Snipes Farm Day Camp
Registration is now OPEN!
CAMP LEADERSHIP PROGRAM for Youth ages 13-15
The Camp Leadership Program (CLP) combines service, leadership development, skill building, adventure, and fun! The program is hands-on with 80 acres of a working farm with woods, creeks, fields, and gardens to explore. Citizen science and camp service projects give CLP's special learning opportunities and responsibilities. Archery challenges all to be their best whether novice or experienced and team building brings everyone together. They harvest fresh ingredients for a culinary arts class and use a variety of mediums for visual arts. Time with animals is a part of every day. CLP's learn about food firsthand through gardening, cooking and projects with farmers. There is a weekly field trip for off-farm adventures. CLPs are big brothers and sisters to the youngest campers during community care (chore) times and for story reading.
Good health in the community is maintained with caring vigilance of families and a nurse on staff and through the guidance of the CDC, county and state health guidelines with safety as our priority. Social and emotional wellness are cultivated with the support of a social worker and as everyone contributes to a positive community of friends. Two fresh homemade snacks are provided daily and CLPs help to make and serve them several times a week. Exercise comes naturally when exploring the farm and through big group games. The beauty of the farm and camp activities use all of the senses with nature as our teacher cultivating imagination and joy.
The Program Includes:
- Daily Team Building
- Exploring the woods, fields, creeks and gardens
- Leadership training
- Culinary arts
- Visual arts
- Conflict resolution skills
- Camp and farm community service projects: animal care, mural painting, garden planting, trail maintenance
- Weekly field trips take CLPs for adventures in the region. These have included: canoeing and kayaking, rock climbing, museums, The Trenton Circus Squad, Camden Aquarium and Treetops Adventures.
Wild About Animals June 23-27
CLPs will lend a hand with special animal care projects. Help with an inventory wild animals, small and big who live at the farm. Let’s learn about the life of a veterinarian and animal rescue.
Caretakers of the Earth June 30-July 4
Every creature on Earth has a role no matter how big or small that helps to support life everywhere. Care of Earth is in our hands and begins right where we are. We will care for the animals at the farm, our garden, help the farmers and with land care projects.We’ll compost our leftovers and wonder about our carbon footprint. We’ll explore the energy and water that we use and learn about the small things we can do that can make a big difference on the farm where we live, in our community and the world. Caretaking is fun when we do it together!
Gorgeous Growing Gardens July 7-11
Veggies, herbs and flowers grow all over the farm-let’s explore them with all of our senses! Let’s learn about herbs for cooking and wellness. Learn about flower power of colors and scents and make the connection to amazing pollinators! We’ll watch busy butterflies and bees doing their work and take home a plant to grow at home!
The Chicken or the Egg July 14-18
Which came first? Let’s try to solve the riddle as we get to know the lovely chickens at Snipes Farm. These special birds make one of the most important and common foods in our every day. How do they do this? Let’s enjoy art, science, egg recipes, games, songs, and dances all about chickens and eggs! ((We may only be observing but not handling hens this summer, but will still have lots to learn and enjoy!)
Pickles, Jams and Cheese, Oh My! July 21-25
Travel back in time and discover the fascinating history of food preservation! Harvest fresh ingredients, then dive into ancient techniques like canning, dehydrating, and fermenting. Join us for a week of delicious fun, where you’ll make and taste both timeless recipes and modern twists on classic methods. It’s a feast for your taste buds—and your curiosity!
Around the World July 28-Aug 1
We’re connected to the world around us in so many ways—like when a migrating bird finds a snack on the farm, or when raindrops fall from clouds that have traveled everywhere! Let’s savor the flavors of far-off places, like bananas, chocolate, vanilla, and cinnamon (and more!). We’ll learn about animal and people globetrotters!
STEM Adventures on the Farm Aug 4-8
Let’s dive into the wonders of farm life through science! Ever wondered what makes the weather tick? Let’s build some cool gauges to measure it! Curious about what makes a cake rise? It’s chemistry in the kitchen! How does a bird take off in flight? That’s aerodynamics at work! Science is everywhere on the farm, and we’ll uncover its secrets together as we explore, experiment, and have fun making discoveries!
Food is Amazing Aug 11-15
Join us for an exciting journey through the life of food, from seed to harvest! Meet the farmers, get your hands dirty, and pitch in on fun projects around the farm. Discover how seeds, soil, seasons, insects, and tools all come together to grow the food that nourishes us. We’ll wrap up the week with our traditional Farm Olympics, a fun, community-building celebration of everything we've learned together!
For more information contact:
Melanie Douty-Snipes
215-295-1139 Ext. 105
melanieds@snipesfarm.org
