Session Dates:
June 9-13 (ages 6 1/2-12) - Session full
June 16-20 (ages 6 1/2-12) - Session full
June 23-27 (ages 6 1/2-12) - Session full
July 7-11 (ages 6 1/2-12) - Session full
July 14-18 (ages 5 -12) - Session full
July 21-25 (ages 6 1/2-12) - Session full
July 28 - August 1 (ages 5-9) see Little Seeds Camp - Session full
August 4-8 (ages 6 1/2-12) - Session full
August 11-15 (ages 5-12) - Session full
July 14-18 and August 11-14 is designed for families with multi-aged children. These sessions have a wider age group that includes younger campers ages 5-6 1/2. This session is perfect for families with children that have a larger age span, or for working families of younger camper that require a 5-day program with extended care option.
During structured activities campers are split into age groups. However, the full age group may be together for free play and snack/lunch. Younger children registering for these two sessions should be comfortable interacting with older children and have the stamina for a full day of outdoor fun. Note: August 11-15 is full.
Click here for Little Seeds Camp for children ages 5-9
General Farm Camp Daily Schedule
7:30 – 8:30 Before Care (Additional Fee)
8:30-9:00 Arrival/Free Play @ Upper Farm
9:00 am Head to the lower farm & Chicken Parade
9:30 - 10:30 Activity 1
10:30 – 11:30 Snack/Free Play @ Lower Farm
11:30 – 12:30 Activity 2
12:30 – 1:00 Lunch @ Lower Farm
1:00 – 2:00 Free Play @ Lower Farm
2:00 – 3:00 Activity 3 – Choice
3:00 – 3:15 Cleanup and head back to the Upper Farm
3:30 Dismissal @ Upper Farm
3:30 – 5:30 Aftercare (Additional Fee)
Families with younger children are invited to join us for Family Farm, Seasonal Family Events or see Little Seeds Camp for children ages 5-9. Teens ages 13+ can inquire about our Teen Program.
We ask that each family pay at the highest level as possible. For those families needing financial assistance, please contact us for more details.
Plant the Seed $315 ($75 payable at time of registration, remainder $225 by June 1)
Nourish the Crop $335 ($75 payable at time of registration, remainder $250 by June 1)
Share the Harvest $355 ($75 payable at time of registration, remainder $275 by June 1)
Deposit of $75 is due at time of registration.
Unless other payment arrangements are made, the remaining balance is due by June 1. Payment in full can be made at any time before June 1.
Checks can be mailed to: HCFC 2126 Risser Mill Road, Mount Joy, PA 17552
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Refunds for cancellations after May 1, 2025, will only be given at the discretion of our administration.
Cancellations must be submitted via email to info@heritagecreekfarmcamp.com.
Email should include camper’s name and date of the enrolled session.
The refund will be the amount paid less any Pal fees withheld.
Camp operates from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Before Care 7:30 - 8:30 am Cost per week $25
Aftercare 3:30 - 5:30 pm Cost per week $50
Extended care consists of supervised free play and unstructured activities.
Weekly extended care should be reserved prior to the first day of the session.
Although we do not have any pre-announced session themes, our farm-based curriculum engages campers in educational and fun-filled ways. We have years of farm-based curriculum developed and camp activities will be geared toward the seasonal ebb and flow of the work on the farm.
Our work and play on the farm provides meaningful and memorable experiences while teaching a variety of valuable life skills. Learning stations located throughout the facility offer many opportunities for campers to learn, grow and have lots of outdoor fun while on the farm!
In addition to farm and environmental based activities, unstructured activities are an important part of our Farm Camp day. Unstructured free play is often undervalued in our current culture. Studies and direct experience tell us that imaginative capacities and empathic intelligence are best developed during self-directed play. Our daily rhythm includes ample, unstructured time for free play, and our farm facility provides the environment for imaginative outdoor adventures.
Campers pack their own food (lunch and 2 snacks) for the day. Refrigeration space will be provided for lunch boxes. More information will be provided with camper enrollment packet.
Our programming is primarily offered outdoors or in "open-air buildings". We have inside spaces to use for inclement weather.
Campers will be encouraged to wash their hands often and stay hydrated while on the farm. Handwashing and water refill areas are available throughout the farm.
Keeping campers and staff safe and healthy is a team effort. Please do not send your children to camp if they have a fever, have been sick, or have been around someone who has been sick or tested positive for covid.
Although our scholarship funds are limited, we will make an effort to make camp possible for families that have been selected via lottery for camp enrollment. Families can also inquiry about payment options.
Our farm relies upon community contributions, in part, to help make our scholarship program possible. We are not a non-profit organization so we cannot provided tax deductible receipts for contributions, but please know your contribution will help make farm camp possible for children that may otherwise been unable due to financial constraints.
Please contact us if you are interested in contributing to our Taproot Scholarship Fund.
Seasonal Produce - $30/week
This is a “farmer’s choice” harvest of farm-fresh produce that includes a variety of 6-7 items. Items will vary, but a sample box includes potatoes, carrots, string beans, peppers, slicing tomatoes, summer squash, cucumber, garlic or onion.
This is a SPECIAL FOOD SUBSCRIPTION for families attending farm camp for their enrolled week(s).
Reserve and pre-paid your farm-fresh food at time on your reservation form.
On the lottery application you will notice a checkbox requesting camper interests. Through gathering this data, we will have a better idea of the interests of the group before they arrive on the farm. Although each camp week provides a well-rounded curriculum, this will allow us to plan weekly activities that align with any reoccurring themes of interest. We can also plan small group activities based upon interests.
Savor the flavor of Farm Camp at your table!
For 2025 you can preorder a food subscription for produce grown on the farm. The farm-fresh food will be harvested and ready for pick up on the week(s) your family is at Farm Camp!
If you interested in receiving weekly or bi-weekly produce throughout the summer & fall seasons, please see our CSA.
Lottery will be open from January 6 -19
Emails with registration information will be send on by January 22.
Registration must be completed by January 31.
After January 20, families wishing to attend Farm Camp should fill out the lottery application with preferred dates, and we will email you with availability for your age group.
To reserve/receive information about field trips, submit the Inquiry Form. Programs include: homeschool enrichment program, and Oak & Acorns Parent/Child Program. Join us for Community Farm when the farm is open to the public - October 25 and December 6. Register for Seasonal Farm Camp on Monday, October 13 (Indigenous Peoples Day). Participate in the 2025 STEM Challenge - Build and Race a Pumpkin Derby Car.