Join us on the farm for an immersive summer camp experience.
Join us this summer for a one-of-a-kind farm experience at The Ecology Center’s Grow-Eat-Make Summer Camp. Designed for children ages 7-12, our immersive camp offers hands-on learning in regenerative farming, farm-to-table cooking, and nature-based creativity. Campers will explore environmental stewardship, teamwork, and the rhythms of farm life—all while having fun in our vibrant children’s garden and food forest.
Camp Activities
- Chicken Care: Feed the chickens, collect fresh eggs, and learn about the daily rhythms of farm life.
- Organic Farming: Get hands-on in our certified Regenerative Organic Farm, use real farm tools in the Market Garden, and discover the role of seasonal crops.
- Gardening Fun: Explore composting, harvest seasonal produce, and gather flowers from the garden.
- Culinary Creations: Pick fresh ingredients and cook delicious farm-to-table meals in our kitchen, sharing meals with fellow campers.
- Creative Arts & Play: Engage in music-making, games, and hands-on crafts that encourage creativity and teamwork.
- A Tree of Their Own: Every camper will adopt and care for their own small fruit tree throughout the week, learning how to nurture it before taking it home— a friend for life.
Grow-Eat-Make Camp counselors lead a group of campers, ages 7-12. This engaging experience will nurture a life-long appreciation of the outdoors, and help your child explore how people and the environment are connected.
Campers can sign up for one week or multiple weeks to build upon previous lessons and activities
Camp Details
Ages: 7-12 years old
Days: Monday – Friday
Time: 9 AM – 3 PM
Cost: $650 / week
(includes a farm-fresh lunch each day)
Location: The Ecology Center, 32701 Alipaz St, San Juan Capistrano, CA
Offered in both Spanish and English, our camps cater to the unique interests and needs of each age group, ensuring a personalized and enriching experience.
Camp Dates
Week 1: June 22 – June 26
Week 2: June 29 – July 3
Week 3: July 6 – July 10
Week 4: July 13 – July 17
Week 5: July 20 – July 24
Week 6: July 27 – July 31
Week 7: August 3 – August 7
Week 8: August 10 – August 14
TICKETS
Cancellation Policy:
Full refund for withdrawal up to 7 days before the program begins. We are unable to offer makeup classes or refunds for missed sessions. Tickets are not transferrable.
Our program is designed to proceed rain or shine, ensuring that participants can make the most of every session. In the event of extreme weather conditions, 24-48 hour advance notice by The Ecology Center will be provided in which case a refund will be issued, only for days deemed unsafe.
The Ecology Center is a place where education, adventure, and environmental stewardship meet, inviting children to grow with the rhythms of nature.