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F&W Community Summer Events

Summer 2025

Let's Get Together!

Join us at in person events

Hey, friends!  We are using this page to let everyone know what's going on this summer.

By everyone we mean local and visiting camp families and alums, neighbors, supporters of Farm & Wilderness Conservation, and farm-curious and camp-curious folks.  If you have any questions, please reach out to events@farmandwilderness.org or tulio@farmandwilderness.org  

 

Thursday June 26th

F&W 5K Run

Join Tulio for a run from the F&W Barn Day Camp parking lot around the lake, plus a bit extra to make it to 5K. Meet at the Barn Day Camp parking lot at 9am.

July 1st - August 1st

Camp Tours

Camp Tours of our family of Farm & Wilderness camps.  More details and sign up on our Camp Tours Page.

TBD (Week of June 30- July 4)

Tubing on The White River

Join Polly Williams for another  relaxing float down the White River with Vermont River Tubing   Email Polly for group reservation: polly@farmandwilderness.org
Leave from Barn Day Camp Parking lot at 9:15am after drop-off.  This is a weather dependent event - we'll update this calendar June 30th. You will need: lunch, beverages of your choice, drybag for keys and food, river shoes, 20$ cash.   
 

Tuesday July 1st, 4:30-5:00

Family Open Waterfront at the BDC

Family swim time, lifeguarded by Sam Green at the Barn Day Camp Waterfront from 4:30-5:30. Pack your suit and towel and experience the same lake your kids are enjoying! Weather  dependent.  Number of swimmers and/or swim zones may be limited by lifeguard coverage.  You may wish to picnic on the lawn afterwards.  

Thursday July 3rd

F&W 5K Run

Join Tulio for a run from the F&W Barn Day Camp parking lot around the lake, plus a bit extra to make it to 5K. Meet at the Barn Day Camp parking lot at 9am.

Monday July 7th 9:30am

Hike to Peggy's Wetland

Join Elisabeth Rondinone and leaders from the Tamarack Farm Conservation Immersion as we hike to the site of our current dam removal and wetland restoration project. The hike is moderately steep with no switch backs. Terrain is not difficult. Short but steady climb.  Come prepared with hats, long sleeves and pants, and bug repellent if you wish. Please also bring plenty of water and snacks.
No pets. Meet at the Barn Day Camp parking lot. 
 
Please email conservation@farmandwilderness.org to confirm you'll be joining us! 
 

Monday July 7th, 4:30-5:00PM

Open Swim at The Barn Day Camp

Family swim time, lifeguarded by Sam Green at the Barn Day Camp Waterfront from 4:30-5:30. Pack your suit and towel and experience the same lake your kids are enjoying! Weather  dependent.  Number of swimmers and/or swim zones may be limited by lifeguard coverage.  You may wish to picnic on the lawn afterwards.  

Thursday July 10th

F&W 5K Run

Join Tulio for a run from the F&W Barn Day Camp parking lot around the lake, plus a bit extra to make it to 5K. Meet at the Barn Day Camp parking lot at 9am.

TBD (Week of July 14th-17th)

Tubing on The White River

Join Polly Williams for another  relaxing float down the White River with Vermont River Tubing   Email Polly for group reservation: polly@farmandwilderness.org
Leave from Barn Day Camp Parking lot at 9:15am after drop-off.  This is a weather dependent event - we'll update this calendar June 30th. You will need: lunch, beverages of your choice, drybag for keys and food, river shoes, 20$ cash.   
 

TBD - Volunteer to Lead!

Hike White Rocks

We're looking for a hiker to lead BDC Parents for a hike up to White Rocks in Wallingford VT, on the Vermont Long Trail and about 40 minutes from camp .   Meet at the Barn Day Camp parking lot after drop-off.  

Friday July 18th

F&W 5K Run

Join Tulio for a run from the F&W Barn Day Camp parking lot around the lake, plus a bit extra to make it to 5K. Meet at the Barn Day Camp parking lot at 9am.

