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Join us for summer 2025 at

Farm & Wilderness Camp

Nature, Community, Skill-Building

For over 40 years, Farm & Wilderness has partnered with the 1199 SEIU union via the Anne Shore Sleepaway Camp benefit, and we can't wait to welcome your child to Vermont!

Farm & Wilderness is a family of overnight summer camps where campers live close to nature and learn new skills such as canoeing, carpentry, caring for farm animals, building a fire, and more!

For Summer 2025, our session dates are:
Session 1: Wednesday, June 25 - Thursday, July 17
Session 2: Sunday, July 20 - Sunday, August 10

Transportation to and from Farm & Wilderness is included in your registration, and you're also welcome to drive them yourself! Our shuttle arrives and departs from the Damrosch Park Lincoln Center Bandshell on the North side of W 62nd St between Columbus & Amsterdam.

Use our camp selection tool below to learn which programs we have to offer your child:

WHICH F&W CAMP IS RIGHT FOR MY CHILD?

What We Offer

Nestled in the foothills of the Green Mountains, our programs encourages our youth to find their voice as they explore the wonders of nature while pushing through physical boundaries.

Campers will tap into curiosity, strength and resilience, all while connecting on a deeper level with new friends. Here are a few examples of our summer adventures:

Barns & Gardens

Help things grow: care for barn animals, learn about native plants, and eat farm-fresh veggies.

Rocks & Ropes

Reach new heights: knot tying, natural & man-made climbing sites, and exciting vertical challenges.

Work Projects

Build something new: safety skills, imaginative projects, and help keep camp fixed up.

Creative Arts

Leave a mark: pottery, painting, costume crafting, music, and more!

Outdoor Living Skills

Get wild: fire building, outdoor cooking, tree-felling, and other camping tips.

Waterfront

Make a splash: swimming, canoeing, kayaking and epic rope swings.

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Camping Trips

Explore new horizons: travel to nearby wilderness, put new skills to use, and sleep under the stars with friends.

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Community

Find belonging: self expression, cooperative environment, and new lasting friendships

Nourishing Kitchen

Fueled for fun: three meals & two snacks, familiar favorites & delicious new things to try, all locally sourced and made on-site.

Watch & Learn

Who We Are

See and hear what Farm & Wilderness means to our campers & staff.

Parent Tesimonial

Hear from 1199 member and Farm & Wilderness parent Glenda on why F&W is the place for her campers.

Living Simply

Finding comfort in new environments

Living close to the natural world is an unforgettable part of the camp experience. Campers live together in open three-sided wood cabins with individual bunks and storage for each camper.

There is no electricity or running water inside the cabins, though every single one has potable water spouts just a few steps away. Hot water is also available for showers!

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FAQs

Q: When does camp happen?

A: Here are the dates for our 2054 sessions:

Session 1: Wednesday, June 25 - Thursday, July 17

Session 2: Sunday, July 20 - Sunday, August 10

Q: Does F&W offer transportation?

A: Yes! Your registration automatically includes transportation to and from camp! Our chaperones will greet you and your camper near the Lincoln Center, and they'll enjoy a chartered bus ride up to the green mountains of Vermont. You're also very welcome to drive your child to camp yourself!

Q: I'm interested in registering! What now?

A: You will register for our camp through 1199, so no need to push our own big orange "register" button! Admissions is always available to answer any questions you may have at admissions@farmandwilderness.org or using the live chat option on this page!