while we try our best to avoid certain dangers, the risks remain. Each group leader carries a first aid kit, a registered nurse is on staff who can administer medications in the case of an emergency.
We’ve had a variety of campers with allergies join us and enjoy their time at camp. But you as the parent are the best determinate. It is important that YOU feel comfortable while your camper is here. If you have specific questions regarding your child’s health, please contact us to discuss.
My kids are very attached to each other – can they be in the same group even if they are different ages?
We require that campers are registered in the group that matches their age during that camp session. We are happy to make adjustments during camp on a case-by-case basis should you think it is best for your child’s needs. However, in our experience most campers thrive when they can have time to independently develop relationships with their peers.
What if I need to cancel my spot?
We require a 50% non-refundable deposit at time of registration. However, you have a 24-window from the time of your registration for a full refund. After the 24 hour mark, the non-refundable deposit is in place. Camp must be paid in full within 30 days of the first day of your camp session. The card used at time of registration will automatically be charged for any remaining balance 30 days prior to the start date of your camp session. You have the option of paying down any balance via the Registrant Account Center between time of registration and the 30 day mark. Any balance not paid 30 days prior to the start date of the camp session could result in cancellation of enrollment.
Should you need to cancel for any reason prior to 30 days of your camp session, you will receive a refund less the 50% nonrefundable deposit. Cancellations within 30 days of the start of your camp session are not eligible for a refund.
If you opt-in to the Purchase Protection program at time of registration : your registration purchase is 100% refundable should you be prevented from attending due to unforeseen circumstances. Please note this is a separate service offered by Purchase Protection LLC, and is not connected to the Hunter Farm. Questions regarding this program should be directed to Purchase Protection LLC.
Do you offer payment installations for registration fees?
Yes! At checkout, you will have the option to pay in full or pay the 50% non-refundable deposit. Camp must be paid in full within 30 days of the first day of your camp session. The card used at time of registration will automatically be charged for any remaining balance 30 days prior to the start date of your camp session. You have the option of paying down any balance via the Registrant Account Center between between time of registration and the 30 day mark.
Oh no, camp filled up! Is there a waitlist?
Yes! We have a “living waitlist” for each camp session and age group. If a camp session is full, you have the option of signing up for the waitlist. Should spaces open in that session due to cancellations, the waitlist will move in chronological order according to the timestamp within the registration system. Should a spot open in the requested age group, you will be contacted via email by our team with an opportunity to snag the opening (we recommend adding howdy@thehunterfarm.com to your contacts to ensure receipt).
You must confirm within 24 hours of the email being sent in order to secure your spot. Deposit is required at time of registration.
If we do not receive written confirmation within the 24 window we will move on to the next family in line.
I have multiple children I would like to sign up – how do I do that?
You will be able to add information for multiple children and checkout in one transaction. A tutorial video will be available soon.
An important note about checkout : to confirm your registration, you must complete the checkout process for sessions marked as “open weeks” only. If you add a waitlisted week to your cart along with an open week, your entire transaction will be placed on the waitlist. After successfully registering for open weeks, you can return to add yourself to waitlisted weeks.
Do you offer sibling discounts?
Yes! We have a tiered discount in place. If you register two children, you receive $20 off the total cost of camp, for 3 children you recieve $30 the total cost of camp, for 4 children you receive $40 off the total cost of camp. The system will automatically add the discounts to your cart that apply.
Is there a specific dress code or uniform for campers?
Sort of. Included in the cost of registration is a camper T-shirt that is color-coded to their age group/team. For safety purposes, we require that campers wear their camp shirt each day. Closer to the summer session, we will send an email to registrants with camp specifics including our recommendations how to best dress for the environment.
What do campers do while they are there?
We live by the motto: “if you’re not dirty, you’re not having fun!”. Alongside their peers, campers will : learn about and care for our many farm animals; interact with nature; try their hand at gardening; explore their creativity through arts and crafts; and develop sportsmanship through friendly team competitions.
My child is very attached to me, can I stay at camp?
No - our camp is drop-off only. We have a very high counselor to camper ratio, so campers will receive lots of supervision and positive attention! In our experience, the first few minutes on the first day of camp can feel the most challenging for campers and parents who are not used to being separated. Once the day gets started, campers have so much fun they hardly look back!
I have an 11 year old – will he have fun?
We are excited to host our oldest group - the 11-12 year olds - for our themed curriculum. Camp sessions for 11-12 year olds will be available during Weeks 1-4 only.
Each week will have a concentration on a particular topic (ex. Equine care, Woodworking, etc.) Campers in this age group will still have exposure to the other areas of camp like general animal care and gardening, but will focus most of their time during the week on the specific area of concentration. Campers will learn new skills from subject-matter experts, complete a related project as a group, and have a special take-home related to their concentration.
When registering, please take care to select a week that jives with your child’s interests. Please note: the 11-12 group is available during Weeks 1-4 only. If you have multiple children in different age groups, only the 11-12 group will have a specific concentration. Younger groups will have the traditional format of camp.
Can you accommodate special needs children?
We are happy to work with you to determine if our camp style and set-up is a good fit for your special needs child. Depending on the case, your child may have a medical support person who would be permitted to attend camp with your child, for example. We are proud to be an inclusive space where we have seen so many children thrive. The safety of your camper is paramount. Please contact us to discuss specifics of your child’s needs.
Do you allow carpool pickup?
Yes – once registered, you will be able to input members of your carpool who are permitted to pick up your camper.
Last updated 01/31/25, 8:42pm ET