Saturday July 19th

Community Paddle and Dragonfly Survey

Join Farm & Wilderness Conservation and the Black River Action Team in partnership with the Ottauquechee Natural Resource Conservation District for a group paddle on Woodward Reservoir in Plymouth, VT. We will explore the reservoir, observe and identify aquatic plants, and participate in a dragonfly survey.

Pre-registration required, click here to register and learn more! 

Questions? email conservation@farmandwilderness.org

Monday July 21st, 4:30-5:00PM

Open Swim at The Barn Day Camp

Family swim time, lifeguarded by Sam Green at the Barn Day Camp Waterfront from 4:30-5:30. Pack your suit and towel and experience the same lake your kids are enjoying! Weather  dependent.  Number of swimmers and/or swim zones may be limited by lifeguard coverage.  You may wish to picnic on the lawn afterwards.  

Thursday July 24th

F&W 5K Run

Join Tulio for a run from the F&W Barn Day Camp parking lot around the lake, plus a bit extra to make it to 5K. Meet at the Barn Day Camp parking lot at 9am.

TBD (Week of July 28th - Aug 1st)

Tubing on The White River

Join Polly Williams for a relaxing float down the White River with Vermont River Tubing   Email Polly for group reservation: polly@farmandwilderness.org
Leave from Barn Day Camp Parking lot at 9:15am after drop-off.  Weather dependent - we'll update calendar on July 28th.  You will need: lunch, beverages of your choice, drybag for keys and food, river shoes, 20$ cash.   

Tuesday July 29th, 4:30-5:00PM

Open Swim at The Barn Day Camp

Family swim time, lifeguarded by Sam Green at the Barn Day Camp Waterfront from 4:30-5:30. Pack your suit and towel and experience the same lake your kids are enjoying! Weather  dependent.  Number of swimmers and/or swim zones may be limited by lifeguard coverage.  You may wish to picnic on the lawn afterwards.  

Wednesday July 30th 9:30am

Hike to Peggy's Wetland

Join Elisabeth Rondinone  as we hike to the site of our current dam removal and wetland restoration project. The hike is moderately steep with no switch backs. Terrain is not difficult. Short but steady climb.  Come prepared with hats, long sleeves and pants, and bug repellent if you wish. Please also bring plenty of water and snacks.
No pets. Meet at the Barn Day Camp parking lot. 
 
Email conservation@farmandwilderness.org to confirm you'll be joining us! 
 

Monday August 4th, 4:30-5:00PM

Open Swim at The Barn Day Camp

Family swim time, lifeguarded by Sam Green at the Barn Day Camp Waterfront from 4:30-5:30. Pack your suit and towel and experience the same lake your kids are enjoying! Weather  dependent.  Number of swimmers and/or swim zones may be limited by lifeguard coverage.  You may wish to picnic on the lawn afterwards.  

Wednesday August 6th

F&W 5K Run

Join Tulio for a run from the F&W Barn Day Camp parking lot around the lake, plus a bit extra to make it to 5K. Meet at the Barn Day Camp parking lot at 9am.

Friday August 8th

Pre-Fair Alum Gathering in Ludlow

Alum gathering at "Off The Rails" in Ludlow from 5pm-8pm The F&W Fair Landing Page. 

 

Saturday August 9th

The Farm & Wilderness FAIR!

Open to all, celebrated by many, the Fair is BACK!  Food, human-powered rides, Farm demos, skits, big fires, dancing and more!  More information on The F&W Fair Landing Page. 

 

August 24th - 30th

Family Camp!

Ready for the F&W community experience 24/7?  Good news! You do not have to wait till next summer.  Family camp is for everyone, with great food, songs, simple living and a nurturing and often outlandish group of families.  No prior F&W experience required!   More information on the Family Camp Webpage.

Local Events Calendar

The Killington Mountain Times Event Calendar

The Mountain Times is the central hub for all local events in the broader Killington area.  Pick up a copy of their Summer Guide and bookmark their calander events page.