Summer Camp
Ages 3+
Our 6-Week Wild Hooves Wilderness Adventure Summer Camp is an agriculturally based program for children age 3+ designed to build an appreciation for the natural world around us, and its creatures. Each week has a special theme, and for our horse-lovers, horseback riding will be a part of camp nearly every day, weather permitting. When the summer heat kicks in, water play is added to the fun—so don’t forget your swimsuits!
NEW THIS YEAR: MONTHLY INSTALLMENT AGREEMENTS! THE EARLIER YOU REGISTER, THE SMALLER YOUR INSTALLMENT AGREEMENTS!
FIRST WEEK PRICING ENDS 1/19:
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Choose your favorite theme weeks below and register!
Week 1: Equine Explorers Week - June 23 - 27, 2025
Campers will discover the wonderful world of horses! In the beginning of the week have fun grooming, and braiding a variety of ponies and horses. Mid-week we will learn about tack and equipment, basic movement, and styles of riding, and routine care for equines. As the week moves on, we will learn basic horse handling skills, the importance of balance and exercise to equine anatomy and even try out a mock show. Each day we will mount and learn to ride. While on horseback we will play games and learn skills congruent with each participants’ individual skill levels. Toward the end of the week, campers will enjoy a pony painting party and parade, followed by a pony bathing party! Our younger campers will create and bring home their own hobby horses. This week is all ages and beginner friendly!
Week 2: Goats & Gallops Week - July 14-18, 2025
Get ready for an amazing week with our adorable goat crew! While campers continue their daily horseback adventures, they'll also become goat experts and dairy gurus. They'll learn about goat breeds and meet some of our herd (each with their own silly personalities), learn the art of goat milking, and transform fresh goat's milk into delicious ice cream and cheese - yes, they'll make their very own treats! The highlight? Lots of cuddle time with our super-cute baby goats, where campers will get to be "goat parents" and help bottle-feed these tiny bundles of joy. From making goat milk ice cream to discovering why goats are such amazing farm friends, this week is packed with hands-on fun that'll have campers grinning from ear to ear!
Week 3: Wilderness Warriors Week - July 21-25, 2025
Calling all wilderness explorers who want to build wilderness survival and bushcraft skills! Get ready for an epic adventure where campers become forest-savvy superheroes while still enjoying horseback riding almost every day. They'll learn amazing age-appropriate outdoor skills like building their own survival shelter (like a real-life fort!), discovering which plants are safe to eat, and creating their very own bow and arrow from nature's treasures. Our young adventurers will learn wilderness first aid, hike through forest trails, and learn how to stay safe in the great outdoors. Plus, they'll put their new skills to the test with exciting forest challenges and scavenger hunts. This week focuses on resourcefulness and confidence, using nature as the ultimate playground. Perfect for curious explorers who want to learn outdoor skills while having plenty of fun in the forest.
Week 4: Equine Expeditions Week - July 28 - August 1, 2025
Get ready to become a real horse expert! Ever wonder how to take care of a horse's sore hoof, or what's inside a vet's medical kit? This week, campers will learn all the cool secrets of horse care - from watching a real horse get horse trims and shoes, to learning preventative first aid methods. The fun doesn't stop there - they'll get to design and ride through their own obstacle course (like a mini horse playground!), explore exciting trail paths through the woods, and learn awesome new riding skills. Plus, campers will become best friends with our horses through special ground exercises and fun riding games. Whether your child is just starting out or has been riding for years, this week is packed with amazing horse adventures that will take their skills to the next level!
Week 5: Wild Wizardry Week - August 4-8, 2025
Saddle up for a week of woodland wizardry and nature artistry! Campers will transform into woodland wizards and kitchen witches while enjoying their daily horse adventures. They'll craft their own magical gear – from cloaks to hats – and discover their perfect wand hidden in nature's treasures. Our young magic-makers will brew colorful potions using natural dyes, hunt for fairy treasures in secret forest spots, and build cozy fairy houses for their mystical forest friends. The enchantment continues as they create flower-printed artwork and shirts, mix magical healing balms, and special forest teas fit for a wizard's feast! Even the horse riding becomes magical, as campers learn to ride like knights and forest guardians. Get ready for a spellbinding week where every day brings new magical discoveries!
Week 6: Taste of the Wild - August 11-15, 2025
Get ready for a wild Garden-to-Table culinary adventure! Between horseback rides, our young chefs will transform into garden explorers and forest foragers, discovering nature's hidden treats. Campers will learn the thrilling art of cooking over an open fire (if the weather cooperates), create their own custom garden-to-popsicle, or blend fresh-picked smoothies. They'll become plant detectives, learning which wild edibles are safe to eat, and craft beautiful (and delicious!) bouquets with fresh herbs from our garden. Special missions may include making lemonade with foraged add-ins, starting a mini microgreen garden, and participating in exciting taste tests of wild and wonderful flavors. It's like a cooking show meets wilderness adventure - all between riding lessons!
Wildwood Farm & Forest School’s summer camps are the perfect blend of fun, education, and adventure. Each week includes horseback riding Tuesday - Friday, hands-on learning activities, and outdoor exploration. Activities may be adjusted based on weather conditions and group dynamics to ensure the best possible experience for all participants. Sign up for one week—or all of them—and help your child make lifelong memories!
Program Schedule
We begin our day with barn chores, break for snack, and then divide the remainder of our day into two segments of hands-on learning, with a lunch recess in the middle. During lunch break, campers are encouraged to utilize their free time by enjoying the swings, animals, and the serene setting of Wildwood Acres. They may choose to continue work on a craft, or to bond with other campers more leisurely: cooling off in the shade, playing tag, or other unstructured activities. They are always supervised by staff during this time, but we find that allowing some unstructured time in the day allows for blossoming of positive self-image, and benevolent social dynamics within the group.
Summer camp day schedule:
9:00: drop off
9:30: snack
10:00: animal care
11:00: theme activity
12:00: lunch + pre-school pick-up
1:00: tack up
1:30: ride time/activity
3:00: day ends
Aftercare Program
Our program runs Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 3:00pm. We understand that many caregivers have work commitments that extend beyond our standard program hours. To accommodate diverse schedules, we are pleased to offer a convenient aftercare program for students of all ages.
The aftercare program provides two flexible pick-up times: 4:00pm and 5:00pm. This allows caregivers to choose the option that best suits their work schedule and family needs. During the aftercare hours, students engage in a variety of supervised activities, including outdoor play, arts and crafts, and quiet reading time.
The cost for the aftercare program is $10 per hour, per day. The aftercare program is billed separately from regular camp fees.
Our experienced staff members are dedicated to providing attentive care and ensuring that each child feels safe, supported, and engaged until they are picked up by their authorized guardian. If you have any questions about our aftercare program or would like to enroll your child, please select this option during registration.
